Escobar Season Has Returned
Nas recently debuted a single called “Ultra Black” in preparation for his next album entitled, “King’s Disease”. “King’s Disease” is set to be released Friday August, 21 2020. This will be his 11th solo project.
Unapologetic
The Illmatic MC made headlines when he name-dropped South African rapper, Doja Cat with the line:
“We goin’ Ultra Black, unapologetically Black. Opposite of Doja Cat.”
A few weeks ago, the “Say So” star came under fire when it was leaked that she made some questionable statements about Black people in a group chat with friends. In 2015 she also released “Dindu Nuffin“ and some people interpreted as her mocking Black people’s dealings with police brutality.
https://twitter.com/barbzbussy/status/1263989479813021709?s=20
“Dindu nuffin” is a stylized version of “didn’t do nothing” popularized by the alt-right and is used to antagonize Black people who speak out against police brutality. The 24-year-old has since apologized for both mishaps. She also responded to God’s Son via Tik Tok:
https://twitter.com/onikasrules/status/1294546814348062720?s=20
Some fans have voiced their displeasure with the all-time great seemingly taking shots at Doja Cat.
https://twitter.com/helloprecis/status/1294147950852145152?s=20
Minor controversy aside, “Ultra Black” has received positive feedback and high praise on social media. Fans are excited for Nas and his new project featuring Hit-Boy.
Ultra Black
The criticism the legendary MC has received throughout his career is largely based around his beat selection. Working with Hit-Boy will no doubt silence the loud minority. Hit-Boy’s production will sure add some fire to the already sharp lyricism of the all-time great.
True Nas fans don’t seem to care, and can’t wait for the album to drop. Here’s what they are staying on social media:
https://twitter.com/KyleOfKingston/status/1294135574907904001?s=20
https://twitter.com/jesusxandretti/status/1294242148624158723?s=20
This is the best Nas has sounded in a minute. Hit Boy put the battery in the old man's back. Ultra Black is going to be my new wake up music. Got damn….!
— Keith Murphy (@murphdogg29) August 14, 2020
I can't believe Nas has gotten flack over Ultra Black with Hit-Boy. He crushed it. He kept it topical. The production is phenomenal with sprinkles of soul. What else do you want from this man?!
— Chap (@Chappquest) August 16, 2020
This will be QB Finest first release since 2018’s Nasir. “King’s Disease” will also be Nas’s second time working with exclusively one producer. Nasir was produced entirely by Kanye West.
Escobar season is well under way and hip-hop fans everywhere couldn’t be any more excited! We’re all looking forward to rocking with one of the GREATEST EVER. Peace to the God, Nas. Life is good!
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