Now that Las Vegas residencies are cool again, it seems every artist of a certain stature either has one scheduled or is rumored to be working on one. The Killers just completed a run of shows for the 20th anniversary of Hot Fuss, Janet Jackson will finish out the year and open the next with a slate of shows at Resorts World, and Nas, who took his own advice in getting out of his comfort zone with three shows with the Las Vegas Philharmonic, has just announced his return to the Encore Theater at Wynn after that successful debut.
The dates for the new shows are February 5, 7, and 8, 2025. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, September 13, 2024, at 10 AM PT. The press release for the new dates notes that during his show on August 31, Nas said, “I could get used to doing this Vegas thing. I might extend it.” You can find more information here.
As with many of his peers’ residencies, Nas’ collection of shows celebrates the 30th anniversary of his debut album, Illmatic, with classical renditions of its instrumentals performed by the Las Vegas Philharmonic orchestra — a concept he pioneered at the Kennedy Center in 2018. Nas will continue to get out of his comfort zone this year with a pair of potentially eyebrow-raising projects: a Broadway adaptation of Beat Street, and a concept album inspired by the cult film The Warriors produced by Lin-Manuel Miranda of Hamilton fame.
It goes without saying that different generations are going to have different approaches to music, but according to Steve Stoute, some things never change. In a new episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, he weighed in on claims that hip-hop fans no longer value lyrics like they used to. He argued that lyrics weren’t necessarily a top priority back in the day either, using Nas’ 1996 album Illmaticas an example.
“You know what’s funny, it’s so easy for an older generation to talk like that,” he began. “They wasn’t giving a f*ck about lyrics when Nas put out Illmatic. That’s why it took five years to go gold… Young MC didn’t take that long to go gold, they were buying that sh*t.”
Steve stoute on the joe budden podcast says the older generation didn’t care about lyrics in HipHop. That’s why it took nas 5 years to gold after dropping Illmatic . pic.twitter.com/OuBEfreFWx
“Reasonable Doubt took a long time to go off, look at Reasonable Doubt‘s first week,” Stoute continued. “My only point is that you may like lyrics and all that other kind of stuff, and it may be something that you love, but does it make you buy it? […] You can’t look at generations and go, ‘This new generation, they don’t give a f*ck about lyrics.’ You weren’t rewarding n****s who was making lyrics back then… And people have bad memory around that stuff.“
He went on to claim that streaming has devalued music, as fans are far less likely to spend money on what they could stream for free, even if they love it. What do you think of Steve Stoute claiming that lyrics weren’t valued in hip-hop back in the 90s, as evidenced by how long it took for Nas’ Illmatic to go gold? Do you agree with him or not? Do you believe that younger generations care about lyrics less than older generations, or are they being hypocritical? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Album rankings are always going to inspire debate. It’s part of the fun of ranking in the first place. Billboard courted controversy (as all list-making outlets do) when they decided to roll out the 100 greatest hip-hop albums of all time. Their selection for the number one, however, was undeniable. Billboard chose Illmatic as the greatest release in the genre’s history, and fans were pretty much in agreement that Nas’ 1994 debut was as close to perfect as an album can get.
Nas reposted the number one ranking on his Instagram July 12. He also thanked the outlet for giving Illmatic such a glowing write-up. “Thank you to @billboard,” he wrote. Of course, the rapper took time out to thank the generations of fans who grew up with Illmatic, as well. “N the people,” he added. “We here #1 Illmatic.” Nas also claimed the number 57 spot on the Billboard list with his 1996 album, It Was Written. The rapper has had a fascinating relationship with his debut over the years. There was a time where he considered it an albatross, something that affected the way people listened to the rest of his music.
Over time, however, Nas has made peace with the legacy of Illmatic. It exists, in many ways, outside of the rest of his catalog. A catalog that has actually gotten better over the last decade. Nas talked about the gift and the curse of dropping a classic debut back in 2014. He likened Illmatic to another acclaimed debut, Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City, and told Complex that there’s a lot of pressure that comes with making a successor. “They called it the sophomore jinx back then,” Nas recalled. “So many artists never got past their first album… It was so crazy that I had to take it seriously.”
