Chris Martin the rapper

Chris Martin has recorded a hip-hop track with Jay-Z.
The 'Coldplay' frontman sang the vocals on the yet unnamed hip-hop tune for the rapper's new album.
Chris was reportedly so impressed with the urban sounds that he decided to try his hand at mc-ing, but his efforts will not be featured on the album.
A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "Jay taught him a verse and he was recorded doing about a minute of it.
"It's not for Jay's album, it's just a bit of fun. Chris loved it and had a laugh holding the microphone like a rapper and grabbing his crotch while he was rhyming."
Despite getting snubbed by Jay-Z, Chris's rap has turned out to be a hit with the New York club scene, where the sample has been welcomed by rap fans.
The source added: "It's now on a mix-tape doing the rounds in New York."
Chris - who is married to actress Gwyneth Paltrow - has previously also collaborated with Kanye West and the 'Streets' rapper Mike Skinner.

In other news, Gwyneth Paltrow surprised fans by performing with rapper Jay-Z on Wednesday (27.09.06).

The 'Sylvia' actress joined the hip-hop legend on stage during his sell-out show at London's Royal Albert Hall, to provide backing vocals for 'Song Cry' in front of the 5,500-strong audience.

Radio 1Xtra DJ G Money, who was at the event, said: "She was a bit nervous but her performance was really excellent.

"People were like, 'Who is this chick that's in the spotlight?'

"Then Jay-Z said, 'I want people to wish a happy birthday to my good friend Gwyneth Paltrow'.

"Everyone was like, 'Are you for real?'"

Gwyneth's husband, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, also made an appearance on stage to perform with Jay-Z.