Illmatic 25th Anniversary!!
Happy anniversary to one of the illest emcees alive! On this day 25 years ago, Nas gave a gift to hip-hop with his debut album Illmatic. I don’t think there…
Nasir “Nas” Jones arrives at a launch party for “Krucial Keys Enterprise” and KrucialKeys.com at the Tribeca Rooftop April 3, 2006 in New York City.
Photo by Scott Gries/Getty ImagesHappy anniversary to one of the illest emcees alive!
On this day 25 years ago, Nas gave a gift to hip-hop with his debut album Illmatic.
I don't think there is a more iconic album in hip-hop, aside from the Slim Shady LP.
So this got me thinking today. What is my favorite song from the album? & Where does this album rank all time for hip-hop albums ???
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