Jay Electronica is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on September 19, 1976, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Jay Electronica began his music career in the mid-2000s, releasing several mixtapes and collaborating with various artists. In 2007, he gained attention with his song "Act I: Eternal Sunshine (The Pledge)," which was produced by Just Blaze. In 2010, Jay Electronica signed to Jay-Z's record label Roc Nation, and released his critically acclaimed mixtape "Exhibit C." He has since released several singles and collaborated with many high-profile artists, including Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Chance the Rapper. Jay Electronica is known for his complex and thought-provoking lyrics, as well as his unconventional flow and use of samples in his production. Despite being relatively low-profile, he has gained a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim for his unique approach to hip-hop.