Fade to Black (2004 film)

Fade to Black is a 2004 documentary film about the career of American rapper Jay-Z. It also features many other famous names in hip hop music. This live concert at Madison Square Garden on November 25th, 2003 was meant to be Jay-Z's final performance, as he announced his intentions to retire from the industry.

Fade to Black runs through some of the major parts of Jay-Z's Madison Square Garden performance while cutting to Jay-Z and his exploits, as well as insights into the making of The Black Album.

Cast
The following musicians are credited with an appearance in the film:


 * Jay-Z
 * Mary J. Blige
 * Foxy Brown
 * Diddy
 * Damon Dash
 * Missy Elliott
 * R. Kelly
 * Beyoncé Knowles
 * Usher