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Jay-Z makes a point to support his artists.

The hip-hop mogul hit up a sold-out concert performed by Rita Ora, who is signed to Jay's entertainment company Roc Nation, at Highline Ballroom on Monday night.

The star hung out in the VIP lounge with pal Big Sean, sipping Coronas and listening to Ora perform songs including a cover of Kendrick Lamar's "Swimming Pools," a witness said.

Jay's wife, Beyoncé, did not accompany her hubby.

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