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===Watch the Throne=== ===Watch the Throne===
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Released on August 8, 2011, Watch the Throne featured guest appearances by artists such as Frank Ocean, Beyoncé, and The-Dream. The album also incorporated samples from legendary musicians like Otis Redding and Curtis Mayfield. Its standout tracks include:
• “Otis”: A soulful single that samples Otis Redding’s “Try a Little Tenderness.”
• “Niggas in Paris”: A global hit that became synonymous with the duo’s live performances.
• “No Church in the Wild”: A philosophical track featuring Frank Ocean.
Watch the Throne debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 436,000 copies in its first week. It also broke iTunes records for digital sales at the time. Critics praised the album for its ambitious production and lyrical themes, which explored topics ranging from luxury and fame to racial identity and social inequality.


===Watch the Throne Tour=== ===Watch the Throne Tour===

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American hip hop duo

The Throne
Years active
  • 2010–2011
  • 2016
Labels
Members

The Throne were an American hip hop superduo composed of rappers Kanye West and Jay-Z. Formed in 2010, the duo released their debut album, Watch the Throne, in August 2011 through Roc-A-Fella Records, Roc Nation, and Def Jam Recordings. The album was a critical and commercial success, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 and earning Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Known for their cultural impact and innovative production, The Throne has been celebrated as one of hip-hop’s most iconic collaborations.

History

Background and beginnings

Kanye West and Jay-Z had a long-standing professional relationship before forming The Throne. West began his career as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records, contributing to Jay-Z’s critically acclaimed album The Blueprint (2001). Over the years, they collaborated on numerous projects, including tracks like “Run This Town” from Jay-Z’s The Blueprint 3 (2009) and “Monster” from West’s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010). In 2010, Kanye West announced plans for a collaborative EP with Jay-Z titled Watch the Throne. However, the project evolved into a full-length studio album during recording sessions held in New York City and Paris. The duo officially adopted the name “The Throne” to reflect their shared status as hip-hop royalty.

Watch the Throne

Released on August 8, 2011, Watch the Throne featured guest appearances from Frank Ocean, The-Dream, Beyoncé and Mr Hudson. It also features vocal contributions from Kid Cudi, Seal, Justin Vernon, Elly Jackson, Connie Mitchell, Charlie Wilson, and Pete Rock. Seven singles were released for the album, including "H•A•M", "Otis", "Lift Off", "No Church in the Wild", and the Billboard Hot 100 top five hit "Niggas in Paris" Watch the Throne debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 436,000 copies in its first week. It also broke iTunes records for digital sales at the time. Critics praised the album for its ambitious production and lyrical themes, which explored topics ranging from luxury and fame to racial identity and social inequality.

Watch the Throne Tour

To promote their debut album, The Throne embarked on the Watch the Throne Tour, which ran from October 2011 to June 2012. The tour included 57 shows across North America and Europe and grossed over $75 million. It was lauded for its elaborate stage design and electrifying performances. One of the tour’s most memorable moments was their repeated performances of “Niggas in Paris,” which they played up to 12 times during a single show in Los Angeles.

Later Collaborations

In 2016, The Throne made a rare appearance on Drake’s track “Pop Style”, from his album Views. While Kanye West delivered a full verse, Jay-Z’s contribution was limited to two lines. The collaboration generated excitement but also speculation about tensions between the two artists. Ultimately, Drake replaced this version with a solo rendition on his album.

In 2021, Kanye West and Jay-Z reunited on “Jail,” a track from Kanye’s tenth studio album, Donda. This marked their first collaboration in five years. Jay-Z’s verse included lines hinting at a potential return of The Throne: “This might be the return of The Throne.” Fans celebrated this reunion as a symbolic reconciliation after years of rumored discord between the two artists.

Legacy

The Throne’s influence extends beyond music into broader cultural discussions about race, wealth, and power dynamics. Their debut album is often cited as one of hip-hop’s most significant collaborative projects. Tracks like “Made in America” celebrated Black excellence, while songs like “No Church in the Wild” delved into existential themes. Despite occasional collaborations since Watch the Throne, no official follow-up album has been announced. However, both Kanye West and Jay-Z have hinted at future projects together, leaving fans hopeful for another chapter in The Throne’s legacy.

Discography

Studio albums

List of studio albums, with release date, label, selected chart positions, sales, and certifications shown
Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales Certifications
US
 AUS
 CAN
 NOR
 NZ
 SWE
 UK
Watch the Throne - - - - - - -
  • US: 436,000

Charted songs

List of non-single chart appearances, with year released and album name shown
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US
 US
R&B/HH
 AUS
 CAN
 IRE
 NZ
Heat.
 SWE
Heat.
 UK

Appearances together

See also

References

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  16. Peaks on the Swedish Heatseeker chart:
Title Year Artist(s) Album
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