I Was Wrong About Nas | King's Disease III Breakdown
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Жыл бұрынNas is in the midst of an unprecedented run of incredible albums.
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@djkenwon Жыл бұрын
When I heard the Five Heartbeats sampled on "Legit"...I almost walked outta work...Nas did it again💯💯
@darkfire06 Жыл бұрын
Lmao that's fucking wild, when I heard it, I stopped what I was doing and said with a stank face "wtf are they doing over there😖😌😌😌!?!?!?!??🖤💜🖤💜🐆
@chicoroze5138 Жыл бұрын
Dawg I almost passed out with that sample lol. I knew this was going to be fire.
@LTaylor8380s Жыл бұрын
@@darkfire06 😂😂😂😂 Dope !
@broadwaybiz211 Жыл бұрын
4sure
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
I just think Nas and Hitboy compliment each other so well. "Legit" is a great example.
@OLD-FRESH-FUNKY_HIPHOP Жыл бұрын
The run Nas is on will definitely be in the history books 😎
@DonBienveRosario15 Жыл бұрын
Forever
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
BIGFAX.
@h.m.5724 Жыл бұрын
*books
@thebiggerreality18 Жыл бұрын
Facctss this run will never happen again we should all cherish this
@OLD-FRESH-FUNKY_HIPHOP Жыл бұрын
@@h.m.5724 sorry grammar police let me fix that 😂
@maxlevin6167 Жыл бұрын
I know it's super early but this album is an instant classic. In 20 years people will remember this album.
@ethermac9015 Жыл бұрын
NGl I hated this album. Thought it was the worst outta all 3
@DonBienveRosario15 Жыл бұрын
@@ethermac9015 stop hating bih
@Jon804Official Жыл бұрын
@@DonBienveRosario15 telling the truth ain’t hating.. ain’t nobody saying it’s bad but KD 1,2 & Magic we’re better 🤷🏾♂️ Edit I overlooked the part when he said he hated the album… I don’t hate it I just like the others more
@iraford5788 Жыл бұрын
@@ethermac9015 good thing your opinion is in the minority and no body cares about it lmao.
@PakRT84 Жыл бұрын
KD2 (Magic) KD3 KD1 That's how it looks for me right now. KD3 is constantly great but doesn't have the same highs as KD2 for me. Magic is a bit short compared to KD3 but it was pretty awesome and basically was almost one big high.
@92euce Жыл бұрын
I've been saying, Hit-Boy and Nas, THESE TWO DONT MISS! This IS a rarity. I love it. This shit is beautiful.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
They deserved everything they've earned. This is a truly impressive run.
@thebiggerreality18 Жыл бұрын
We should all cherish this moment nas is having right now in hiphop history this run is incredible
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
BIGFAX
@KMO325 Жыл бұрын
The idea that Nas has an album of the year candidate in 2022 is wild. This has been a year for the books for Hip-Hop.
@lesleymphanga3313 Жыл бұрын
Nas still pushing 50 and he's raps still crispy 🤌🏾
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
It's beautiful to see.
@mapitizat Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan TCM x Gangsta Grillz mixtape coming soon 😂😂😂😂
@babolokimothofela2432 Жыл бұрын
Thats a bar right there....
@dangomwandira7631 Жыл бұрын
Nas should buy this line 😂
@dangomwandira7631 Жыл бұрын
KDIII MAGIC KD2 KD
@armydog20 Жыл бұрын
Bro, I was raised on nas, and because of me listening to his music growing up through out my life, inspired me to actually focus on lyrics instead of beats only, which made me excel at writing.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Nas has that effect on people. When I hear Nas I definitely feel like picking up a pen. He makes people smarter. thanks, Marshal.
@armydog20 Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan exactly, not many rappers out there, will make you start thinking creatively lyrically
@WaxPanels Жыл бұрын
Nas is on the best run of his career. He really came back and showed everyone he is not just Illmatic. Definitely in my goat list
@siddharthk9487 Жыл бұрын
True
@itwasalladream21 Жыл бұрын
Out of the 4 albums 2 were trash and magic was pretty good. This one is a classic I'd say his best and most well rounded album since it was written
@cidanarch Жыл бұрын
@@itwasalladream21 You are mentally ill if you think kd2 was trash
@Agentunderfire Жыл бұрын
@@itwasalladream21 None of them were trash try again
@radarinfinite1032 Жыл бұрын
@@Agentunderfire nah they aren't classic, KD2 is the closest but he's been consistent. They are very good if not great. He isn't missing.