Illmatic has gone from albatross to crown jewel in the rapper’s estimation. Nas released a deluxe version of the album for its 20th anniversary in 2014. He also participated in the acclaimed documentary Time IsIllmatic, which chronicled the album’s making. For the album’s 30th anniversary, which happened back in April, Nas praised his collaborators in an Instagram post. “Even tho the album leaked months before the release date,” he wrote in the caption. “We still are apart of music history.”
Last Friday, Nas and DJ Premier unleashed their latest collaborative single, “Define My Name.” The song’s release coincides with the 30th anniversary of Nas’s iconic debut album, Illmatic, on which Premier produced three tracks. Near the end of the “Define My Name,” Nas confirms that he and his longtime collaborator will finally release a full-length collaboration, which has been rumored to be in the works for many years. He says, “30 years later we back in the lab, it’s album time.” Nas previously referenced the possibility of collaborating on the song “30,” rapping, “Premier album still might happen.” While they go back a way, the esteemed beatmaker has not produced on a Nas album since 2001’s Stillmatic on the song “2nd Childhood.” However, the two have continued to work together, with Preemo featuring on 2021’s Magic.
The announcement of a collaborative album comes off the heels of Nas’s legendary six-album run with Hit-Boy that began in 2020 and ended late last year. Both the King’s Disease and Magic trilogies were his first projects to be handled by a singular producer. DJ Premier also has a historic track record of producing full-length albums as a member of Gang Starr and PRhyme. Now that they are finally gearing up for their long-awaited joint album, here are five things we want from Nas and DJ Premier’s upcoming release.
A Concise Tracklist
In light of Illmatic’s 30th anniversary, part of what makes the album so classic is that its lean tracklist and short run time are nothing but top-quality material. At ten songs and 39 minutes, there is no room for error. Its cohesion contributes to its legendary status. Given that DJ Premier produced three songs from Nas’s debut, one can hope for the two to deliver high-caliber material at an adequate length. Nas’s last six studio albums with Hit-Boy did not exceed one hour.
Even before that, his NASIR album with Kanye West clocked in at 26 minutes. While Nas has released a lengthy double disc before, his recent output has taken a “quality over quantity” approach. Many of DJ Premier’s greatest collaborations, including Gang Starr’s Hard To Earn and PRhyme’s self-titled debut, were rather concise. Based on the tracklist of Illmatic and their other masterful works, one can hope for a succinct runtime.
Classic DJ Premier Production
One can count on DJ Premier to contribute classic hip hop production to any song. His signature style of beat-making is instantly recognizable. Preemo’s beats often have a unique swinging rhythm with a powerful sample loop. Throughout his career, he has remained true to his sound. Recently, he has put his signature touch on songs from Ab-Soul, 2 Chainz, Russ, Busta Rhymes, and Griselda. DJ Premier and Nas reconnected in 2022 for “Beat Breaks,” which saw the legend rapping over his top-tier production. Their latest single, “Define My Name,” contains a classic Preemo-style beat, which hopefully gives fans a glimpse of what is to come from their upcoming album.
Plenty Of Scratching
With any DJ Premier production, scratching from the hip hop legend is almost guaranteed. Nearly all his most iconic beats see him putting his DJ skills on full display. He often incorporates elements of other rap songs into hooks as he scratches. DJ Premier will sometimes even scratch on songs he did not produce, including The Game and Kanye West’s “Eazy” and Nas’s “Wave Gods,” which are both Hit-Boy beats. “Define My Name” is quintessential DJ Premier in its production and scratching. One can certainly anticipate some impressive scratching from Preemo on his upcoming album with Nas.
A Nod To Their Most Iconic Collabs
Nas and DJ Premier’s collaborative history began 30 years ago on Illmatic on “Represent,” “Memory Lane,” and, of course, “NY State of Mind.” Premier also produced the latter’s sequel on 1999’s I Am…, on which he also produced “Nas Is Like.” “Define My Name” nods to that song with its title deriving from one of its most well-known lyrics: “As far as rap go, it’s only natural I explain / My plateau and also what defines my name.” Additionally, DJ Premier scratches the lyrics on their latest single, nodding to one of their most iconic collaborations. He also notably produced “I Gave You Power,” “Come Get Me,” “2nd Childhood,” and “Classic.” In the vein of “Define My Name,” we hope for Nas and DJ Premier to continue the lineage of their collaborative history, recalling some of their most classic collaborations.
