Nas

“In 2002 Nas reflected, ‘I make money from what I do, and it's God's gift. I didn't get in the business just to make a million or two billion overnight. There's nothing wrong with that, but I don't care. I just love the music and enjoying my life at the same time. I love rap more than being a star in rap.’ Since his landmark solo debut, 1994's ‘Illmatic’ (recently reissued in a commemorative 10th-anniversary 2 CD set), Nas has been a star, yet - more importantly - he's been a lyrical standard-setter and visionary. For over 10 years, Nas has steadfastly elevated his game, broadened his perspective and refused to allow success to mute his revolutionary message of faith, the streets, family, retribution, intelligence and rap's ultimate power.” For more info on Nas, visit www.iamnas.com.