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Nas and DJ Premier's Long-Awaited Album Finally Drops
12 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Nas and DJ Premier's collaborative album was anticipated for over 30 years.
- The project was conceived 20 years prior but stars finally aligned recently.
- The album is considered a solid offering with standout tracks, though not groundbreaking.
Rap enthusiasts have been waiting over 30 years for a full-length project from the legendary duo Nas and DJ Premier, ever since their iconic collaboration on Illmatic. The anticipation for a joint album heightened over the years, especially following Premier's contributions to Nas's seminal debut. Discussions about this collaboration first surfaced around two decades ago, with the stars finally aligning recently.
The announcement of the project came at Nas's 50th birthday celebration, leading to the release of the track "Define My Name." This marks a significant moment for hip-hop, bringing together two titans of the genre for a dedicated, one-producer album, a format that has become more common in today's music scene.
While the album, titled Light-Years, delivers a solid collection of songs and includes several standout tracks that satisfy longtime fans, it may not entirely fulfill the sky-high expectations. Nevertheless, the project is a welcome addition to their discographies and potentially leaves the door open for future collaborations.
