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Queensbridge, New York (1994 – present)
Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, born September 14, 1973 in Queensbridge, New York, and more known commonly as Nas (formerly Nasty Nas and Nas Escobar), is a prominent American MC. The son of jazz musician Olu Dara, he was raised in the infamous Queensbridge housing projects in New York City. His debut album Illmatic, released in 1994, was a critically acclaimed bestseller and is widely considered one of the greatest rap albums of all time. He married R&B singer Kelis in 2005, they have one son together, and she filed for divorce on the 29th of April 2009. Nas was also a part of hip hop supergroup The Firm, which released one album.
In the years following the release of Illmatic, Nas pursued a more commercial direction, which resulted in wider success but decreased artistic credibility among critics and hip-hop purists. Furthermore, Nas’ increased commercial success was accompanied by stylistic changes that fostered accusations of “selling out”. Nevertheless, the LP Stillmatic is often credited for restoring Nas’ credibility among fans. Since the success of Stillmatic, Nas continues to maintain a high profile within the hip hop community, and has pursued a decidedly progressive and personal aesthetic. While Nas’ current artistic direction differs greatly from his most successful work, it has ensured that he remains one of the most respected and acclaimed contemporary rappers.
1973–1992: Childhood and early career
Nas was born in Brooklyn, New York, as the elder of Olu Dara and Fannie Ann Jones’s two children; his brother Jabari (nicknamed “Jungle” because he was born in the Congo) is the younger of the two. The family lived for a time in Brooklyn, before moving to Queensbridge, the largest public housing project in the United States.
In the years following the release of Illmatic, Nas pursued a more commercial direction, which resulted in wider success but decreased artistic credibility among critics and hip-hop purists. Furthermore, Nas’ increased commercial success was accompanied by stylistic changes that fostered accusations of “selling out”. Nevertheless, the LP Stillmatic is often credited for restoring Nas’ credibility among fans. Since the success of Stillmatic, Nas continues to maintain a high profile within the hip hop community, and has pursued a decidedly progressive and personal aesthetic. While Nas’ current artistic direction differs greatly from his most successful work, it has ensured that he remains one of the most respected and acclaimed contemporary rappers.
1973–1992: Childhood and early career
Nas was born in Brooklyn, New York, as the elder of Olu Dara and Fannie Ann Jones’s two children; his brother Jabari (nicknamed “Jungle” because he was born in the Congo) is the younger of the two. The family lived for a time in Brooklyn, before moving to Queensbridge, the largest public housing project in the United States.
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Shoutbox
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mch1c wrote:
@Aardvarked - what? The photo is not real, therefore it shouldn't be his default pic (The bridge pic that's like the second on the first page).
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mch1c wrote:
http://www.last.fm/music/Nas/+images/38496841 Vote Up!
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Aardvarked wrote:
"Vote that photo down, its photoshopped... " LOL, oh dear.
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far7east8boy wrote:
no other..
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mch1c wrote:
Vote that photo down, its photoshopped...
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RippedtGhraphiX wrote:
Waddup Nas Nigg!!!!!!!!!! My Homie.. The Greatest forever, you are to Hip Hop what Michael Jackson was for Music
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ghostrider06 wrote:
Still can't wait for "Distant Relatives" with Damien. Nas is the G.O.A.T.!
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Wind_Ninja wrote:
One of the best rappers ever... Amazing hip-hop, just awesome.
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iheartnikes wrote:
haha, nas has been my favorite mc since i was 4 lol. this new pic is dope
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lauren4kis wrote:
elizabeth4love84@yahoo.com Hello, How are you doing?I hope all is well. My name is miss Elizabeth, i want to be your good friend please send me your email at my private box (elizabeth4love84@yahoo.com) so i will give you my picture have a nice day Yours Elizabeth
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asher810 wrote:
Greatest rapper alive, Jigga has the dough, but nas will always be the true king of NY
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PrettyLadyPR wrote:
Nas. That's all I have to say. Take it as you wish.
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maplejet wrote:
Wow, why did suddenly all of the rappers her jump in total plays?
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erroriss wrote:
new picture is retarded.
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xthebreakdownx wrote:
welcome for the new pic :D
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thority wrote:
the new pic would be a perfect cover for "blunt ashes" (off "hip hop is dead")
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Jeeenyus wrote:
I SAID I'M SITTIN HERE CHILLIN WITH THIS ROLLEY ON MY ARM
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Djordiison wrote:
Pic is dope
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zo55 wrote:
new picture is dope [2]
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prekesh wrote:
new picture is dope
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To anyone who takes the time out to read this. I'm just venting. I Thank You a million times for even giving this a glance. This isn't about my music or any music. …
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