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Jay-Z compares Beyonce to Michael Jackson

Jay-Z described his wife, Beyonce Knowles as "the second coming" of Michael Jackson.

In an interview with Miami radio station 99 Jamz, he said: "What I've learnt from her is similar to what I learnt from [Michael Jackson] - and I know that's blasphemy to compare the two because Mike was such an innovator, but I think she's like the second coming."

Jay-Z also explained that Beyonce is like a "machine" when it comes to making music, and she inspires him to keep creating albums.

He added: "The hard work and dedication that she puts into her shows, it just makes you want to work harder at your own craft. She's like a machine."

Beyonce and Jay-Z married in New York in 2008.

Listen to Jay-Z talk about Beyonce on Jonathan Ross here: