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Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, better known as Nas, is a legendary rapper and entrepreneur. Born in Queensbridge, New York City, Nas was exposed to the world of music at an early age as his father was a jazz musician. He began writing his own rhymes as a teenager and made his debut in 1991 with the single “Halftime” on the soundtrack to the movie “Zebrahead.”

Nas’ breakthrough album, “Illmatic,” released in 1994, is widely considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. It showcased his intricate lyrical style and storytelling abilities, and solidified his status as a force to be reckoned with in the genre. Nas’ subsequent albums, including “It Was Written,” “I Am…,” and “Stillmatic,” further cemented his legacy as one of the greatest rappers of all time.

Throughout his career, Nas has collaborated with a number of influential artists, including Jay-Z, Kanye West, Damian Marley, and Lauryn Hill, among others. He was also married to singer Kelis from 2005 until 2010.

In addition to his music career, Nas has also been involved in various business ventures. He founded the record label Mass Appeal Records in 2014, and has also invested in companies such as Lyft and Dropbox. In 2020, he announced the launch of a new venture capital firm, QueensBridge Venture Partners, aimed at supporting minority-owned startups.

Outside of music and business, Nas has also been an advocate for social justice issues. He has spoken out about police brutality and racism, and has supported organizations such as the Black Lives Matter movement. Nas has also been involved in philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of the Nasir Jones Hip-Hop Fellowship at Harvard University.