Watch This Vintage Clip of JAY Z on Rap City

The internet is just like a gift that keeps on giving. Today, a very rare clip of international

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The internet is just like a gift that keeps on giving. Today, a very rare clip of international superstar JAY Z surfaced and it is one hell of a throwback. Venturing back into in the late 80’s, this vintage clip is an interview with Big Daddy Kane and the Jigga man himself and, while he doesn’t say much, the conversation concludes with the then unknown Jay throwing down an impressive freestyle. The Rap City clip is bound to inspire a little nostalgia in the acclaimed artist, especially since his name is mispronounced in his introduction. Check out the video above.

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