An Unreleased Guru Verse
Throughout his career, Nas has proved that he can hold down an album on his own. Guest features are not a necessity for his upcoming album with DJ Premier, but if there was going to be one guest, it should be an unreleased verse from Guru. Unfortunately, Nas and Guru never appeared on a song with each other before the Gang Starr member’s passing in 2010. Posthumous vocals are often seen as a distasteful money grab, but DJ Premier proved them to be the opposite in the case of Gang Starr’s 2019 album, One of the Best Yet. Before its release, Premier alluded to Nas’s inclusion on the album in an Instagram post, which never materialized. The long-awaited album from Nas and DJ Premier would provide the perfect opportunity to hear them on a song together.
Hip-hop’s history books contain millions of enduring statements, infinite ideas, and indelible expressions penned by hundreds of thousands of students of the game. Thousands of them got their brilliance delivered to mass audiences, hundreds reached the peak highs of their time and style, and dozens have transcended the genre into a status of cultural ubiquity. But out of all of these writers who shaped the philosophies, language, and communication of rap music, there is a strong case that, along with The God MC Rakim, none have been more influential or definitive than Nas. We took it upon ourselves to accept that challenge and see just how pivotal Esco’s pen has been to the community.
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of his classic album Illmatic yesterday (Friday, April 19), we listed out seven of the most quoted lyrics, motifs, or refrains from this magnum opus across hip-hop’s history, along with just a few of many examples. As arguably the greatest LP the genre has to offer, a status that only a handful of rap records can claim, there is obviously so much more to say, and many more lines that you’ll hear in songs released since ’94. But these are among the bars on the project that most closely evoke its narratives in your head when you hear them in another song or everyday conversation. We’d love to know your picks, as we certainly missed a lot, so join us in celebrating this masterpiece and thanking Nas for his craft and creations down in the comments section below.
I Never Sleep, ‘Cause Sleep Is The Cousin Of Death (“N.Y. State Of Mind”)
While this phrase obviously existed before Illmatic‘s release, no rapper spits it today without evoking Nas’ “N.Y. State Of Mind.” It’s a phrase that perfectly fits within the vivid description of Queens’ street life and placed the album into a special era; a coming-of-age tale that inspired countless others put their unique spin on. Over the years, we’ve heard the greats reference this specific bar including J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Denzel Curry, and The Game.
Furthermore, the most famous of these is likely Lil Wayne’s “6 Foot 7 Foot,” which actually references another Illmatic bar we’ll get into later. “Life is a b***h, and death is her sister / Sleep is the cousin, what a f***ing family picture,” Weezy raps on the cut. Another notable modern example is $UICIDEBOY$’ 2016 cut “AM/PM,” on which Ruby raps: “If sleep is the cousin of death, I guess me and $lick counting sheep ’til we out of breath.” From ’90s East Coast hardcore to 2010s New Orleans horrorcore-adjacent trap; who would’ve thought?
The World Is Yours / I’m Out For Dead Presidents To Represent Me (“The World Is Yours”)
Here’s a two-parter, mainly because the mere title of “The World Is Yours” and the “It’s mine, it’s mine, it’s mine, whose world is this?” refrain lives on in a lot of rap media: bars, interviews, promo material, movies… you name it. J. Cole has an early song titled “Who’s World Is This?” and there’s also Blu’s classic album with Exile, Below The Heavens, with the track “The World Is.” Out of the many enduring Nas bars on this song, one of them is the money-focused, “I’m out for dead presidents to represent me.” Joey Bada$$, a student of Nasir Jones who references him very often, spits this bar on 1999‘s “Hardknock,” and 2016’s “AMERIKKKAN IDOL.” Logic does the same on 2012’s “All Sinatra Everything,” and of course, there’s Jay-Z’s use of it for his “Dead Presidents” series. That definitely didn’t backfire at all…
Life’s A B***h And Then You Die… (“Life’s A B***h”)
Next is AZ’s iconic hook on “Life’s A B***h”: “Life’s a b***h and then you die, that’s why we get high / ‘Cause you never know when you’re gonna go.” Other than being one of the most cutting and reality-affirming moments on Illmatic, Nas’ words here transcended even the hip-hop genre. One of the most curious homages we found in our research was a live version of metal band Deftones’ “Teething” from 2001, in which they added this chorus to the track to a pretty hype effect. Just goes to show that these lyrics have etched themselves in musical and cultural history, not just within hip-hop. Back to that, though, some quick examples: Kendrick Lamar’s “FEAR.,” A$AP Rocky’s “Phoenix,” Tyler, The Creator’s “Lone,” and “Headstone” by Flatbush Zombies, which actually references dozens of rap classic throughout its runtime.
