A soulful jazz piece from Lonnie Liston Smith's cosmic jazz era, known for its ethereal harmonies and iconic piano motif that inspired generations of hip-hop producers.
"Dead Presidents" is a seminal hip-hop track from Jay-Z's 1996 debut album "Reasonable Doubt".
It prominently samples Lonnie Liston Smith's jazz composition "A Garden of Peace", blending
1990s East Coast rap with classic jazz influences. The song's title references U.S. currency
featuring historical figures ("dead presidents"), metaphorically exploring themes of wealth,
power, and street life.
