Jay-Z made a rare and highly-anticipated appearance at the Louis Vuitton Foundation Auditorium in Paris on April 14, thrilling fans with his first live set in four years. The occasion was the “Basquiat x Warhol. Painting four hands” exhibition, which proved to be thematically fitting for the rapper, given his previous nods to both iconic artists in his lyrics, such as in “Picasso Baby” on 2013’s Magna Carta Holy Grail. The announcement of Jay-Z’s performance earlier in the week, in French by Roc Nation, had fans buzzing with excitement.
Jay-Z’s performance at the Louis Vuitton Foundation Auditorium marks a significant moment in the artist’s career and cultural impact, cementing his status as a true icon of both the music and art worlds. It is also notable as his first performance in Paris since co-headlining the On The Run Tour II with Beyoncé in 2018, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event.
Overall, Jay-Z’s appearance at the “Basquiat x Warhol. Painting four hands” exhibition was a momentous occasion and one that fans and art enthusiasts alike will surely be discussing and celebrating for years to come.
