Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, known professionally as Nas, is an American rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur, and investor widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time. His raw storytelling, poetic lyricism, and thought-provoking social commentary have solidified his place in hip-hop history.
Biodata
- Full Name: Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones
- Stage Name: Nas (formerly known as Nasty Nas)
- Birthdate: September 14, 1973
- Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Religion: Formerly Muslim (expressed diverse spiritual views in recent years)
Career
- Illmatic Beginnings: Exploded onto the rap scene in 1994 with his debut album "Illmatic," considered a hip-hop masterpiece.
- Continued Success: Released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including "It Was Written," "Stillmatic," and "Life is Good."
- Commercial Hits: Achieved mainstream success with songs like "If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)," "Nas Is Like," and "I Can."
- Entrepreneurship: Venture capitalist and investor, founded the record label Mass Appeal Records.
Net Worth
- Estimated Net Worth: $70 million (USD)
Social Media
- Instagram: @nas (https://www.instagram.com/nas/)
- Twitter: @Nas (https://twitter.com/nas)
Interesting Facts
- Musical Family: Son of jazz musician Olu Dara.
- Chess Enthusiast: Promotes chess to inner-city youth.
- Harvard Fellowship: Established the Nasir Jones Hiphop Fellowship at Harvard University.
Controversy
- Feud with Jay-Z: Involved in a highly publicized feud with fellow rapper Jay-Z in the early 2000s, though they later reconciled.
- Lyrical Content: Some lyrics have been criticized for misogynistic or homophobic themes, particularly in his early work.
Nas's Legacy
Nas is a pillar of hip hop, celebrated for his complex rhyme schemes, vivid imagery, and introspective exploration of social and political issues. His artistry, influence, and business ventures extend beyond music.
References
- Wikipedia - Nas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nas
- IMDb - Nas: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005253/
- Mass Appeal Records: https://massappeal.com/
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