The 7-track album was executively produced by American rapper/record producer, Kanye West who also released his highly controversial “Ye” album a while back.
The project features Kanye West, Puff Daddy, Tony Williams, The-Dream, 070 Shake, and others.
“Nasir” released on June 15 by Mass Appeal Records and Def Jam Recordings is a followup to Nas’ 2012 album christened “Life Is Good”.
The new album which is currently a topic on Twitter has caused widespread discuss with several users highly impressed by Ye’s production prowess.
#Nasir is an amazing album. @kanyewest is a legit marketing, media and musical genius! @Nas@good @PUSHA_T
It’s a @good Summer! pic.twitter.com/fRhOJHQThx
— Ebong Eka (@ebongeka) June 15, 2018
#Nasir is the epitome of greatness. The real Hip Hop in its purest form. The G.O.A.T is back ???????? Album of the year. I’m so excited about this album???????????? Thank You @Nas#EscobarReturns ????????????
— L E ♠️ N E L (@XMane305) June 15, 2018
Oh well, not everyone entirely agrees that Ye’s production skill-set fits Nas’ style of music.
Yo! stop with the celebrity worship. These KANYE beats do not fit NAS. this album sound like a bad experiment gone wrong. Bring Preemo, Large Pro and Pete back. lol #uninspired #zzzzzz
— R.A. the Rugged Man (@RAtheRuggedMan) June 15, 2018
Stream album below