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The Evolution of Nas
From Illmatic to Stillmatic to his new acclaimed album, Life Is Good, Nas has been one of hip hop's singular greats for two decades. We're sure Esco will be lifting a glass to that incredible accomplishment today, Sept. 14, his 39th birthday—and hoping for 39 more. Click on to follow the Queensbridge rapper's legendary life and legacy through his 39 years. —Alex Gale
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