Rapper Jay-Z played a tribute concert in New York on Friday to remember all those who lost their lives in the September 11 terrorist attacks.

说唱歌手Jay-Z星期五在纽约举行了一场纪念音乐会，纪念在911恐怖袭击中失去生命的人。

Most of the performers wore black and grey on stage

Beyonce, Mary J Blige and Rihanna also took part in the Madison Square Garden gig to mark the eight-year anniversary.

"Make some noise for everybody that lost their lives so we can live ours," the 39-year-old said to the crowd.

All proceeds made from the Answer The Call gig is being donated to funds that help families affected¹ by the attack.

The New York Police and Fire Widows' and Children's Benefit Fund will benefit from the concert.

"We stand here tonight eight years later even stronger, even stronger," Jay-Z said on stage.

Most of the performers, who also included Diddy, Kanye West and John Mayer, wore mainly black and grey onstage.

Halfway² through the show, Jay Z held a moment of silence to remember all those who had lost their lives during the terror attacks.

The Pledge of Allegiance kicked off the show, followed by a two-hour set that included Jay-Z hits such as 99 Problems and I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me).