Nas displays complex lyricism with his “N.Y. State of Mind” over a track from Gang Starr’s DJ Premier. The chorus samples a Rakim line from the track “Mahogany,” which is fitting since...

" N.Y. State of Mind " is a single by American rapper Nas from his debut studio album Illmatic (1994). The song's production was handled by DJ Premier who sampled two jazz songs: "Mind …

Not only did it establish Nas as the Best Rapper Alive in 1994, but it also raised the stakes for hip-hop production, lyrical technique, content, and overall artistic ambition.

Nas "N.Y. State Of Mind": Yeah, yeah Ayo, Black—it's time, word (Word, it's time, man) It's time, man (Aight, man, begin) Yeah...

NY State of Mind Lyrics by Nas from the The Best of Nas album- including song video, artist biography, translations and more: Yeah yeah aiyyo black it's time (word?) (Word it's time nigga?)

Dec 29, 2023 · When Nas released ‘N.Y. State of Mind’ from his iconic debut album, ‘Illmatic,’ in 1994, he wasn’t just dropping a track; he was painting a visceral portrait of urban life in New …

New York state of mind, baby (Oh, yeah!) Fuck you! We run you outta N.Y, you can't live. The sequel to the classic opener off Illmatic. A mellow Preemo instrumental immerses you in Nas'...

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Mar 26, 2023 · In this article, we explore the creative process behind the creation of the 1994 East Coast classic 'N.Y. State Of Mind' by Nas, from his iconic 'Illmatic'.

Provided to YouTube by Columbia N.Y. State of Mind · Nas Illmatic ℗ 1994 Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment Released on: 1994-04-19...