And as he prepares to help Justin Timberlake arrive in the music world once more, it seems Jay-Z has deployed the help of a canopy once again.
The rapper has a guest verse in Justin’s new song Suit & Tie, and was seen on set with the multi-talented star on Friday larking about.
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Monochrome men: Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z were seen fooling around on the set of their new music video for Suit & Tie on Friday
Both men dressed dapper in white shirts and undone bow ties, as a crew followed them around in Los Angeles,California.
While 31-year-old Justin held on to the large white umbrella, which coordinated with their monochrome ensembles, Jay-Z – whose real name is Shawn Carter – mainly kept his hands in his trouser pockets.
Entourage: The musical pair were followed by a crew as they prepared to record the video
The 43-year-old hip-hop mogul appeared to be cracking up with laughter along with Justin as he tried out some tricks with the rain accessory.
Perhaps the former ‘N Sync star was trying to emulate Gene Kelly in 1952’s Singin’ In The Rain movie.
The pop star-turned-actor has been a busy man lately and only just released the official lyric video for his next single on Thursday.
The teaser clip - a per-cursor to the video with Jay-Z - sees him channel Rat Pack leader Frank Sinatra enjoying the finer things in life with a Mad Men flair.
A moment to relax: Both men left their bow ties undone
Funny man: Justin entertained with his skills but the rapper kept his hands in his pockets
The black-and-white video was directed by skateboarder-turned-director Laban Pheidias, and continues to build excitement for Justin's comeback which will include his first live performance in five years at a pre-Super Bowl event on February 2 in New Orleans.
The video even reveals the long-awaited release date of his third studio album, The 20/20 Experience.
While most viewers may miss it, the clip ends with the Trouble With Curve standing behind a glass window saying the album is coming soon but for those with quick eyes it flashes the date - March 19.
Ready for a comeback: Justin released a lyric video on Thursday
Good look at it: The star sports a slick new look in the clip
Not long now: Justin reveals his album, The 20/20 Experience, is not just coming soon - it is coming March 19
source: www.dailymail.co.uk