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Dec 18, 2019 · Perfection. 5. Nas Is Like (1999) “ Freedom or jail, clip’s inserted, a baby’s being born / Same time a man is murdered, the beginning and end / As far as rap go, it’s only natural I explain / My plateau, and also, what defines my name…”. Another perfect Nas – DJ Premier collaboration.
- Made You Look
“Made You Look” is the first single from Nas‘ 2002 album,...
- Ranking Nas' Albums
It was so blatant that Ghostface and Raekwon dedicated an...
- Killer Verse
“Classic” is a Grammy nominated collaboration between Kanye...
- Nastradamus
1994. Nas "Illmatic" (1994) 1996. Nas "It Was Written"...
- I Am
“Heaven and hell, rap legend, presence is felt - and of...
- The Blueprint
He was also engaged in feuds with various rappers, in...
- Made You Look
- Henry Adaso
- 'N.Y. State of Mind' Not your typical tribute, "N.Y. State of Mind" paints a nightmarish picture of a city enveloped in darkness and paranoia: guns, fiends, blunts, and stick-up kids.
- 'Nas Is Like' "Nas Is Like" is songwriting perfection. Nas spiffs up his nasty flow and makes his word dance harmonize with DJ Premier's slick composition.
- 'It Ain't Hard to Tell' The ingredients that make "It Ain't Hard to Tell" one of the greatest hip-hop songs of all time are the same ones that make Nas a candidate for hip-hop's Mount Rushmore: vivid metaphors, poetic prowess, and a terrifyingly self-assured flow.
- 'Life's a B***h' "Life's a B***h" is as much a win for Nas as it is for then unknown AZ. The song benefits from the friendly competition among the two New York upstarts.
Sep 14, 2022 · Narrowing down the greatest songs in his extensive discography is a task sure to leave some dissatisfied, but it’s nearly impossible to discuss Nas as a cultural staple without these precious gems on our list. Here are our 10 favorite songs from Nas’ illustrious career; scroll to the end for a playlist of every track. — Sheldon Pearce
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- Nas "N.Y. State of Mind" (1994) Produced By: DJ Premier/Large Professor. Album: Illmatic/Demo. Label: Columbia/N/A. Nas "Just Another Day In The Projects" View this video on YouTube.
- Nas "The Message" (1996) Produced By: Trackmasters. Album: It Was Written. Label: Columbia. Before "Hip Hop Is Dead" caused a ruckus in the industry, Nas dropped "The Message," a confrontational piece that didn't name names but got plenty of responses.
- Nas "It Ain't Hard to Tell" (1994) Produced By: Large Professor/Large Professor. Album: Illmatic/"It Ain't Hard to Tell" (Remix) 12" Promo. Label: Columbia/Columbia.
- Main Source f/ Nas, Akinyele & Joe Fatal "Live at the Barbeque" (1991) Produced By: Large Professor. Album: Breaking Atoms. Label: Wild Pitch. You love to hear the story again and again, of how it all got started way back when.
- “Nas Is Like” “Nas Is Like” is a classic hip-hop track from Nas‘ 1999 album I Am… that epitomizes the artist’s lyrical prowess and clever wordplay. The track features a sample of the 1966 hit song “What Now My Love” by Sonny and Cher, and Nas’ rhymes feature dense lyrics that are full of double entendres.
- “I Can” “I Can” by Nas has been widely acclaimed as one of the most iconic hip-hop anthems of the 21st century. The song was released in 2002 as the lead single from his fifth studio album, God’s Son.
- “Hate Me Now” Released in 1999 on his third studio album, “Hate Me Now” remains one of Nas’ most controversial singles due to its explicit lyrics and dark themes.
- “N.Y. State of Mind” One of Nas’ most influential tracks, “N.Y. State of Mind” is a powerful ode to his hometown of New York City, showcasing its complexity and struggles.
Oct 12, 2023 · 10. 'One Mic'. "One Mic" from Stillmatic is another classic in Nasir Jones’ discography. The chorus is quiet and unassuming but the verses rise in energy and rage to a crescendo, quite like Phil Collins’ "In The Air Tonight," the song it samples. A fun fact: Jungle wrote the first four lines of Nas’ first verse. 9.
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Apr 19, 2019 · 169. “P**** Killz" (God’s Son, Bonus Track) 168. “Dr. Knockboot" (I Am) "Dr. Knockboot" isn't the worst song Nas has ever released about women. But it is the embodiment of such a weakness in ...
