I think it's harder to make a classic now, not because of what people say, but because artists now are so concerned with what people say.
NasWhen I write a story, I just wanna tell you what's in my head. It can come from real life and then turn into fantasy, stuff just rhyming. And write about what you know. I just like to tell stories that have not been told or [told] from my perspective.
NasPeople afraid of criticism but I always put myself in a sacrificial position,they been know I ain't just rappin for fame
NasI talk about Africa and its meaning, being the birthplace of man and all that great history that's been erased and even hidden. I think it's my duty to be proud and to bring about the conversation that allows us to talk about the great history of my people.
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