"Empire State Of Mind" is a Grammy-winning hip-hop anthem celebrating New York City, performed by Alicia Keys and Jay-Z. It samples themes from Alicia Keys' earlier demo and became a cultural phenomenon.
Contemporary hip-hop tribute to New York City, blending rap verses with soulful chorus elements
"Empire State of Mind" is a hip-hop anthem by Jay-Z featuring Alicia Keys, released in 2009. Celebrating New York City's resilience and iconic landmarks, it samples "Love on a Two-Way Street" by The Moments. The song won Grammy Awards, became a cultural phenomenon, and famously prompted the Empire State Building to light up to its melody.
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