Somehow, The Rap Game Reminds Me Of The Crack Game (“Represent”)
Here’s what Nas had to say about this bar from “Represent”: “It’s all about getting a dollar, don’t trust nobody, keep your eyes open, don’t play with nobody, focus on what you’re supposed to get out of it. This s**t is dangerous, it’ll take you down… What’s the difference?” Once again, Jay-Z echoed this sentiment in his 1997 track “Rap Game / Crack Game,” and Biggie Smalls references the rhyme scheme on Ready To Die‘s “Things Done Changed” that same year. “If I wasn’t in the rap game, I’d probably have a ki, knee-deep in the crack game.” Cam’ron also echoes the bar on “Sports, Drugs & Entertainment,” and Benny The Butcher, 38 Spesh, and Elcamino develop the metaphor on 2021’s “Blue Money.” “Crack game like the rap game but ain’t as safe / If we got the same plug we like label-mates,” Spesh spits.
Also, we wanted to shout out Nas’ reference to the Five-Percent Nation on this “Human Nature”-sampling cut, “It Ain’t Hard To Tell”: “Nas is like the Afrocentric Asian, half man, half amazing.” The second half of that bar is the namesake of the third track (featuring Method Man) on Pete Rock’s 1998 album Soul Survivor, and also that of cuts from Blocboy JB and more. As for lyrical mentions, Mac Miller does so on the Faces cut “Friends” featuring ScHoolboy Q, Joe Budden gives a nod on “NBA,” and 50 Cent used it to belittle Ja Rule on the diss track “Your Life’s On The Line.” Safe to say, this last example proves that these aren’t always very favorable references, at least when it comes to who the bars might be intended for, if it’s not just an homage to the Queens legend.
Finally, we have a repeated phrase throughout Illmatic that is the title of one of its songs, and also appears on the outro of “Represent.” “One time for your mind” comes from Grand Wizard, who provides the aloof hook on the first example before Nas gets into the chill cut. This is such a versatile phrase that can be used as an ad-lib, a filler bar, a historical reference, as part of a complex rhyme scheme, or as a reminder to keep the mental focus up and live for the singular moment. It appears in pop hits like “Pon De Replay” by Rihanna, lyrical onslaughts like Lil Wayne’s “Dreams & Nightmares,” Lupe Fiasco’s “Paris, Tokyo,” Ab-Soul’s “Double Standards,” Das EFX’s “Real Hip-Hop,” The Roots’ “No Alibi,” and so many more. Despite the variety of uses for this bar and many others, every hip-hop head knows its origins well.
Nas’ iconic debut studio album Illmatic turns 30 years old today, and to celebrate, he’s announced a series of tour dates in the UK and Europe. The hitmaker shared the exciting news in an Instagram post alongside a colorful tour poster inspired by the 1994 LP. “I’m bringing my Illmatic 30-year anniversary tour to UK and EU starting October,” he captioned the post. Tickets are set to go on sale on April 25, 2024, at 10 a.m. local time.
The New York-born performer will kick things off with a show in Helsinki, Finland towards the end of October. He’ll then move on to cities like Stockholm, Milan, Amsterdam, Paris, and more. He’s currently scheduled to close out the tour on November 15 with a performance in London.
Of course, Nas’ European and UK-based fans can’t wait to catch him live and are sounding off online. His fans located elsewhere, on the other hand, are feeling a bit left out. Luckily, he does have a few performances scheduled in the U.S. before embarking on the tour. He’s scheduled to take on Vegas’ Lovers & Friends festival next month before gracing the stage at The Roots Picnic in June. Nas is also slated to perform in Albany, NY, and Morrison, CO before heading to Europe.
