: On the track "Moonlight," Jay-Z references the 2017 Oscar snafu where La La Land was mistakenly named Best Picture over Moonlight . He uses this as a commentary on culture, noting that even when the culture "wins," it often still "loses" in the eyes of society. The Remix: Tyler, the Creator’s "Ziploc"
: Jay-Z woke up at exactly 4:44 AM to pen the lyrics. Oscar - 4 44 (Freestyle)
Tyler, the Creator Borrows JAY-Z's “4:44” For A Freestyle : On the track "Moonlight," Jay-Z references the
: Much like the original, Tyler touches on the loneliness that often accompanies high-level success. Why It Matters Tyler, the Creator Borrows JAY-Z's “4:44” For A
The 4:44 Phenomenon: Vulnerability, Legacy, and the Art of the Freestyle
Released as the emotional centerpiece of his 13th studio album, Jay-Z ’s "4:44" is less of a traditional song and more of a "verbal will". Produced by , the track famously samples Hannah Williams & The Affirmations , creating a soulful, raw backdrop for Jay-Z to address his flaws.
Shortly after the album's release, released a surprise freestyle over the 4:44 beat titled "Ziploc" . While Jay-Z’s version was somber and repentant, Tyler used the same soulful loop to celebrate his own milestones.