Jay-Z Teams Up With Adult Swim, Raps Over "The Boondocks" Theme Song

Mr. Carter will likely produce an original animated series on the Cartoon Network.

May 19, 2011

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Adult Swim held it's "Upfront 2011" party at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City last night and none other than Jay-Z was the event's special guest performer.

Mr. Carter announced Wednesday night (May 18) a development deal with Adult Swim which may involve him producing an original animated series for the Cartoon Network's adult-oriented cable television network.

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