00:00Nas and DJ Premier reveal tracklist for Lightyear's album
00:04Hip-hop does not get many moments like this anymore, and when Nas and DJ Premier announced the long-anticipated Lightyear's for December 12th, the rap world lit up instantly.
00:15Nas and DJ Premier are two of rap's most respected names, and their rare chemistry has shaped classic hip-hop for more than 30 years.
00:23Fans have asked for a Nas and Premier album since the late 90s, and Lightyear's finally answers that long-running request.
00:31The album features 15 tracks that balance new material with the classic textures of DJ Premier's production, as Nas' storytelling and delivery keep it both nostalgic and timeless.
00:43Each track brings its own story.
00:44The duo's legacy spans NY State of Mind, Memory Lane, Represent, I Gave You Power, and Nas' Like, making this complete project feel like an event, not just an album.
00:56It honors classic hip-hop, Premier's authenticity, and Nas' lyricism bring warmth and rawness, without sounding dated.
01:05It speaks to today's hip-hop landscape.
01:07Nas' recent run shows adaptability that bridges generations, and Lightyear's continues that bridge.
01:12It celebrates craft.
01:15In a fast, algorithm-driven era, this album focuses on quality over quick hits.
01:20The official drop date is December 12th, positioning a Nas and DJ Premier joint release as a major highlight for rap in 2025.
01:29Their impact lives in playlists, documentaries, and classrooms, with albums like Illmatic defining lyrical hip-hop, and Lightyear's adds another chapter to that growing influence.
01:38The announcement ignited social media with relief, joy, and nostalgia, from fans who have waited more than 20 years.
01:46More than a release, the new Nas and DJ Premier album is a celebration of hip-hop history, and a promise of future inspiration, with 15 songs, a feature from AZ, and a December 12th date.
01:57For fans, the wait is over, and for new listeners, this is a chance to experience a landmark rap collaboration.
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