Just Blaze Net Worth

What is Just Blaze's Net Worth?

Just Blaze is an American hip-hop record producer who has a net worth of $20 million. Just Blaze, born Justin Gregory Smith on January 8, 1978, in Paterson, New Jersey, is best known for shaping the sound of early 2000s hip-hop. Renowned for his energetic production style and innovative use of soul samples, he became one of the defining architects of the Roc-A-Fella Records era, working alongside Jay-Z, Kanye West, and other major artists to create a sound that would dominate radio and reshape hip-hop production.

After attending Rutgers University, Smith left college to pursue music full-time. He began producing tracks for local artists before landing an in-house producer role at Roc-A-Fella Records around 2000. There, he helped craft some of the label's most iconic songs, including Jay-Z's "Girls, Girls, Girls," "Song Cry," and "U Don't Know," as well as hits for Beanie Sigel, Freeway, and Cam'ron. His style—marked by chopped soul samples, dynamic drums, and orchestral flourishes—became known as the "chipmunk soul" sound, a hallmark of early 2000s hip-hop.

In 2004, Just Blaze founded Fort Knocks Entertainment, signing artists such as Saigon and Ms. Jade. His production credits expanded far beyond Roc-A-Fella, including work for Eminem ("No Love"), T.I. ("Live Your Life"), Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé ("Freedom"), and many others. His versatility and technical precision earned him recognition as one of the most consistent and respected producers in the industry.

Beyond studio work, Just Blaze has made his mark as a DJ and performer, headlining festivals and club events around the world. He has also ventured into video game scoring, film soundtracks, and music technology innovation. Known for his meticulous attention to sound design and his ability to blend classic sampling with modern production, Just Blaze remains one of hip-hop's most influential and enduring creative forces.

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Notable Songs Produced by Just Blaze

Jay-Z

• "Girls, Girls, Girls" (The Blueprint, 2001)
• "Song Cry" (The Blueprint, 2001)
• "U Don't Know" (The Blueprint, 2001)
• "Public Service Announcement (Interlude)" (The Black Album, 2003)
• "December 4th" (The Black Album, 2003)
• "Show Me What You Got" (Kingdom Come, 2006)
• "Oh My God" (Kingdom Come, 2006)

Kanye West

• "Touch the Sky" (featuring Lupe Fiasco) (Late Registration, 2005)

Eminem

• "No Love" (featuring Lil Wayne) (Recovery, 2010)

T.I.

• "Live Your Life" (featuring Rihanna) (Paper Trail, 2008)

Cam'ron

• "Oh Boy" (featuring Juelz Santana) (Come Home with Me, 2002)
• "Welcome to New York City" (featuring Jay-Z and Juelz Santana) (Come Home with Me, 2002)

Freeway

• "What We Do" (featuring Jay-Z and Beanie Sigel) (Philadelphia Freeway, 2003)
• "Flipside" (featuring Peedi Crakk) (Philadelphia Freeway, 2003)

Beanie Sigel

• "Feel It in the Air" (The B. Coming, 2005)
• "Rock the Mic" (featuring Freeway) (The Reason, 2001)

Busta Rhymes

• "Bounce (Let Me See Ya Throw It)" (The Big Bang, 2006)

Beyoncé

• "Freedom" (featuring Kendrick Lamar) (Lemonade, 2016)

Fabolous

• "Breathe" (Real Talk, 2004)

Saigon

• "C'mon Baby" (The Greatest Story Never Told, 2011)

The Game

• "Church for Thugs" (The Documentary, 2005)

Kendrick Lamar

• "Compton" (featuring Dr. Dre) (good kid, m.A.A.d city, 2012)

Rick Ross

• "Lord Knows" (featuring Drake) (God Forgives, I Don't, 2012)

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