@adamandeveaae8406 Жыл бұрын
Nas Is Untouchable. He is a league of his own. He can do whatever he wants with these bomb beats from Hit boy, Classics!!
@kay-uw5lt Жыл бұрын
If Kd2, 3 and magic dropped 15-25 years ago, we would be calling them some of his greatest classics.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Super BIGFAX. Thanks, Kay.
@supaman432 Жыл бұрын
That’s a fact! Nas has one of the greatest catalogs in music not just rap.
@kay-uw5lt Жыл бұрын
@@supaman432 I agree, matter of fact Its so great that a near classic album like "life is good" is hovering around the 8th to 10th spot.
@th3thiiird3y3 Жыл бұрын
@@supaman432 yes but that's due to recovering within a consistent career. We forget his lackluster albums for he has plenty of solid to "classic" albums. Nas has something many GOATs lack - *volume* .
@alonzox5420 Жыл бұрын
On “WTF SMH” NaS says “The mic still smokin', I ain't once go hoarse” this bar ties back to HOV’s takeover bar where Jay suggest “Horse” had a better verse than NaS on Oochie Wally. This was a slick double entendre! Another great job Justin!!! Salute
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
AWESOME ANALYSIS 🤯🤯🤯 I didn't catch that. Thank you!
@cav65 Жыл бұрын
Reach ....
@alonzox5420 Жыл бұрын
@@cav65 na it’s right there for you. Not a reach at all
@PayMeNoMind Жыл бұрын
Can’t really agree on that 1 because it wouldn’t really be anything beyond a usage of a similar sounding word, but with the use… there’s no statement or counter punch. I’d think Nas wouldn’t be satisfied with not really nailing the statement - he’s way too seasoned for that.
@nathangraham5438 Жыл бұрын
This is an unprecedented 4 album run given the time Nas and Hit Boy did it in ,where Nas is in his career and his age .Truely in rear form on 🔥🐐
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
BIGFAX. Thanks for the analysis Nathan.
@noneofyourbusiness1114 Жыл бұрын
Life is good and Nasir were also really good.
@itwasalladream21 Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't say it's unprecedented being the first 2 KD albums were very underwhelming the first was trash and the second was decent. The magic album was pretty good but had no replay value but this album is the Nas I wanted to hear A1 production and he sounds as sharp as ever lyrically.
@dwaynejpeterkin Жыл бұрын
Nas never disappoints and keeps proving the haters wrong when they say he’s down and out he comes back stronger than ever
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Great analysis, Dwayne. I agree completely. It's one of his most resolute GOAT qualities.
@RodNubianKing Жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree last time they thought he was done we got STILLMATIC, God's Son & Streets Disciple.
@dually81 Жыл бұрын
I can't say people were "haters" tho. The previous criticism of Nas was legitimate and out of love, that's why people are so happy for Nas now.
@sicelonene6319 Жыл бұрын
You are making a valid point because people have been disrespecting Nas as a rapper , by saying he is finished. I have always disagreed with that view
@cheetahluv210 Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan I am waiting for him to collaborate with j cole
@KardiFan2000 Жыл бұрын
Respect to you, Justin, for admitting that you were wrong about Nas. Takes a certain level of journalistic integrity (and humility) to admit that!
@harrymclaughlinATSPROS Жыл бұрын
yeah and I listen to you and Jude talk recklessly on his show always thinking you two got yall ears to the streets I'm proud of you because I he doesn't have an equal lyrically
@luddman77 Жыл бұрын
I can agree
@johnwerner69 Жыл бұрын
How is Nas nearly 50 and still look as young as he did in '94!?
@muleyamwiinga3988 Жыл бұрын
Must be the lotion
@jjrolltide Жыл бұрын
Black don’t crack.
@johnwerner69 Жыл бұрын
@@jjrolltide some do though.. Have you seen lil wayne?
@PakRT84 Жыл бұрын
@@johnwerner69 probably unhealthy lifestyle. Iam sure Nas is no saint either..but Wayne...
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
@@johnwerner69 💀💀💀
@damiendsoul360 Жыл бұрын
I look forward to the day that Nas will be included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The man deserves to be up there amongst the greats. His lyrical storytelling ages like fine wine.
