Partially as a result of this exposure, these producers would achieve notable success in the future. 3, Jay Z had decided to feature more up-and-coming producers at the time of this album, such as Just Blaze, Kanye West, Bink! and The Neptunes. Rather than using big-name producers such as Swizz Beatz and Timbaland, who had featured prominently on Vol. Kelly, and Scarface – to make room for the Roc-A-Fella family. Big name guest appearances have been limited to three – Snoop Dogg, R. Originally a Roc-A-Fella Records compilation album, the album was also a showcase for Roc-A-Fella artists such as Memphis Bleek, Beanie Sigel, Amil and Freeway, which eventually became another Jay Z solo album (or at least marketed as one to increase sales), although the Roc-A-Fella artists are abundant on this album. ( March 2021) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message) Statements consisting only of original research should be removed. Please improve it by verifying the claims made and adding inline citations. This section possibly contains original research. The album received widely positive reviews from music critics and the album ended up becoming the 20th highest selling R&B/Hip-Hop Album of the 2000–2010 decade according to Billboard. The album is certified 2x Multi-Platinum by the RIAA. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with 557,789 copies sold in its first week. Its lead single, " I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)", produced by The Neptunes, was one of Jay-Z's most successful singles peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was released on October 31, 2000, by Roc-A-Fella Records and Def Jam Recordings.
The Dynasty: Roc-La-Familia is the fifth studio album by American rapper Jay-Z, featuring prominent appearances from signees of Roc-A-Fella Records.