Hard Knock Life Jay-Z Release Date
The album Hard Knock Life was released on November 4, 1998. It became Jay-Z's most commercially successful project at the time and marked a major moment in late-1990s hip-hop. The release date is widely cited by music databases and official discographies.
Album Background and Tracklist
Hard Knock Life features production from Timbaland, DJ Premier, Irv Gotti, and others. The title track samples the Broadway musical Annie, which helped the album reach mainstream audiences. The record includes 16 tracks and runs just over one hour.
Chart Performance and Certifications
Hard Knock Life debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sold over five million copies in the United States. It earned multiple platinum certifications and is considered one of Jay-Z's definitive albums. For more details, see the Wikipedia entry on the album.
