Shawn Corey Carter known professionally as Jay-Z is an American rapper, songwriter, record executive, businessman, media proprietor, the list just goes on and on. Hova is widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time. With over 125 million records sold, 23 Grammy Awards, and a record amount of number-one albums in the process, it is fair to say that Carter is arguably one of the best ever.