Jay-Z reflects on Amy Winehouse's music

By The Music Scoop
JR Staff Writer

Jay-Z helped introduce Amy Winehouse to the American musical scene. In 2006, Winehouse released her hit single, "Rehab." The song, however, would not become a hit until 2007. During this period of time, Jay-Z signed Amy Winehouse to Def Jam, while he was serving as the head of the label.

When she officially signed to the label, her project was promoted during the summer of 2007. Once "Rehab" became an American hit, Jay-Z recorded on the remix of the song. Her debut album, Back to Black, was a tremendous success. However, the "Rehab" song would prove to tell the story of her life.

Three days ago, Amy Winehouse died, but it has not been proven exactly what happened. Many are assuming it had something to do with her drug abuse. Taking time away from the drugs, Jay-Z spoke on her recordings. Amy Winehouse was a talented artist and Jay-Z believed she could truly become one of the best artists of all-time.

Jay-Z recently reflected on his favorite Amy Winehouse song. When speaking on his favorite song from her, the Brooklyn rapper said his favorite Winehouse song was "Tears Dry on Their Own."

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Amy Winehouse found dead in London flat

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

Four years ago, the world was introduced to Amy Winehouse. In her 2007 song, "Rehab," she made light out of her addictions, which eventually claimed her life. Winehouse was one of the biggest artists signed to Def Jam during Jay-Z's tenure as president and CEO of the label.

During the summer of 2007, Jay-Z introduced her to the black audience, when he provided a rap verse on the remix of "Rehab." Two years ago, Eminem also parodied Amy Winehouse in his single, "We Made You." The song made fun of many celebrities, and Eminem said Amy made rehab look so good.

It was no secret Amy Winehouse was a frequent drug user. She had been in and out of rehab throughout her career. Recently, she appeared to be handling her addicition better. Winehouse is fresh off releasing her latest album, Back to Black. Winehouse died today in London at 4:00 pm, she was last seen alive with her goddaughter, Dionne Bromfield, at the iTunes festival.

While Amy Winehouse did not perform, she begged the crowd to buy Dionne's album. Last month, the troubled singer bombed a performance in London, in which the crowd became enraged. Her team said they were going to give her as much time off as she needed. Now, her time off is permanent.

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