@TheIkeman74 Жыл бұрын
There's no doubt about that. Just a matter of time
@brooklynzfinest Жыл бұрын
Far far far from the goal...just like the grammys was...don't need the johnny come latelys validations
@tebogomaphephe3470 Жыл бұрын
Ll was inducted and Nas has had more success , more albums and longvevity than LL so he will be inducted...the scary part is he aint done yet he hinted that he might do an album with Primier. God bless this man with many more years
@damiendsoul360 Жыл бұрын
@@tebogomaphephe3470 It comes down to the votes. You have to get voted to get onto the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It took LLCoolJ six times before he got inducted, and I reckon that Nas, too, has been receiving prior votes but he's yet to come through. I have faith that he will in the end.
@eugeniusgmbl Жыл бұрын
The Reminisce sample is perfect. Much respect to Hit Boy! This album is simply amazing.
@porshawalker5298 Жыл бұрын
THE ALBUM IS OUT NOW I'M GO IN GET IT I CAN GET IT FROM ANYWHERE LIKE I GO TO BEST BUY TO GET IT AND GO TARGET I'M GO TO RADIO SHACK TO GET IT AND I GO TO ANY STORE TO GET IT LIKE CIRCUIT CITY AND AND ONE IN A MALL ANY MALL TO GET THIS ALBUM NAS KING DISEASE 3 I'M GO GET ALL NAS ALBUMS SO I'M GET ALL NAS CASSETTE TAPES AND VINYL RECORDS TO.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Check this out, Analysts, Hope you enjoy this commentary on Nas' latest, King's Disease III. Four albums in 3 years, he's truly walking between the rain drops right now and I love to see it. A couple of notes: 1. Thank you to all the Analysts who've donated to the channel, helping to forward the mission each week. If you'd like to support, check this link: linktr.ee/thecompanyman 3. Here's my order for this run: 1. Magic 2. KD3 3. KD2 4. KD What's your order?
@kamau506 Жыл бұрын
KD3 Magic KD2 KD
@brianlarkins4250 Жыл бұрын
So if Magic is your favorite why you didn't cover it when it came out. Lol. KD3 is better than Magic. And Magic is 5 mic classic that yall didn't cover and completely ignored.
@kamau506 Жыл бұрын
Nas all time albums: Ill IWW Still KD3 GS Lost LIG Magic Distant I Am KD2 SD (disc 1) KD Untitled HHID Lost 2 Nasir Nastradamus SD(disc 2) Think about KD2 being 11 on your catalog!
@kay-uw5lt Жыл бұрын
Exactly like yours.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
@@brianlarkins4250 I wasn't dropping videos like this at that point in time. I wrote about it here though: www.revolt.tv/article/2021-12-28/146132/11-top-rap-albums-2021/
@Ayurveduh Жыл бұрын
Classic…. I thought Kendrick, JID and Freddie were great, but Nas just upped the ante. ❤️
@Jimmy1982Playlists Жыл бұрын
Fr, Nas is just messed up my Top 10 of the year list! 🥰 You got some great taste btw, judging from your channel 😁
@mightynas1457 Жыл бұрын
Thanks you those albums are dope...you definitely right album 🔥
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Is it your AOTY?
@Ayurveduh Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan it is actually… and I Love Kendrick’s project… I wouldn’t be mad if either one of them took home the Grammy.
@Ayurveduh Жыл бұрын
@@Jimmy1982Playlists thanks! This was a great year for hip hop!
@Jimmy1982Playlists Жыл бұрын
Couldn't be happier for Nas... no one can deny what he's done the last couple years. This is ridiculous! It's been maybe the best year for HipHop in 20 years or more, and this could definitely be AOTY. After _Magic,_ I just knew this would be a particularly special project when they announced it! 🔥🔥🔥 Now, please make that album with Preemo, Nas! 🙏🏼
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Sometimes I think about all the things Nas has overcome in his career. In that context, this is even more impressive. I mean, he nearly quit the game all together at one point. Now he's showing everyone how to do this. 4 albums in 3 years in your late 40s and at this quality level. It's all happening.
@alhassanahmed22 Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan "instead of complaining about how the younger generations don't know how to rap, Nas decided to show everyone how it's done" are my brother's words.
@seanjjpaul Жыл бұрын
This album is the definition of a classic hip hop album. It has every element and super consistent throughout!
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the analysis, Jeremy. What's your favorite track?
