The "Young Hova" of rap, Jay Z, celebrates another year of life today as he rings in his 45th birthday. Hip-hop fans of the genre and even mainstream America fans of rap have become attached to Shawn Carter in one form or another, whether it's through his music, his business savvy moves or the family man in him, Jay has become one of the most prominent and respectable figures to ever touch the mic.
In honor of Jay Z's born day, we selected 8 signatures items that have represented Jay throughout his career.