Nas.
American rapper (born 1973)
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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A new principal is serving at an NYC school that is featuring a message from Nas.Some support1 report
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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
Gone quiet
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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
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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 contextMultiple states, including Hawaii, New York, Florida, Alaska, Ohio, and Colorado, were reported as affected on October 23, 2026.Moves Nas
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Jay-Z OperationalPuck reported on Jay-Z's Super Bowl performance, noting Roc Nation's management and his history with Beyoncé and Brooklyn.Moves Nas
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Beyoncé OperationalDonald Trump is reportedly seeking Nicki Minaj to help improve the image of a political festival, while different artists appeal to various bases.Moves Nas
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Cole TransactionalCole and Todd Blanche attended a meeting in Luzerne County on October 19, 2026.Moves Nas
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Eminem OperationalEminem and Kid Rock collaborate on an album while Eminem faces public criticism from Donald Trump and on Instagram.Moves Nas
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Nigeria OperationalA program involving Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia is underway, with Makerere University participating.Moves Nas
Connections
The 24 strongest of 27, 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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Eli Roth Operational
Nas serves as an executive producer and partner in film production with Eli Roth.
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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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Nigeria Operational
Nas is noted for strengthening Nigeria's scientific community.
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Lauryn Hill Transactional
Nas and Lauryn Hill have collaborated on multiple musical projects and performances.
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Jeezy Transactional
Nas and Jeezy collaborated on the song "My President."
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Remy Ma Operational
Remy Ma performed a lyrical feature over a classic track by Nas.
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Stevie Wonder Mentioned together
Both artists were featured together on a music playlist.
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Eminem Operational
Nas and Eminem share professional roots, including shared stage performances and mutual artistic influence.
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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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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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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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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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Slick Rick Mentioned together
Nas expressed admiration for Slick Rick in a published article.
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Antara Transactional
Nas had a specific conversation with Antara regarding a case.
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New Jersey Transactional
Nas was present in New Jersey for a concert on August 1, 2026.
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Martha Diaz Mentioned together
No evidence provided linking the two entities.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 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 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 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."
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.