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| Author | Jay-Z |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Rodrigo Corral |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Autobiography |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Published | November 16, 2010 (hardcover) November 1, 2011 (paperback) |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (hardcover and paperback) |
| Pages | 336 (hardcover) 352 (paperback) |
| ISBN | 1400068924 |
Decoded is the autobiography and memoir of rapper Jay-Z, published by Random House and released November 16, 2010 on hardcover and November 1, 2011 on paperback.[1] The book combines lyrics, their explanations, anecdotes, reflections, and autobiographical information. Jay-Z explains three reasons he wanted to write the book; it being a case for hip-hop lyrics as poetry, tells a generational story turned into powerful experiences, and revolved as a story everyone can relate to.[2]
- ^ Jay-z (16 November 2010). Decoded. Random House Publishing. ISBN 978-1400068920.
- ^ Jay-Z (2010). Decoded. New York, New York: Random House. pp. 235. ISBN 9781400068920.