The Don
Nas
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New York girl, dem a mad over we New York girl, dem a mad over we New York girl, dem a mad over we New York girl, dem a mad over we Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Inna New York City, inna New York City Inna New York City, inna New York City Smoking a escubano, guzzle my second bottle Hope I don’t catch a homo, grossing our net Simultaneously making me climb higher Heinous crimes behind me, search but can't find me F*ck sadness, had this been you having this lavish Habitual happiness at me you wouldn’t look backwards You would have sex on condominium roof decks So anyone move next, I'll hit you with two Tecs Rocking Roberto Cavalli no shirt on convertible Mazy My Colombiana mommy riding beside me Every tat mean something, that’s my word on my body I’ll have to lean something wit that Mossberg shotty My niggas is ignant, put lead in yo pigment Just cuz y'all was mad at all the years I was getting it In 97 the six, 98 the Bentley Now it’s the Ghost Phantom and y'all can't stand 'em but Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Inna New York City, inna New York City Inna New York City, inna New York City Yeah, army jacket swag, Army jacket green and black With the square top pocket that snaps, where the gas at? Pass that, not you, you hold cracks in your ass crack I never did that, my sock's where my stash was at Yo, I used to listen to that Red Alert and Rap Attack I fell in love with all that poetry I mastered that Cutting school with Preme team, the Fat Cat was at Future not crystal clear yet Baccarat Now I'm the one who reppin' Queens, way beyond your wildest dreams Bottles on bottles with sparklers surround my team That long cash get the baddest bitches out they jeans 20 years in this game, looking 17 I don’t lean, no codeine, promethazine I just blow green, pick which bitch to bless the king Although he’s on to another chapter Heavy D gave this beat to Salaam for me to rap to, rah Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Inna New York City, inna New York City Inna New York City, inna New York City New York is like an Island, a big Rikers Island The cops be out wilin', all I hear is sirens It's all about surviving, same old two step Try to stay alive when they be out robbin' I been out rhymin' since born knowledge Like prophet Muhammad said the ink from a scholar Worth more than the blood of a martyr So I'ma, keep it on 'til I see a billion dollars Keep your friends close and your enemies closer Love model chocha mommy pop it like she 'pose ta Eyes red shot like I'm never sober Big time smoker, Indonesian doja Mini me's you can hold up before you end up wet up from my soldiers Don shit, under fire I remain on some calm shit This for every ghetto in the hood Nas the Don, Super Cat the Don Dada, understood? Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don, Nas the Don Inna New York City, inna New York City Inna New York City, inna New York City
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Written by: A. MARAGE, DWIGHT MYERS, ERNEST CLARK, MARCOS PALACIOS, NASIR JONES, NKRUMAH THOMAS, SALAAM REMI, WILLIAM MARAGH
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"The Don" by Nas belongs to the hip-hop genre, where the artist is known for his prolific contribution.
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Album InclusionThe song is a part of the Nas album "Life is Good," which was released in 2012.
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Charting and Reception"The Don" made it to the 94th spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also made it to the 33rd spot on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) category.
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Music ProducerThe song was produced by three renowned names in the music industry: Da Internz, Salaam Remi, and the late Heavy D.
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Song SampleIt samples a song called “Dance inna New York” by the '80s reggae artist Super Cat.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Don" was directed by Aristotle, featuring Nas in various settings inspired by New York City.
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Social CommentaryAs with most of Nas's music, "The Don" also carries some social commentary where he reflects on various cultural aspects.
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Award Nominations"The Don" was nominated for Best Rap Performance at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.
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LegacyAlthough it didn't reach the top of the charts, "The Don" is still considered one of the standout tracks in Nas's discography due to its strong lyrics and unique musical production.
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Personal TributeIn the song, Nas pays tribute to Heavy D who had a crucial role in his early music career. His unexpected death occurred while they were working on the song.
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Critical AcclaimOn multiple occasions, "The Don" has been critically acclaimed for its classic New York hip-hop sound and Nas's exceptional lyricism.
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Track LengthThe official duration of "The Don" is 3 minutes and 2 seconds.
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