Nas (Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones)

Full Name

Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones

Date of Birth

September 14, 1973

Place of Birth

Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Date of Death

Not available

Place of Death

Not available

Education

Not available

Spouses Names

  • Married to Kelis (2005; div. 2010)

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Nas, born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, is an American rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur, and investor, widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. He emerged from the Queensbridge housing projects in Queens, New York, and began his musical career in the early 1990s. Nas’s debut album, “Illmatic” (1994), received universal acclaim and is considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever. His subsequent albums, including “It Was Written” (1996) and “Stillmatic” (2001), have also received critical and commercial success. Nas’s music is known for its lyrical depth, storytelling, and social commentary, addressing issues such as urban poverty, politics, and African-American culture. He has sold over 30 million records worldwide and has received numerous awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album for “King’s Disease” in 2021.In addition to his music career, Nas has ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “Belly” (1998). He is also an entrepreneur through his own record label, serves as associate publisher of Mass Appeal magazine, and is the co-founder of Mass Appeal Records. Nas’s influence extends beyond music, as he has become a cultural icon and a voice for social justice