@seanjjpaul Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan Tough question lol I got a few, legit, thun, I’m on fire, once a man twice a child.
@Saxiiss Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan Hood2Hood
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
@@Saxiiss LOVE THAT ONE
@nathanmasi1931 Жыл бұрын
Reminisce, am on fire, Hood2Hood, thun, heck the whole joint man! There's no filler shit man
@MustachioedBear Жыл бұрын
The first time I heard Nas was my upstairs neighbor showing me The World Is Yours in the early 2000s. I have horrible memory when it comes to my childhood but I do remember my neighbor being obsessed with Nas.
@DJSkandalous Жыл бұрын
The last time someone had a run with this many classics in a row had to be DMX and Pac. But he doing this with the same team on all releases. He's doing something with this run that I don't think will ever be duplicated again. And mind you he is suppose to be considered past his prime but he is still dropping gems.
@navyvet2841 Жыл бұрын
I definitely wasn’t expecting you to make a video on this album. I think this one is the best of the 3
@Jimmy1982Playlists Жыл бұрын
Of the four?!? Maybe... it's between this and _Magic._ I gotta hear em both again...
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
@@Jimmy1982Playlists Magic is definitely my favorite. Feels like Illmatic or Lost Tapes to me but fresh for the new era.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Me too. This is definitely top two of this streak.
@navyvet2841 Жыл бұрын
@@Jimmy1982Playlists I mean of the 3 king diseases. Magic still my favorite, this one might creep up
@_thewhaat Жыл бұрын
"Superhero material, rap star status Premier album still might happen" This bar has me on a chokehold since release night
@tamarastone141 Жыл бұрын
Same here! 🤣
@markbatson3958 Жыл бұрын
The King be the King. Nas establishes himself as the long term GOAT of Hip Hop albums after this Hit-Boy run. I think I Gave You Power is the most brilliant rap song ever written, and I’m thrilled that he continues to develop his metaphorical mastery. Would love to get him and Black Thought on the same song for my next project. Peace!!! Godly work!!! 🙏🏾
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
'Preciate you, Mark. Have you ever seen a run like this from an artist this late in the game? I mean, 4 albums in 3 years is special on its own. Another Analyst mentioned how from a global perspective, when they think of Hip Hop, they think of Nas first and foremost. That was new to me.
@markbatson3958 Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan considering Nas first solo single was in 1992 and Illmatic drops in 1994, it’s an unprecedented that almost any musician would arguably be making some of their best albums 30 years after their first. Must also acknowledge that Hit Boy is a sonic genius for delivering so many great tracks to inspire the God. He blacks out on every style and made the best beat in Beyoncé’s latest album too.
@KardiFan2000 Жыл бұрын
You're one of the GOATs too, Mark! Salute 🙏🏾
@markbatson3958 Жыл бұрын
@@KardiFan2000 peace to you Will B. Smooth. And many many thanks. I need a dope four album run now though!!!!! Lol
@jaymac8421 Жыл бұрын
It’s rare that I call something an instant classic but this is one of them! Last time I called an album an instant classic was To pimp a butterfly, Nas was flexing at a very high level!
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
You definitely called TPAB correctly, JM!
@leeanthonys81 Жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with this whole statement.
@Yebra92 Жыл бұрын
Nas's album with Damian Marley "Distant Relatives" is pretty dope too.
@proudafricanamerican7586 Жыл бұрын
Ye sir reee! Straight fire
@IdeaStudioBKK Жыл бұрын
Another dope introspective piece, brother! I am a big fan of King's Disease III So far its blowing me away. It's still a bit too soon fo rme to judge where it fits in the lineup, I need to live with it for a bit. He has clearly hit an impressive stride tho. His output is next level, and as you pointed out, especially at this stage of his career.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks brother. This is just so unexpected. Not only the consistency but the prolificness. 4 albums in 3 years and at this level. It's so impressive.
@IdeaStudioBKK Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan The level is just nuts. Lucky for us!
@QuietStorm3007 Жыл бұрын
"Pushin' 50 and still sounds crispy." Nice line Justin 👍. 1. King Disease 2 2. King Disease 3 3. Magic 4. King Disease (I feel like I need to revisit this one.).
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks Muraad. Probably a good time to catch on KD for most people. I haven't haven't given it a full listen in a while myself.
