Black Friday (Jay Rock mixtape)

Black Friday is a mixtape by American rapper Jay Rock, released on July 27, 2010. It served as a promotional release to build anticipation for his debut studio album, Follow Me Home, which was eventually released in 2011. The mixtape features a variety of production styles and collaborations, showcasing Jay Rock's lyrical abilities and establishing his presence within the hip-hop scene. Key collaborators on the project include several artists from his Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) label, highlighting the collective talent and camaraderie within the group during that period. The mixtape circulated primarily through online distribution channels and helped further cement Jay Rock's reputation as an up-and-coming West Coast rapper.