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Thought you’d seen it all? Not quite. Jeezy just proved that he’s always climbing to new heights after accomplishing something that’s never been done before, earning himself a place in the Guinness World Records. On Saturday (Nov. 1), the trap-music tastemaker made history by performing with 101 orchestra musicians on stage at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, where Jeezy is currently in the middle of a brief residency. Thanks to the endeavor, he now holds the title for largest orchestra ever gathered for the purpose of a hip-hop music concert, as presented to him on stage by Guinness adjudicator Andy Glass. Sharing his new world record on Instagram, Jeezy wrote, “It is always been my purpose to motivate and inspire my culture.” “Thank you to everyone involved for believing in my vision,” he continued. “Couldn’t have done it without you. This one’s for the books … literally.” The artist also posted of the feat on Sunday (Nov. 2), “A winner is a dreamer who never gave up.” Night 2 of Jeezy’s residency had a masquerade theme, with the star and his sprawling band of classical musicians — comprised of members of The Color of Noize Orchestra — performing a program of original music composed by Derrick Hodge with musical direction from Adam Blackstone. World record aside, the event also marked the largest ever assembly of an orchestra for a concert in Las Vegas, hip-hop or otherwise. Jeezy kicked off his first show in Vegas on Halloween. He’ll return to Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino for another two shows in December, which will have a Nutcracker theme.
