(EUR) Jay-Z has officially brushed the Def Jam off his shoulders.
In an interview with RapRadar.com, the artist confirms reports that he has ended his relationship with the record company where he made most of his biggest hits and went from rap artist to president, and back to artist again.
“I can honestly say, working with Doug Morris and LA Reid has been a unique and fulfilling experience and I respect them immensely,” Jigga told RapRadar, referring to the label’s higher-ups.
“I’ve been in the family for almost my entire career. Doug and I spoke directly and had one of the most unique ‘negotiations’ ever. Doug won the toss but, we both won in the end.
“I thank him for allowing me to be a completely independent artist. Not every artist can say they own or are given the opportunity to own all of their music.”
Last year, Jay-Z and Live Nation struck a wide-ranging deal that included touring, publishing and albums. Jay-Z had owed Def Jam one more record.