@coreycole92 Жыл бұрын
King disease 1 is a great album
@EFro80sBaby Жыл бұрын
NASIR , lost tapes 2
@DJSkandalous Жыл бұрын
What's crazy is you can put these 4 in any order and we can't be mad about it. He made 4 classics so good that it's hard to make a list lol. I ranked Magic last though for me because of how short it was and the lack of promotion. Seemed like a appetizer. Also didn't have choruses or features so that is where I deducted points. I atleast like a couple nice choruses or heavy samples in the hook to break things up. But that's just personal preference. The beats and Rhymes are top notch though
@StaticD Жыл бұрын
@@coreycole92 my favorite of the series, too many hits
@ronaldbaker5201 Жыл бұрын
It's time for that Nas, AZ joint! AZ said they have 20 songs together that nobody ever heard. Nas is in the position to have them mixed and released!!
@Noneofyabusiness1 Жыл бұрын
Nas and AZ! That's whats up.
@luddman77 Жыл бұрын
Hell Yea!!! Sprinkle a little Wu-Tang in that mix!! Or a Hit-Boy produced Firm Album, done the right way
@MrD-tu3hp Жыл бұрын
It's never too late to admit when you are wrong
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
It happens to the best of us. It's all happening. Thanks, Mr. D.
@Lalaphive Жыл бұрын
MC Serch just dropped some gems on Math Hoffa's Podcast about that ownership for "Dead Presidents" everyone should check out. It definitely takes the sting out of that Jay-Z line. Jay paid Zomba for Serch and Serch also negotiated 50% ownership of the song for Nas. Basically Nas owns 50% of Dead Presidents.
@amrey3628 Жыл бұрын
Another well reasoned and measured analysis. I can't say enough about how much brothers like you are appreciated for your work & insight. As for this album (and the run Nas has been on) I am mostly in agreement with your thoughts. He seems to have found the perfect formula for engaging production, sharp & quick witted lyricism, keeping his message real or uplifting & still having that unique Nas "flavor" to it all, across these four projects. I absolutely went crazy when I heard that sample on Legit lol. Lupe Fiasco has been one of my favorite MCs for a good while now & I can seriously tell why he looks up to an artist like Nas after hearing these albums. Nas has became a diamond sharpening swords as he has gotten older & it's such a great thing for the culture as a whole. Peace Justin & much love to ya.
@androi1340 Жыл бұрын
Solid review and Questions. Might I add, it’s beautiful to see honest reporting; which speaks volumes about your objectiveness amidst still having an opinion. 🔥🔥🔥
@TrillyTrills Жыл бұрын
Nas has found the perfect collaborator. When a writer does this, it's unstoppable. That, paired with Nas finally being in a space where he has nothing else to prove has been the key. That's apparent in those "Thun" bars. Essentially admitting that Takeover is an amazing record shows how comfy and confident he is. That can be felt in the music. A reinvigorated GOAT.
@fantasythinkerfan 8 ай бұрын
Moreso admitting he still gets heated at some of the jabs Jay took on the record, not really commenting on the quality of the song.
@JT0661 Жыл бұрын
KDII was a monster. I bought the Vinyl but couldn’t bring myself to open it. That one is going in my safe. Hit and Nas are like 2000 Shaq n Kob
@devzeppilin Жыл бұрын
Most great 4-album runs in Rap come from groups: OutKast, GangStarr, De La, PE, RTJ, Roots, etc.. Despite being credited solely to Nas, this run falls in-line. “King’s Disease” is a super duo with Hit-Boy, I think anyway haha.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Great analysis.
@mr_rgp Жыл бұрын
Include Tribe in that listing.
@devzeppilin Жыл бұрын
@@mr_rgp Yes… them, EPMD, Eric B. & Rakim as well; some truly great 4-peats.
@BixbyLBC Жыл бұрын
Only thing I dont like is, I cant get my hands on a physical copy of this masterpiece. I absolutely love it, I didn't expect anything less from the GOAT. Nas is truly the best to ever do it 💯💯💯
@Lcarter52 Жыл бұрын
KD3 IS AN AMAZING ALBUM. His 4-album run with Hit-Boy has been phenomenal back to back to back. I’m glad NAS is getting his flowers. Mainstream media for whatever reason has it out for him
@spinningbackkick6021 Жыл бұрын
Hey Justin man to man.. Pause... I love you brother keep doing what you're doing.. You represent the best of us..
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thats Love!, SBK. I appreciate you brother.
