Jay-Z explains why he and Beyoncé chose the name ‘Blue Ivy’ for their daughter

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. We just took the berry off and called her Blue.” Earlier in the interview, the “Part II” vocalist talked about how his daughter’s perception of him as a “cool parent” has developed over the years, adding that Blue Ivy now asks him for style advice. Now she asks me, you know, if this is cool, if her sneakers.” “There was a time where she was like, ‘Daaaaad’,’” he joked. Blue Ivy danced alongside her mom for songs like “My Power” and “Black Parade.” Promptly after the young prodigy’s first appearance in Paris, the “Lemonade” singer honoured the sentimental moment with a poignant post on Instagram. She’s been born into a life she didn’t ask for.” “So since she was born she’s been in, like, scrutiny and public eye, and everyone having an opinion,” he continued.