Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Jay-Z Raps About Frank Sinatra

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Jay-Z is an extremely successful rapper and businessman. Besides selling millions of albums, he owns everything from a clothing line to a basketball team to nightclubs. He's also the husband of Beyonce. The reason I'm posting about Jay-Z today is that I've noticed in two of his recent songs that he's mentioned Frank Sinatra. I'm not sure if he's done this in the past or not. I can't really remember. I did think it was cool that he would rap about Sinatra at all. I'm posting clips of these two songs. These references are brief, but I hope you'll check them out to see what I'm talking about. It's always cool to hear artists of today talk about these cool cats of the past.

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63 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 12, 2009 at 11:45 PM

    Godmorning Keith & Frank.....It's very very early in Sweden, and you made /make?) my morning... you and Frank!!

    Agneta

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  2. LeahOctober 13, 2009 at 2:32 AM

    It's like his tribute to Frankie.

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  3. ZuzanaOctober 13, 2009 at 5:16 AM

    Ha, amazing, I was watching the last clip just the other night, Saturday night to be precise, on BBC.;) It is Jonathan Ross show, a late night show similar to Leno or Letterman. Sir David Attenborough was there as well and also Eva Herzigova, the model.;)
    I did not notice the Frank reference until I saw the clip again on your blog.;)

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  4. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Hey Agneta. Thanks for commenting. Glad you enjoyed this post.

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  5. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Hey Leah. I thought it was cool that he mentioned Sinatra in these two songs.

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  6. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    Hey Protege. Thanks. They show Jonathan Ross here in the United States on BBC America. I've seen some of the episodes, but not this one. I thought it was cool when I came across this clip.

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  7. Nancy Sinatra FanOctober 13, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    I'm not a big fan of hip hop, but I did enjoy these. Now if Jay-Z will just rap about Dean.

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  8. Kim @ The Girl Can't Help ItOctober 13, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    Yeah, but doesn't he say "I'm the new Sinatra" in the song about New York? If he's comparing himself to Frankie, then his head is bigger than I thought.

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  9. Marcos CallauOctober 13, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Yeah it's so cool. Is wonderful that tribute to Sinatra. Two latin singers called "Coti" and "Ariel Rot", both from Argentina, compossed songs as a tribute to Sinatra. Ariel Rot's song was "Lo siento, Frank" and Coti's song was "Ella escuchaba a Frank Sinatra". Sorry but my English is so bad.

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  10. www.janetteria.comOctober 13, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    WOW, cool clips!


    XoXo

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  11. MondoOctober 13, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    Jay Z's not normally my sorta thing - but these could swing me over - love that top photo!

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  12. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    Hey Phoebe. Thanks. That would be cool if Jay-Z or any other rapper will mention the Rat Pack again.

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  13. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    Hey Kim. Yeah, he does say that. Not that I agree with him on that. There will never be another Sinatra. I'm not praising what he's saying, but just reporting the facts. lol

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  14. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    Hey Dana. Thanks. That's so cool. I didn't know that. I'll have to check it out. I appreciate you letting me know. Cheers!

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  15. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    Thanks Janet. Glad you liked them. Cheers!

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  16. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    Hey Dave. Thanks. I try to share different things here, especially if it has some relevance to the Rat Pack.

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  17. Wolf BoyOctober 13, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    Cool videos. I like Jay-Z. That's a cool picture of him. What a life he lives.

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  18. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    Thanks Wolf. Yeah, the man does have a hot wife on top of all the success he's had.

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  19. UnknownOctober 13, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    i love your pics.. i will email u.. ok?
    kisses, sweety

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  20. Rika SulaimanOctober 13, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    thats so cool :D i like frank :)
    cheers too ! :)

    http://iamrikaa.blogspot.com

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  21. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Hey Fashion. Yeah, emailing me is fine. I'll get back to you asap. Cheers!

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  22. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Hey Rika. Thanks for commenting. I hope you'll visit again soon. Cheers!

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  23. AnonymousOctober 13, 2009 at 12:11 PM

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  24. Tights LoverOctober 13, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    That is great.

    I always liked Jay-Z, but after his appearence on Bill Maher a few weeks back, I think I like him even more. It's sometimes tough to tell the personality of a rapper by their music, but in this interview he came across as extremely intelligent and grounded. I enjoyed hearing about some of the behind the scenes stuff that goes into his music and writing.

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  25. GiaOctober 13, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Thank you so much for your comment!
    Wow, I didn't know Frank Sinatra was mentioned in one of Jay-Z songs, very nice:)
    Have a great week!

    Bisous,
    Gia.

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  26. LizzyOctober 13, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Well, I don't like that kind of music, but it is always interesting to listen new things.

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  27. AutumnJonesOctober 13, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    Yea Jay-Z has loved Frank Sinatra for years. Hope your weekend was great!

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  28. erika soroccoOctober 13, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    I think that the cool cats of yesteryear will always strike a chord with more modern artists - after all, they are the ones who paved the way for their talent. Love this tribute! :)

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  29. Couture CarrieOctober 13, 2009 at 1:41 PM

    So cool that Jay-Z references Sinatra ~ great call, Keith!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  30. James JeanOctober 13, 2009 at 1:58 PM

    Jay has made many Frank Sinatra references, one of his records, 'The Blueprint 2', he sampled "I Did It My Way". Really dope song. You should give that a listen as well......

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  31. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    Thanks La Mode. Cheers!

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  32. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:52 PM

    Hey Tights. Thanks. I appreciate your comment. Jay-Z seems to have his head screwed on right. Besides being a talented entertainer, he's also a smart businessman. There's much to admire there.

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  33. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:52 PM

    Hey Gia. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I'm glad my post let you know about this then. I always seem to pick up on things like this.