@jpadaetz9501 Жыл бұрын
Big Just, great review my g! Thanks for breaking the album down and being honest. Keep up the great work. 🙏🏼🧡👊🏼💪🏽
@anthonyl.kellyakawritedisw9662 Жыл бұрын
Good seeing you brother! This is an absolute amazing breakdown. Thank you for expounding on my #1 MC’s latest project KD III. In this order, this is my ranking: Magic, KD II, KD I and KD III. This is likely to change according to how KD III grows on me.
@Franz_Morhart Жыл бұрын
The "King's Disease" album series is like fine wine: it just keeps getting better and better, The third is my favorite, but all are excellent. Nas is making the kind of music lately that make me feel lucky to be alive,
@tehndavey7565 Жыл бұрын
I'm gonna express myself. Happy to be part of the analysts. KD3 is the best for me. It takes me back to, It was Written. NAS was in his bag then. Post Illmatic, it felt like he was writing Revelations. KD3 feels like some post Revelations anthology. Hitboy cooked!@ Personally this is the AOTY. That's just my background and growing up on Nas. Kendrick and Black Thought cooked this year. But Nas had me with the mean face the whole time. Its a perfect album and I'm happy I waited this long to bump it and experience it. What a time to be alive. Peace.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Man, TD, you ain’t neva lied. Incredible year and we’re seeing some incredible things. “The things that shaped me would’ve murk’d you” YEEZUS 🔥🔥
@leonardoperez1638 Жыл бұрын
Yo love seeing this channel on the up! I see your numbers grow every episode! Keep it up man. Love the setup and love the writing! If you're not watching his videos weekly, punch yourself in the face!
@siphotac-rahsgora4981 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video this is very informative. Nas is a legend and I always never feel the same after listening to Nas' music it's life changing, I always look at life from his perspective and it's so inspiring Dope video 👌🔥
@lu.smoove Жыл бұрын
And this is the very reason i'm subbed to TCM. Great analysis, great album. Also, well done for catchin the Em flow Just...guarantee no other music journalists will get the reference. IT'S ALL HAPPENING!
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks Loux. That was one of my favorite moments. I appreciate you brother.
@lu.smoove Жыл бұрын
With the synergy him and Hit-Boy have rn it was impossible to not go 3 for 3 (4 incl Magic). I’ll be waiting for your AOTY contenders vid. I appreciate you too my g 👊🏾
@commaJim Жыл бұрын
Those beats are insane. Legit almost killed me the first time I heard that shit. Awesome video again. So fresh to see someone admit when they're wrong. Cheers, Justin!!
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jim. I think this is the best production of the KDs, easily. These two are like Kobe and Shaq.
@ebrimajallow2704 Жыл бұрын
I love the ablum....the lyricism and storytelling...what i love most about it is how the beats are reminiscent of 80s, 90s hip hop music
@Junkyard_Dawg Жыл бұрын
I would like to hear more from you, including your analysis on the Nas and Jay-Z beef. I think I saw another video of yours years ago talking about Black Thought as a rapper, and loved it.
@TeddyMacSoFly Жыл бұрын
Nas has been a top tier MC literally my entire life (I’m 30). Every time he drops it makes me pick up a pen or a beat machine and start working. Literally made 4 beats and 6 verses in the 24 hrs KD3 dropped.
@adamquenano8563 Жыл бұрын
A new Nas album and new Company man hairstyle, we are truly blessed.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
It's all happening 😂😂😂
@Go.el_Hadam Жыл бұрын
So glad you are back & posting content. #keeprealhiphopalive
@antoine1486 Жыл бұрын
I’m glad to see you came around! The media as a whole should show more respect to Nas. Too much blatant negativity has been thrown his way since ‘96.
@2k7digga Жыл бұрын
The amazing thing about Nas and this album is that even after 30 years, he’s still rapping like he has something to prove. And then pulling the J. Cole route with no features?! Come on man!!!! That’s insane that he’s still at this caliber. And the entendres that you discover with more listens, fucking incredible. Great flipping video. I’m giving you your flowers 💐 while you’re here. You’re the truth and I strive to be like you.
@2k7digga Жыл бұрын
PS: Freddie Gibbs is on a impressive run………….. just saying
@mr_rgp Жыл бұрын
Cole is just following the road NaS built, therefore making him proud.
