After conquering the car-racing world, Lewis Hamilton has reportedly set his sights on becoming a big hit the music arena - with a little help from one of hip-hop's biggest stars.

According to The Sun, the 30-year-old Formula One champ is in talks with Jay Z's Roc Nation about releasing some of the many tracks he's recorded with a plethora of top producers.

A source said: 'Lewis has been talking to a few music industry figures about his music, including Jay Z's Roc Nation team. It's early days but it looks more and more likely that he will release some of the songs.

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And on that note... Lewis Hamilton, left, is reportedly in talks to release music through Jay Z's Roc Nation

'Lewis spends a lot of time in the studio, works with big name collaborators and takes it all seriously. Formula One is still his number one priority but don't be surprised if Lewis tries for a pop career, too.'

Lewis, who has a recording studio in his home, has made tracks with a host of big names, including producer Rodney Jerkins, who's behind hits for Lady Gaga and Michael Jackson, among others.

Earlier this week, the Hertfordshire native took to his Twitter account to upload a shot of himself in a music studio, alongside the caption: 'Other than being in a car, this is my favourite place to be. My fortress of solitude.'

Fortress: Earlier this week, Lewis tweeted a shot of himself in the studio, saying it's his 'favourite place to be'

Friends in high places: Lewis, was supported by chart-topping musician Pharrell Williams, left, and R&B singer Tyrese, as he raced to victory at last year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Multi-talented: Over the years, Lewis has uploaded several shots of himself in the studio and playing music

And back in November, during appearance on the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Nick Grimshaw, he declared that 'music is everything to me'.

He also spoke of meeting Dr. Dre, Timbaland, Jay Z and his wife Beyoncé in a studio - and watching as Jay Z selected the track listing for his album.

'I wish I could've taken a picture because it was one of the best moments of my life,' said Lewis.

It's a rap: Veteran rapper Nas is also among the many high-profile fans Lewis can boast of having

Pulling a few strings: Judging by his social media accounts, his instrument of choice appears to be the guitar

Enjoying a tipple! Lewis met up with award-winning musician Ed Sheeran during a recent appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show

While he said the experience was 'just nuts' he resisted the temptation of playing them the estimated 25 to 30 tracks he'd recorded as he didn't think they were ready for such scrutiny.

He added of his passion for music: 'Every country I go to I find a studio to record. Instead of going out after the race, I like to go down to the studio and put down thoughts.'

And his ex-girlfriend Nicole Scherzinger - who rose to fame as the Pussycat Dolls' frontwoman before going solo - may have had an indirect hand in Lewis' extended studio time.

He revealed: 'I built the studio [in my home] for Nicole, so she didn't have to leave the house to go back to LA, and now she can hardly get in because I'm always in it.'

Inspiration: Earlier this month, Lewis shared a shot of himself with Mary J. Blige, whom he described as 'one of my all time favourite artists'

Never missing a beat: Lewis, seen with producer Spinz Beats, has a recording studio in his home

Well connected: Lewis was seen partying with producer Swizz Beatz, husband of Alicia Keys