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 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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Behind the Scenes: Nas - "Nasty"

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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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