@omeroni Жыл бұрын
I was hoping that you will talk about NAS. Thank you for the great content
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Omer. This album is great. Thank you for being apart of the community. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
@Dalin_B Жыл бұрын
Yo great attention to detail and unbiased view! I'm a new subscriber!
@cotticman Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy these breakdowns Bro!💪🏿💯
@dokksavage8286 Жыл бұрын
Man, I love your commentary on music . Nas, took his legacy to another level with this Release
@gambaboogy Жыл бұрын
"And if you haven't heard the world is yours... punch yourself in the face!" 🤣🤣
@hok627 Жыл бұрын
This video finally the push I needed to get into these 4 albums, thanks Justin. P.S. you playing GZA in chess this week?
@khalilshabazz7702 Жыл бұрын
This is why Justin shines bright! This review is top tier! Peace to Esco and thanks for the poetry all these years!
@ImJohnnyMajor Жыл бұрын
It's incredible how Nas is this far in the game and still this sharp 🙏
@navyvet2841 Жыл бұрын
I agree with your order on the 4. But I wish he kept advancing the cool album cover of kings disease 1 for all 3.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
The KD cover would make a fly all over print t shirt.
@elroiy2139 Жыл бұрын
Good to have you back just!
@EHeroClayman Жыл бұрын
When Nas said he was in rare form on KD2, I believed him. My personal 🐐 had me stank facing at work and I had chill before I got in trouble. Far as where I rank his work with Hit-Boy, I'm leaning more towards your list the more I listen to KD3. First time I heard Nas was It Ain't Hard To Tell. I was a more of a clay boy back then. Our class song was I Can and listening back to that song today at work conjured up memories of high school. Between Nas, Black Thought, Freddie, JID, Push(and if you want to include Kendrick) picking album of the year is pretty tough and we still got a month left. Great piece my brother. Good to see you're in good spirits.
@d-money_smoove Жыл бұрын
It's becoming one of my favorite the more and more I listen to it. Nas is always pushing the genre to new heights. This is what it's about.
@t-god2439 Жыл бұрын
This run is so crazy 4 straight fire albums. How does he keep doing this? I don’t have the answers 🤣 see I can do that too lol 😂
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
It's all happening 😂🙏🏿😂🙏🏿😂🙏🏿😂🙏🏿
@bl3748 Жыл бұрын
Love the breakdown. Right now I'm sitting at 1. Magic 2. KD2 3. KD3 4. KD but this album is so heavy that I'm going to have to sit with these bars for a while to digest them. Also I interpreted Nas reflecting on his beef with Hov and this album run as him still competing with Hov in a friendlier way even now. Everyone and there mama talking about Hov's verse this year and got him in their GOAT conversation while Nas got sidelined for a while. I would love to see an updated goat list for you sometime as well, if anything has changed in the last 5 or so years
@SutogoIchigo Жыл бұрын
Damn it Justin you got me again! I'm 40, and Nas has been my favorite rapper for the last 20 something years. So I was hanging on every word you were saying in this video. I respect your opinion because you are a stand-up guy and explain everything you think logically and even though I can respectfully disagree on some things, nonetheless I'll always value your perspective. At the end of the video when you ask what more does he have to prove, I'm like "yeah Jus, yeah, what does he have to prove?!" Waiting for your response like a dummy, then comes the infamous "I don't have the answer to these questions"🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 It's all happening!
@ronhawk Жыл бұрын
Nas Still putting in work. How many M.C.s or other artists can say 15 solo albums. Let alone side projects and Collabs.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Damn. Great analysis. It's wild when you say it that way. 15 solo projects in 30 years plus an incredible hit rate. 🤯
@FreeBandz100Ms Жыл бұрын
In my opinion Nas is The greatest rapper of all time that means he’s better than pac, Jay z , Biggie & Em and others. KD3 is definitely album of the year 🔥🐐
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Can't be mad at that analysis. Thanks, Godz.
@WuKongTheSunn Жыл бұрын
Hey bro love the channel. One suggestion: you're missing dmx 1st five albums platinum run
@eros-up5jg Жыл бұрын
Another great breakdown. Thank you. Nas song Beef reminds me of Lupes song Put You on Game
@nathangraham5438 Жыл бұрын
Stopped listening to Justins early on TCM content for a few yrs due to the Nas hate and jayz d riding just came back to say Nas always been the GOAT🐐 👑👑👑
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by, Nathan. What Nas is doing is deserves all the highest praise.
