#bookofhov

Fitting day to share I went to Jay Z's "Book of Hov" exhibit last year with @readbygaia.

Also I went a second time on Dec 4th with another friend.

Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter has transcended the boundaries of music to become a visionary, entrepreneur, and cultural icon. Assouline’s The Book of HOV pays homage to his groundbreaking career and the immersive exhibit, The Book of HOV: A Tribute, held at the Brooklyn Public Library from July to December 2023. Attracting over 600,000 visitors, the exhibit stands as one of the largest public installations in U.S. history.

This extraordinary book immortalizes the immersive installation, featuring thousands of archived objects from JAY-Z’s illustrious career. Readers will discover original recording masters, stage wear, unseen photographs, and artifacts like the guitar he played at Glastonbury (as the first rapper to headline the iconic rock festival), his Rock & Roll Hall of Fame award (he’s the first solo hip-hop artist inducted), and Daniel Arsham’s sculpture HOV Hands.

Organized into eight chapters, each inspired by JAY-Z’s lyrics, the book explores the core pillars of his influence: artistry, entrepreneurship, and activism. Packed with nearly 700 images and in-depth essays, it contextualizes JAY-Z’s impact on music, culture, and beyond. This is more than a retrospective—it’s an inspiring story of how one individual can manifest a vision and create a legacy.

Editions for Every Collector

Assouline’s Ultimate and Classics Collections: Elegant editions showcasing the essence of JAY-Z’s career and cultural contributions.

Special Limited Edition: In collaboration with Daniel Arsham, this rare collectible is limited to only five numbered copies. Encased in an eroded-style white-bronze clamshell, it features a silver-foil stamped tri-fold cover, “JAY-Z blue” dyed leather binding, and lyrics etched beneath embossed lettering. Hand-signed by Arsham, this edition is a true cultural artifact, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Brooklyn Public Library.

From unseen memorabilia to thoughtful essays, The Book of HOV is a tribute to the man who broke barriers and redefined what it means to be a multi-hyphenate. Whether you’re a fan or a collector, this is a must-have celebration of JAY-Z’s unparalleled journey. $2000 USD https://www.assouline.com/products/the-book-of-hov-a-tribute-to-jay-z-ultimate

https://youtu.be/VrJfOOmXFRc

Jay-Z Takes Gayle King for a tour of his "Hook of HOV" exhibit in Brooklyn, New York. The Roc Nation mogul explains the meaning behind his alias "One Take Hov"

" Shedding some light on the process behind making the Book of Hov mural!! ⚡️⚡️⚡️ Still hasn’t hit me.. An incredible journey. Sifting through thousands of photos, music videos, documentaries, magazine features etc etc Every aspect physically printed, hand cut, scanned and finally reassembled digitally in my studio. It was then sent off to NYC to be enlarged again and printed on vinyl. An unholy amount of collages created. #noshortcuts Special shout out to the UK team for making this possible on our side! And especially @roxiepandora who is stunted by nothing 👑 Jay-Z mural & artwork  #Jayz @rocnation @bklynlibaryFor Jay- Z ‘The Book of HOV’ A tribute exhibition honouring Jay-Z'