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"The Originators" by American hip-hop artist The Jaz (later known as Jaz-O). Released in July 1990 under EMI USA (catalog number V-56166), this record is historic for pioneering the rapid-fire "fast rap" style.Single Facts & HighlightsJay-Z's Early Debut: This track is famously recognized as one of the very first commercial platforms for a young, pre-fame Jay-Z (credited on the project as Jay Zee). Acting as Jaz-O's protege at the time, Jay-Z trades high-speed, tongue-twisting verses on the song and appears alongside him in the classic music video.Parent Album: The track served as the lead promotional single for The Jaz's second studio album, To Your Soul.Production & Edits: The track was mixed at New York's iconic D&D Studios. Its complex, rhythmically accelerated style was created to prove the technical skill of Brooklyn emcees.