Gold

This is my revised review for Jay Z Gold using my new review style Jay Z Gold is the first celebrity fragrance that I purchased (not in the Michael Jordan wheelhouse) mainly because of the deal I got for it. It was either $10USD for a 1oz/30ml or $18USD for the 1oz/30ml with the shower gel and aftershave as a gift set holdover from Father's Day. So, what did you think I got? I purchased the gift set and it was actually marked down another half on top of the sticker. I smelt it first earlier that day and it smelt pretty good so I felt confident in my purchase. My three thoughts when smelling this scent is blueberry muffin, sweet, and clean. Jay Z Gold opens with a blueberry note which makes it smell like fresh blueberry muffins or even strawberries to some. With the three heavy notes to me being blueberry, violet and amber-vanilla, this is a VERY sweet smelling. Finally, this scent has a fruity clean smell to it similar to Axe Signature’s Night. That said, it is a different fragrance than the typical drug store or celebrity fragrance. It is unique different with moderate to long lasting length of scent but with soft to moderate sillage. As for length as I mentioned it lasts over nine hours. I had several days in the late summer/early fall time of year and I found it lasted over 12 hours, if even it was just the amber-vanilla basenote that would hold on for quite a while. Its sillage is pretty strong as the blueberry heavy open fades into the violet mid, it gives about 4/5 hours as a moderate sillage before becoming a skin scent. I find it is one of those skeleton scents that can work, any-time, any season and any occasion. My rating for this cologne is 9.5/10 as there is no real knock on it. At first I thought that the $30USD price-tag for 1oz/30ml in the brick and mortars is a little steep but the performance and unique smell gives it that edge that make it worth it. I honestly LOVE THIS SCENT.

Jay Z Gold is a very cool, sweet and subtle cologne. This particular fragrance ranks in my top 5 and #5 because it is an aromatic, spicy scent for men composed by perfumer ilias ermenidis. This scent opens with a burst of fresh citrus before giving way to exotic spices of cardamom, ginger and pink pepper. The top notes of grapefruit, orange and lavender. Next, the middle notes of ginger, cardamom, violet leaf, pink pepper, cypress. Lastly, the base notes of this fragrance are vetiver, amber, teakwood, and vanilla. So pros and cons on Jay Z Gold: Pros - I absolutely love the cool and sweet smell this fragrance gives off. On me a lot of people get more of the vanilla vibe from it. Since my body words well with sweeter smelling scents this one has easily hit my top five and a lot people enjoy it. Very unique and different to his earlier release known Rocawear Evolution. Overall a job well done compared to other celebrity colognes. Definitely recommend people to try this one out. Cons - The Longevity and Sillage both rank a moderate. The price going for this cologne is bad if you're going to get it at Macy's. You are going to pay roughly 72.00 USD there compared to what you would online which is roughly 47.00 USD. For that you're better off buying something like 1 Million online which cost 10 USD less online than what Gold cost at Macy's and it lasts two times longer than Gold. To finish off this review if you are looking for a signature scent then I would have to recommend you Jay Z Gold. I have gotten a couple of compliments on it. Not as much, but still occasionally I will get someone who asks me what it is. I don't use this as my signature scent, but for those who were thinking about considering it I have to say go for it.

This is REALLY good!!! I love the note combination in this scent! Blueberry vanilla. I get more blueberry and violet than anything, followed by vanilla and pink pepper/cardamom. The texture starts out very cool and fizzy, but quickly evolves to be similar to a blueberry La Nuit de L'Homme flanker with heavy pink pepper and cardamom, or even a spicy blueberry Bleu De Chanel. The strong pink pepper from the opening fades to give way to the lasting cardamom, and that's what's responsible for the texture change. Basically, imagine a freshly baked blueberry muffin where you accidently poured pepper into the batter. That's what this is, and that's definitely not a bad thing. Projection is perfect, though it sits a little close to skin after 3 hours. Longevity is moderate, 5-6 hours noticeably, but it lasts 8-9 hours total under the neck of my shirt. I've gotten TONS of compliments on this! I wish the top notes lasted a tiny bit longer, but so far, all the hype is correct. This is REALLY nice! For the price, buy it, and carry an atomizer if you have to. Also, the bottle is pretty nice as well. It has a nice heavy cap with a matte white powdercoated bottle. This is probably worth a lot more than it sells for, in terms of value. It's certainly every bit as nice as Bleu De Chanel in terms of scent, protection, and longevity, and yet it sells for 1/4 the price. I've worn more of this (and given away more samples) than anything else in my collection. This is in my Top 10, and often in my Top 5. Highly recommended!