While Nas’ upcoming tour of Europe and the UK is certainly exciting, it’s far from the only thing leaving his listeners impressed as of late. Early this morning, he teamed up with DJ Premier to drop a brand new track called “Define My Name,” following almost a week of teasing. What do you think of Nas announcing a UK/European tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his debut studio album, Illmatic? Will you be catching the hitmaker live? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
April 19 marks the 30th anniversary of Nas’ iconic Illmatic album, and Nas is celebrating in a few different ways. First, he and DJ Premiere — who produced “NY State Of Mind,” “Represent,” and “Memory Lane (Sittin’ In Da Park)” from Illmatic shared a new song, “Define My Name.” The song, it turns out, is a preview of a collaborative album the pair is planning to release later this year.
Beyond that, Nas also announced the Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour, which is set to hit Europe and the UK in October and November.
Listen to “Define My Name” above and find Nas’ upcoming tour dates below.
Nas 2024 Tour Dates: Illmatic 30 Year Anniversary Tour
10/22 @ Helsinki, Finland @ House of Culture
10/24 @ Stockholm, Sweden @ B-K
10/25 @ Copenhagen, Denmark @ Kb Hallen
10/27 @ Cologne, Germany @ Palladium
10/30 @ Milan, Italy @ Fabrique
10/31 @ Zurich, Switzerland @ Halle 622
11/02 @ Vienna, Austria @ Gasometer
11/03 @ Berlin, Germany @ Uber Eats Music Hall
11/05 @ Amsterdam, Netherlands @ AFAS Live
11/07 @ Paris, France @ Le Zenith
11/08 @ Offenbach, Germany @ Stadthalle Offenbach
11/10 @ Manchester, UK @ Victoria Warehouse
11/11 @ Edinburgh, UK @ Usher Hall
11/14 @ Wolverhampton, UK @ Civic Hall
11/15 @ London, UK @ Royal Albert Hall
Nas is one of the names that pops into people’s heads when they are conjuring up their top five rappers of all time. Without a doubt, his sharp pen, incredible storytelling, and ear for production all help make him of one of the treasures of the genre. Today marks the start of his legendary 30-year career, when he dropped almost undoubtedly the greatest debut hip-hop LP, Illmatic. We wanted to go back in time and revisit “N.Y. State of Mind,” which is widely viewed at Nas at his peak.
Famously produced by another fellow icon, DJ Premier, it is viewed as one of the most recognizable beats in rap. The incredible East Coast, boom bap production synchronizes perfectly with the keys used. Nas spoke on the creation of “N.Y. State of Mind” about eight years ago and what it meant to him. “The music just spoke to the people that needed to know what was in my head and what it was like in the minds of everybody in New York at that time—that’s what I thought.”
Besides the song being a face of the over 50-year old genre, it was just an incredible feat period. He was just 20 years old and the first verse was something that just came naturally to him. In an interview with XXL, according to Genius, DJ Premier recalled one of the craziest moments he ever experienced in a recording booth. According to him, when Nas says, “I don’t know how to start this s***,” that was actually true. But Preem just told him to go in after his count. “He did the whole first verse in one take, and I remember when he finished the first verse, he stopped and said, ‘Does that sound cool?’ And we were all like, ‘Oh my God!’ It was like, I don’t even care what else you write,” Premier said.
What are your thoughts on “N.Y. State of Mind” by Nas? Is the greatest rap song in the history of the genre? Or is it the best New York rap track ever? Do you view Illmatic as the cream of the crop when it comes to debut albums? Where does it rank all time in hip-hop? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Nas. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
Quotable Lyrics:
Time to start the revolution, catch a body, head for Houston Once they caught us off-guard, the MAC-10 was in the grass, and I ran like a cheetah, with thoughts of an assassin Picked the MAC up, told brothers “Back up!” — the MAC spit Lead was hittin’ n****s, one ran, I made him back-flip Heard a few chicks scream, my arm shook, couldn’t look
Nas has been on a creative high recently. The rapper’s collaborations with Hit-Boy has reinvigorated his career and proved that he’s more lyrical than ever. His relevancy is such that he doesn’t have to rely on his old catalog to attract listeners. Unless, of course, the album in question is Illmatic. The 1994 classic will always be Nas’ high-water mark, and the rapper chose to reflect on the making of the album ahead of its 30th (!) anniversary.
