Tyler, the Creator interviews Nas for XXL, celebrating Nas' 20-year career

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

With his tenth album, Life is Good, on the way, Nas is still one of the most-prominent rappers in the game. Twenty years ago, Nas first began seriously rapping. Recently, Nas discussed all of this with XXL magazine, interviewed by Tyler, the Creator.

Tyler, the Creator is one of the brightest new stars in the rap game. His dominance has just started, as he is only twenty, himself. During his interview with Nas, Tyler had several questions for personal reasons. As a rapper, it is a great opportunity to speak with someone who has been rapping as long as you have been living.

A major Nas fan, Tyler, the Creator talked with him about a number of topics. Tyler, the Creator told Nas his favorite albums from him were 2002 God's Son and 2004's Street's Disciple. Because Nas, Eminem, Jay-Z, and Snoop Dogg all started a twenty years old and have remained in the game, Tyler says he questions if he, too, can last for well over a decade and a half. Nas told Tyler, the Creator he definitely could last that long in the game.

When Tyler, the Creator asked Nas if he was happy, Nas told him his album is titled Life is Good, but if he could change one thing, he would have his children living with him. Nas has two children, a daughter, who was one topic in his legendary feud with Jay-Z, and a son with Kelis. For a few years, Nas and Kelis were married and their son was the product of their marriage. Shortly after his birth, Nas and Kelis' marriage fell apart and she was awarded primary custody over the child.

Nas said, aside form his children not being with him, life is indeed good, though.

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Nas' official video for "Nasty" coming tomorrow

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Earlier this year, Nas made his solo return to the game. Fans last heard solo music from Nas in 2008. After a three year hiatus, he returned with his song, "Nasty." The song did enough to get Nas' name back out there, but the song faded.

During the summer, Nas announced his album would soon be coming. His tenth release will likely be called Life is Good and is set for a fall release. Back in August, Nas filmed the official video for "Nasty," saying it would be out soon.

Two months have passed and the video for "Nasty" has yet to come out. With the fans patiently waiting, Nas announced his single would be released tomorrow. Opting to not premiere it on a network or website, Nas is debuting the video on his own site.

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Nas says Hip Hop needs more songs like "Nasty"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The last time fans had heard anything new from Nas, aside from his work with Damian Marley, was in 2008. The final single released from Untitled was "Make the World Go Round." Patiently, fans waited on more Nas music.

Nas wanted to return last year with a second edition of his compilation, The Lost Tapes. However, due to issues with his label, Def Jam, things were put on hold. After holding out for so long, Nas began recording his next album.

Currently in the studio, Nas announced his latest solo album would be called Life is Good. Earlier this year, the first single off the album leaked. The single, "Nasty," has become a critical success.

After being out for months, now the radio is beginning to pick "Nasty" up. During a recent discussion with MTV News, Nas said he would like more songs like "Nasty" to be out. A video was shot for the song a little over a month ago. While the video has been completed, it has been delayed with no set release date. The video may be delayed, but Nas said it will be coming soon and the fans will love.

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Nas writing "It Ain't Hard to Tell" memoirs

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

While working on Life is Good, Nas has other projects in the works. Aside from the new music, Nas is ready to have his words written for the world to read. Nas has jumped into the book frenzy, working on his It Ain't Hard to Tell memoirs.

Nas will be working with Toure on the book. The book will be published by HarperCollins, who announced Toure would be working with him. There has not been any other news released about the book.

Other artists who have penned books include Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Jadakiss, Common, and Foxy Brown. Nas joins a smaller crowd of rappers who have written biographies.

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Nas talks "Lost Tapes 2" and "Life is Good"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year, Nas had plans to release a second installation of his 2002 album, The Lost Tapes. However, Def Jam would not allow him to release the album. Frustrated, Nas scrapped the album and began working on Life is Good.

During the spring, Nas discussed his Life is Good album, explaining the title. After being out of touch for a few months, the Queens rapper resurfaced with "Nasty," with the video only days away. Now, Nas is hoping for a collaboration with Scarface on the album.

Aside from Life is Good, Nas said he still may consider working on The Lost Tapes 2. If he completes Life is Good in time, Nas said he may make it a double album, including the new Lost Tapes album in the package.

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Nas ft. Keyshia Cole - "More Than I Can Say"

Mr. Life is Good is back to work on his new album. While Nas will likely name his album, Life is Good. Preparing to release his album sometime before the end of this year, Nas has teamed up with Keyshia Cole.

Nas and Keyshia Cole have teamed up for a new record, which will likely be a release off the Life is Good LP. The song is titled "More Than I Can Say."

Listen to "More Than I Say" by Nas ft. Keyshia Cole below:

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Nas prepares "Life is Good" for September release, may Change Title

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Recently, Nas released "Nasty," the first single off his new album, Life Is Good. The single is only a sample of what the full album will be like. After being off for three years, Nas has a lot to prove.

Nas sat down to discuss his upcoming album with popular personality, Funkmaster Flex. While Nas wants to release his album in September, he is considering a new title. Currently, he is celebrating his success, but does not want to boast.

During the interview, he also explained why it has been three years since he last released an album. Nas said he decided to take a small break. But, when he was ready to record another album, he had to begin negotiations.

Overall, Nas took three years off, but he is now ready to come back. In September, the Nas comeback will be complete.

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Nas - "Nasty"

Returning to the game, Nas is preparing the first official single off his Life is Good album. Three years have passed since Nas' last release and he cannot wait to give the people what they want again.

There has been much discussion about Nas' new music. A small dispute with his label, Def Jam, led to Nas scrapping The Lost Tapes 2. With this, he announced a new single, "Nasty."

Now, the official version of "Nasty" has leaked.

Listen to "Nasty" by Nas below:

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