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  34. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    Hey Lizzy. Yeah, it's not everybody's cup of tea. I usually don't post rap music here. I did it because it was relevant to what this blog is all about in this case.

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  35. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    Hey Autumn. Thanks. I hope you will have a great week. I had no clue that Jay-Z liked Sinatra. There are people in hip hop today living the Rat Pack lifestyle more than a lot of others.

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  36. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    Hey Erika. Thanks for commenting. So true. The Rat Pack inspired so many. It's always great to see artists of today who are fans of theirs. I love it.

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  37. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:55 PM

    Thanks Carrie. I appreciate that. Glad I had noticed it.

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  38. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 2:55 PM

    Hey JFK. Thanks for letting me know. I've listened to plenty of Jay-Z music before. I have no clue why I had missed any previous Sinatra references. Have to check those out again.

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  39. drollgirlOctober 13, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    i'm not really a fan of jay z, but this is a pretty nice move on his part!

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  40. AnonymousOctober 13, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    Rapping about sinantra, how interesting....
    XOXOX
    Libby
    http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

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  41. Some Like it Vintage.comOctober 13, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Jay Z and frank eh? Well, as long as it's done in good taste! Great to see modern artists recognizing their past influences, because Frank influenced just about everyone, whether they knew it or not!

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  42. watermeloncrush.comOctober 13, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Hey!

    Thanks for your sweet comment. Loving your blog.

    xx
    Steph

    http://watermeloncrush.blogspot.com

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  43. Maria ConferOctober 13, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    I oddly really like that picture of Jay Z!

    lululetty.blogspot.com

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  44. chic femmeOctober 13, 2009 at 4:48 PM

    How cool is that. I love JAY Z he is the man and to rap about a cool cat is even greater :)

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  45. GabbiOctober 13, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    I really like Jay-Z and the Auto-tune song is a radio fave of mine! Truly doesn't surprise me that Sinatra is an influence... the Chairman of the Board has timeless style!♥

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  46. UnknownOctober 13, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    I know that's cool! I'm beginning to wonder what my dad will say about this... But anyway, I listen to it (as soon as my daughter sleeps)... Cheers! :)

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  47. this wheel's on fireOctober 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    that's so cool!

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  48. AnonymousOctober 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM

    I am always amazed by how many rappers take cues from Sinatra and the rest of the rat pack. Rappers are very inspired by them. I think because they represent and life of pure luxury, wealth and women hahaha

    Jay-Z is an icon, isn't he?? Gosh, he is still on top of the world and fabulous!

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  49. S.ElisabethOctober 13, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    I love Jay Z, I think he is incredibly classic for a rapper, and I feel as though he will go down in history like Sinatra. He's just got a good, classic appeal. Plus Beyonce is beautiful!

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  50. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    Hey Droll. Thanks. I figured that a lot of people here might not necessarily be big fans of his, but I thought it was cool that he mentioned Sinatra.

    Hey Libby. Yeah, I thought it was really cool that Jay-Z would mention Sinatra in at least a couple of his songs.

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  51. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:19 PM

    Hey Veronica. Thanks for commenting. I do think there are a lot of guys in hip hop who really admire the Rat Pack. Those cool cats definitely influenced so many artists of today.

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  52. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    Hey Stephanie. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate it. Cheers!

    Hey Maria. Thanks. Glad you liked that pic. I thought it was a good one of him.

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  53. Emily CatoOctober 13, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    I LOVE Frank Sinatra, and Jay-Z of course!

    Thanks for the comment on my blog. :-)

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  54. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    Hey Steph. Thanks. I agree that it's very cool. I like Jay-Z myself. It's awesome that he would rap about Frankie.

    Hey Gabbi. Thanks. Cool to see you're a fan. I am too. I love his song about auto-tune. I also love the other song. I enjoyed his performance of it on the VMAs with Alicia Keys.

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  55. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Hey Lance. Thanks for commenting. Some people will think it's awesome, while others won't. I think it's neat that artists of today will reference guys like Sinatra, etc. in their music.

    Thanks Wheel. Cheers!

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  56. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Hey Clare. Thanks for commenting. I couldn't have said it any better myself. I so agree with you. The entertainers in hip hop are the ones that are most living that Rat Pack type of lifestyle today. It makes sense that they would pay homage to Sinatra, etc. Jay-Z is definitely still on top of the world.

    Hey S. Elizabeth. Thanks. Glad to see you're a fan of Jay-Z. I think he's awesome. He's a great rapper, plus he's got a good head for biz. Plus he's got a beautiful wife.

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  57. KeithOctober 13, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Hey Emily. You are very welcome. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my blog. Cheers!

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  58. nativetounge26October 14, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    jay has become (fs) in sense in hiphop standards, jay catolog will be talked about in years to come

    www.cashmerethought.blogspot.com

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  59. KeithOctober 14, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Hey About Me. I totally agree with you. He's definitely the standard that hip hop will be measured by.

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  60. Melissa HaftingOctober 14, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    that's wonderful everyone admired the greatest singer of the 20th century he was a true legend so people of all genres can appreciate his craftsmanship!

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  61. KeithOctober 14, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    Hey Mel. Thanks. Yeah, so true. Sinatra is a legend and an icon. He will live on forever. All generations will be in awe of him.

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  62. RJSingleOctober 21, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    The Rap Pack, I'm Sinatra, Dame's Sam Davis
    Big's the smart one on the low like Dean Martin

    Jay-Z- I Did It My Way (off the Blueprint 2) where he sampled My Way by Frankie

    just found this site...very awesome

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  63. KeithOctober 21, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    Thanks RJ. I appreciate your comment. It was great hearing from you.

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