Nas.
American rapper (born 1973)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 24
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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A retrospective analysis highlights Nas, Snoop Dogg, and Tom Petty as serious lyrical benchmarks and successful musical archetypes.Some support1 report
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A film project is underway where Snoop Dogg provides original music, Nas executive-produces, and Ari Millen stars as the ice cream driver.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A concert was held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on August 1, 2026, featuring Jon Batiste, Nas, and Anok Yai.Some support1 report
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The BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles.Some support3 reports
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Roc-A-Fella Records, involving key figures like Jay-Z and Nas, began operations from the Harlem neighborhood, serving as A&R and manager for the label.Some support2 reports
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Alicia Keys, Beyoncé, and Nas performed as featured guests and encore performers on a tour.Well supported7 reports
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Timbaland produced early hits for Missy Elliott, Ginuwine, and Nas.Some support1 report
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Nas and Jeezy collaborated on the song "My President."Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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A collection of tributes to Lauryn Hill from various artists, including Nas, Doechii, and Queen Latifah, who performed at the BET Awards and in other capacities.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Multiple artists, including John Mayer, Nas, Stevie Wonder, and Lauryn Hill, were featured on a music playlist.Some support1 report
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Nas has partnered with Eli Roth to serve as executive producer for a film production.Some support1 report
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Nas's music is described as a portrait of environment shaping consciousness, emerging from Queensbridge.Some support1 report
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Around Nas this week
News at the entities that move Nas most-
New York Shared contextState data drives calls for stronger regulations regarding the use of data in New York.Moves Nas
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Jay-Z OperationalRick Rubin, Jay-Z, and Marquis transformed the concept of '99 Problems' in a new track.Moves Nas
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Eli Roth OperationalEli Roth and Bill Skarsgård are involved in new projects for Netflix and HBO, including the HBO series 'It: Welcome to Derry'.Moves Nas
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Cole TransactionalCole's 2014 musical activities included collaborations with TLC, Drake, Missy Elliott, and Kendrick Lamar, and influences from Jay-Z and Eminem.Moves Nas
Connections
The 21 strongest of 24, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Broadcast Music, Inc. Transactional
BMI formally recognized Nas with the Icon Award.
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Jay-Z Operational
Nas and Jay-Z maintain an active professional relationship through shared stage performances and collaborations.
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Memphis Bleek Operational
The entities actively collaborated as musical peers, performing together on tracks, medleys, and tours.
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Timbaland Transactional
Timbaland provided hip hop track production services for Nas's work.
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Beyoncé Operational
The two entities shared a stage presence during a residency, indicating a functional co-performance relationship.
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Roc-A-Fella Records Operational
The relationship is characterized by competitive tension stemming from early industry discussions.
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Eli Roth Operational
Nas serves as an executive producer and partner in film production with Eli Roth.
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Jeezy Transactional
Nas and Jeezy collaborated on the song "My President."
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Lauryn Hill Transactional
Nas and Lauryn Hill have collaborated on multiple musical projects and performances.
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Remy Ma Operational
Remy Ma performed a lyrical feature over a classic track by Nas.
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Eminem Operational
Nas and Eminem share professional roots, including shared stage performances and mutual artistic influence.
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New York Shared context
New York serves as the cultural and geographic backdrop that informs Nas's artistic output.
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Douglass Park Shared context
Nas was observed participating in a festival held at Douglass Park.
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Snoop Dogg Operational
Both Nas and Snoop Dogg are recognized as serious lyrical benchmarks within their field.
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Stevie Wonder Mentioned together
Both artists were featured together on a music playlist.
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Jason Reyes Mentioned together
A is associated with a school that displays B's message, indicating a co-mention through shared cultural context.
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Cole Transactional
Cole, viewed as a specific entity, sent an apology to Nas on December 11, 2014.
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New Jersey Transactional
Nas was present in New Jersey for a concert on August 1, 2026.
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Queensbridge Shared context
A is a biographical context from which B emerged.
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Los Angeles Shared context
Nas is associated with the cultural context of Los Angeles, where industry events take place.
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Martha Diaz Mentioned together
No evidence provided linking the two entities.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
3 events- Remy Ma collaborates with Millyz and speaks to Complex, while Nicki Minaj's album topped Billboard 200.
- Complex published reviews on early work, noting that Dr. Dre's demeanor influenced his image, and that Nas and AZ were key influences on his style.
- A new principal is serving at an NYC school that is featuring a message from Nas.
August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
6 events- A film project is underway where Snoop Dogg provides original music, Nas executive-produces, and Ari Millen stars as the ice cream driver.
- The BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles.
- Roc-A-Fella Records, involving key figures like Jay-Z and Nas, began operations from the Harlem neighborhood, serving as A&R and manager for the label.
- Alicia Keys, Beyoncé, and Nas performed as featured guests and encore performers on a tour.
- Timbaland produced early hits for Missy Elliott, Ginuwine, and Nas.
- Nas and Jeezy collaborated on the song "My President."
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June 2026
4 events- A collection of tributes to Lauryn Hill from various artists, including Nas, Doechii, and Queen Latifah, who performed at the BET Awards and in other capacities.
- Multiple artists, including John Mayer, Nas, Stevie Wonder, and Lauryn Hill, were featured on a music playlist.
- Nas has partnered with Eli Roth to serve as executive producer for a film production.
- Nas's music is described as a portrait of environment shaping consciousness, emerging from Queensbridge.