Nas hopped on Instagram to post throwback photos of the men who helped shape his project. The photos are grainy, which the rapper alludes to in the beginning of his caption, but the faces are so iconic that they’re recognizable anyway. Nas can be seen standing alongside New York legends like Pete Rock, DJ Premier, Large Professor, LES and Q-Tip. The second photo sees Nas post up next to his friend and Illmatic‘s lone feature, AZ. “Grainy pictures for grainy times,” the Queens emcee wrote.
“I had a dream I could get my favorite producers to produce on my debut album,” Nas continued in the caption. “I knew exactly what I wanted and how it should be. On April 19 we smashed s**t. Even tho the album leaked months before the release date we still are apart of music history.” The “One Love” rapper then proceeded to shout out each of the men pictured. “Thank you to everyone involved,” he added. “Friday is the albums 30th. 2 The Listeners- ONE LOVE.”
Nas has had to contend with every subsequent release of his being compared to Illmatic, but the rapper actually feels like the album has transcended his catalog. He views it as a separate entity in some ways, as he told Clash in 2014. “It’s interesting because that’s bigger than me,” he asserted. “It’s something that I look at and it trips me out a little bit. I just think about it and, with certain artists that I like, I like some of their works more than the others and I only want to hear certain albums. It’s just the way things are.” Regardless of Nas’ sense of authorship, Illmatic remains his magnum opus.
Nas, a.k.a. Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, has cemented his place in the hip-hop world as one of the most influential and talented rappers of all time. The East Coast legend has successfully created a legacy that spans over three decades. Let’s delve into the factors contributing to Nas’ substantial net worth.
Nas Net Worth
With an estimated net worth of $70 million as of 2024, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Nas is one of the most successful rappers from the East Coast.
Early Life And Breakthrough
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Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1973, Nas grew up in the infamous Queensbridge housing projects, which heavily influenced his music. Nas first gained recognition in 1991 with his guest appearance on Main Source’s “Live at the Barbeque.” In 1994, he released his debut album, Illmatic. Upon its release, it immediately garnered widespread critical acclaim. These days, many consider it a classic in the hip-hop genre. This early success was just the beginning of Nas’ storied career.
Nas: Album Sales And Touring
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Throughout his career, Nas has released a total of 13 studio albums and has sold over 30 million records worldwide. His albums have consistently achieved platinum and gold status. On top of IIlmatic, he also saw great commercial success with projects like It Was Written, I Am…, and Stillmatic. Additionally, Nas has embarked on multiple headlining tours, both nationally and internationally, which have contributed to his impressive net worth.
Business Ventures And Investments
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Nas’ net worth is not solely derived from his music career; he has also been an astute businessman and investor. In 2013, he co-founded Queensbridge Venture Partners, a venture capital firm that has invested in over 100 technology startups. Some of these investments include Dropbox, Lyft, and Ring. These investments have significantly boosted his net worth over the years.
Moreover, Nas has ventured into the film industry, serving as an executive producer and narrator for the 2016 Netflix series The Get Down. Additionally, he served as an executive producer for the 2018 film Monster. He also co-owns Mass Appeal, a media company focused on urban culture. Additionally, he invested in Sweet Chick, a popular New York-based restaurant chain.
Nas: Real Estate Portfolio
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Nas’ real estate holdings are another contributing factor to his substantial net worth. In 2007, he reportedly purchased a 3,500-square-foot home in Georgia for $659,000. The property boasts five bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and a private backyard with a swimming pool. Nas also owns a mansion in Los Angeles, which he acquired in 2018 for $3.5 million.
Philanthropy
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Despite his wealth, Nas has not forgotten his roots and has consistently given back to his community. In 2013, he helped raise over $60,000 for a single father and his eight children who were left homeless after a fire. Nas is also a member of the “Global Citizen” movement, which aims to end extreme poverty by 2030.
Conclusion/TLDR
Nas’ net worth of $70 million in 2024 is a testament to his enduring impact on the music industry, savvy business acumen, and strategic investments. With a career spanning over 30 years, the East Coast legend has successfully diversified his income streams, solidifying his status as one of hip-hop’s wealthiest artists. Nas’ story is an inspiration for aspiring musicians and entrepreneurs alike, proving that with talent, hard work, and smart decisions, success is attainable.