I originally purchased this scent and really liked it but then I got frags for Christmas and kind of forgot about this scent until about a week ago I was on an elevator with a guy that smelled really good so I complimented him and asked him what he was wearing and sure enough it was Jay Z Gold. Jay Z gold opens up with a very fresh blast of blueberry,violet,grapefruit and ginger making this very fresh,slightly powdery and sweet. This stays pretty linear but this retains that smell but then gets a little more spicy and woody but still remains fresh and then in the drydown that vanilla gives it a sensual edge. I’d also describe this scent as a sexy,alluring smell as I have been complimented a few times but this was 1 of the very few that someone else described as sexy. Performance on this is above average as it lasts 5-8 hours and has soft projection but you will have a nice scent bubble and also leave a nice scent trail as you pass by people. Overall rating — 8 out of 10 ! Very unique smell that gets compliments and for a cheapie this performs pretty well. Sidenote— I love the blueberry and vanilla combo in this :D

I must admit, I do like trying celeb fragrances, and with this one fellas, you WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!! I just got GOLD JAY Z, it is a fruity opening but mixed with an herbal, spiciness which the three together balances nicely. GOLD JAY Z is very masculine but not overtly so, noticeable, but refined and classy; perfect to wear into the office. GOLD JAY Z sillage, wears close to the skin to moderate, a good balance of refinement and notice ability but won't scare others away. I feel GOLD JAY Z is a year round scent, and can be worn for ALL OCCASIONS; from office, to date, to dinner or for casual wear on the weekends...it fits in anywhere; and any age group can wear it as well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ADDING THIS TO YOUR FRAGRANCE WOREDROBE!!!

This is one of the most versatile fragrances in my collection.. I have had this bottle for about a year and a half and I do wear this a lot.. My wife asks me what I’m wearing everytime I wear this.. Do much in fact, that it has become a joke like I’m almost waiting for her to ask.. My favorite time to wear this is on a rainy day.. Which is why I chose to wear and review this one.. The vanilla and blueberry are blended nicely with the violet leaf in the background..longevity and projection are average.. Great bottle to start off with.. Rating 8.7/10

Blind bought this off of what others had said on the review sites...result-> not disappointed at all! It's nice. The blueberry scent appears and disappears very quickly within the first hour. The base notes is what you're left with from the 45 min mark and its a nice, not-too-sweet vanilla/amber/wood combo. It's not a unique scent so I don't think it's worth a heavy price tag, however, I bought a 1 oz'er at a great price and I am very very happy to wear it in my fall/winter/spring/summer night casual rotation.

the sad thing is that this fragrance smells exactly like 1 million by paco rabbanne last longer and projects better... my advice is put your subjective feelings aside and buy this... it makes no sense to pay for 1 million when jay z gold is pretty much the same scent but better for cheaper..

It's a nice fragrance that everyone can wear and enjoy, a mass appealling scent. In my skin it's project well 2-3 hour and stay within 10 hour+. Great release by JayZ, worth to try and of course solid love for me. Thanks Jeremy Frag.. lol

From an overall value standpoint, this may be the best purchase I have made. This smells great, lasts a good amount of time with good projection and is not very expensive at all. I would rate this a great value buy. Check it out.

For anyone looking for a replacement for this scent check out Dumont White !!!! Very similar scent profile and I actually think Dumont white is an improvement in all areas !!!

wow, I'm surprised. I tested it at Macy's this morning at 10:30 am. 2 sprays on my hand and 2 sprays on my wrist. It's 11:48 pm now and I can still smell it.

Alright, fans of this... who knows which of the "impression" scents is a good replacement for this? Are "Gilded" or "Golden Hour" any good?

Throw in the towel from hip hop this line of work seems to fit you in my opinion better good job on this one.

There is something about this fragrance that makes me smile. I have to review this on my YouTube channel.

Such a hidden gem. Surprisingly I have gotten the most compliments ever from this one

Like other celebrities' fragrances, it's not great,,but also it's not bad.

Very sophisticated if I do say so myself.

Love this juice, it's my signature.

I realized recently that I have never listened consciously to any Jay-Z song; shocking considering his social influence over the years. So during work one day, I decided to listen to his entire discography. I listened, and then listened again.. then listened a few more times. The man is a poet, and from what I’ve heard, a financial genius. It’s no surprise to me that with the reach that he has, he steps into the world of fragrance with an offering that appeals to all, but is not void of nuance. ‘Gold’ opens up with a rather tart, bitter blueberry note. It’s an odd opening I will say, mixing the bitter and the sweet. It doesn’t pull you in, but rather it plainly announces itself. The violet becomes clear rather quickly, giving the fragrance an elegance. The transition of bitter dried fruits to exquisite florals might be a commentary on his own personal trajectory; the classic story of coming from very little, and achieving greatness. All the while, a very plain vanilla lingers, giving the fragrance a pleasant versatility. This really is the every man’s fragrance. It reminds me of the potential we all have within us. If this smell is greatness, then greatness is versatile, welcome to all, and achievable by any who may seek it. The etchings engraved on the bottle cap prove my point. The fragrance settles into an interesting balance of Tart Berries, with some balmy vanilla and soft spices from the pink pepper. Slightly reminiscent of a blueberry pie, with a tiny bit of warm spice. It’s proud, and softly spoken. Performance is average. 5-6 hours on skin, solid 1st hour of projection. In total, it’s a very basic, easily wearable fragrance. Will it blow you away? Probably not. But the simpler things in life have just as much validity as the more complex. There is a time and place for everything. I’m happy to have added this fragrance to my collection, and to have added Jay-Z’s music to my playlist as well. 7/10