Instead he wanted to convey unity, explaining that the night was bigger than declaring war. Jay told the audience that he had been doing research, and while he did indeed plan to tear a few people up onstage, he thought better of it. This was two black men showing that even though they may have had a keen dislike, blatant disrespect and obvious rivalry in their past, they cannot only sidestep violence while having differences, they can work things out and even be friends down the line.īack to Jay-Z's war. Their statement was more than two of the greatest MCs making a musical and business allegiance. Although both Jay and Nas maintained their composure and avoided cheese smiles, you could tell that under the b-boy cool, they too were taken aback. The fans in East Rutherford roared like the spectators at the Roman Coliseum after a gladiator finished off an opponent. This is what Tupac and Biggie never had a chance to do. It was a moment that you've waited for for so long that while it was going down it did not seem real. It was another Jay-Z moment that you'll tell your grandkids about, a moment that you could not believe was happening though you've imagined it time and time again. Fast forward to Thursday night where the beef was killed and a new alliance took form. During 2001's Summer Jam, Jay-Z debuted "The Takeover," and he and Nas' battle was born. He did it four years ago at a similar concert, for New York radio station Hot 97. And we all know that when Jay disses you, word gets out around the globe. In 'hood speak, that means he planned to humiliate those who have angered him in front of 20,000 witnesses. The show was labeled "I Declare War." Weeks ago Jay said he was going to get onstage as headliner of New York radio station Power 105.1's Power House concert and not just give a great show with surprise guest performances from many of his friends, but he was going to "air" a few people out (see " 'I Declare War!' Jay-Z Says He's Going To Air Some Rappers Out Onstage"). Jay-Z and Nas united onstage at the Continental Airlines Arena, embracing each other and performing together. Read through the quotes and sayings by Nas.EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Jay-Z did not deliver what he promised Thursday night - he brought much more than anyone would dare expect. We bring to you some thoughts, views and opinions by recognized artist which revolve primarily around influencing and inspiring the youth and self-empowerment. Nas is also a prudent entrepreneur who has ventured in number of start-ups ranging from technology to online retail and from restaurants to job placements. He is termed as a magician creating magnetism with music and lyrics. He has been credited by ‘Billboard’ amongst the ’10 Best Rappers’ and Nas has topped the list of ’50 Greatest MCs’ by for two consecutive years.
From his debut album ‘IIImatic’ to almost all his albums till date have been glorified as a ‘piece of perfection’ and considered to be a ‘classic work’. He has given eight consecutive multi-platinum and platinum albums, selling approximately 25 million records across the globe.
Nasir Bin Olu Dara Jones, popularly known by namesake Nas, is a distinguished American record producer, hip-hop recording artist, entrepreneur and actor.