A tribute not just to an artist, but to a cultural architect.
The Book of HOV – Classic Edition is a powerful visual archive chronicling the life and impact of Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter—one of the most influential artists, entrepreneurs, and voices of our time.
Curated by Roc Nation in collaboration with Assouline, this collector’s edition features over 675 images and rare artifacts that trace Jay-Z’s rise from Brooklyn’s Marcy Projects to global icon. Spanning music, fashion, art, business, and legacy, the book captures the undeniable blueprint of a man who redefined possibility for a generation.
Designed with Assouline’s signature luxury, this Classic Edition is bound in navy blue cloth with debossed gold lettering—bold, clean, timeless. An instant cultural heirloom.