@kingchaos6050 Жыл бұрын
Mc Search confirmed that Hova’s line about the publishing rights to the NaS sample wasn’t accurate. NaS was making money off Hov’s music.
@KardiFan2000 Жыл бұрын
Yup, he said it in the Vlad interview.
@akingwithwords2144 Жыл бұрын
Cube had a mean 4 album run, too… “Amerikkkas Most Wanted” “Death Certificate” “The Predator” and “Lethal Injection” Per usual, your review is on point
@thekendemetrishow Жыл бұрын
Another great one from Nas Hit-Boy seems to have unlocked the thing I’ve always said was his problem: beat selection. And I agree 100% about Takeover vs Ether
@MrWharfrat05 Жыл бұрын
So pumped that Nas is dropping rapid fire classics
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@sdrice2007 Жыл бұрын
I been listening to Nas since 94/95. I been telling Nas was the best since h.s. 1999-. The rest of the world is now catching up. 🙌🏾
@elizahhoward6810 Жыл бұрын
Great topics as always
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Elizah!
@BrothaJay1975 Жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to see how many “ghost features” appear on KDIII in the form of jacked flows. You mentioned Em, but I’m sure I heard a few others (Pac, Cole, etc…)
@joemurgatroyd333 Жыл бұрын
Magic is one of my favourite. Nas is the top dog . Not just magic he comes through constantly. This new KD3 is big! One love to Nas
@scarecrowzw Жыл бұрын
You missed one, Nas has also given us God's Son! For the album run, my ratings are similar with yours!
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
BIGFAX!!! God's Son was incredible!
@mov8720 Жыл бұрын
Bigup Bro first time checking out your channel, I like your vibe can't stop laughing😂 The brother said " Nas is like half man half amazing" Peace.
@fuhyou3223 Жыл бұрын
He mentioned Junior Mafia too although I'm not too sure of the context. Super shocked by the Glorilla mention. The girl is on her way..... At first I thought the album was giving me King's Disease one vibes. I wasn't too impressed by the first one but man was I wrong on III. I put it away for a couple days but when I finished it, I was blown away. Loved everything from II on to this one. Beef was CRAZY!! I don't think Nas is retiring anytime soon but I'd be interested to know where he goes from here. I can't see him exclusively working with Hit Boy for the rest of his career but it'll be interesting to see how things unfold over the years.
@maxlevin6167 Жыл бұрын
My ranking: Kings Disease III Kings Disease II Kings Disease I Magic I like Magic, but to me it feels more like a collection of songs, a bit more lighthearted (probably easier to consume for someone who doesn't listen to Nas thatt much). While KD series have been more layered. And with each instalment it gets better.
@muleyamwiinga3988 Жыл бұрын
Magic is better than KD I...
@LTaylor8380s Жыл бұрын
Blast off! I agree with you on that order.
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Max. I think that's what I like about Magic. It reminds me of Lost Tapes or a light Illmatic. You really can't go wrong with any of these though in my opinion. Thanks for the analysis.
@qusigh Жыл бұрын
this album got me hype jumping crying with chills lol
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
ITS ALL HAPPENING!!!!
@rudy6292 Жыл бұрын
I'm happy you mentioned life is good I always thought that album doesn't get enough love
@barnfrmdabury1 Жыл бұрын
Company Man🎯💯 "Nas is pushin 50, and his mic still sounds crispy" nice bar😁😁
@SabrumBaker Жыл бұрын
This run for sure is better then any runs he’s ever had
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Agreed, Sabrum. You really can't miss with any of these four.
@kurtcloete125 Жыл бұрын
When I hear Nas rap I asked myself what argument can you even make against him being the best, I feel in terms of skill(flow and rhyming) storytelling, metaphors, he really is the greatest. Would you agree? What do you feel like is the measure for the greatest? PS my top 5 Nas, Andre3000, Jay Z, Em and Biggie, when it comes to skill I personally feel you cannot compete with them. I would love to hear your opinion @thecompanyman
@tomdeakineso9184 Жыл бұрын
It’s so beautiful to see Nas killing it like this, Nas has been my favourite rapper for the majority of my life. For him to release new music and it keeps getting better, is truly a blessing. 🙏🏽
@thevinyltruffle Жыл бұрын
On that album run thing, Billy Woods. One could argue, it started with 2012s History Will Absolve Me. Then came Dour Candy, Today I Wrote Nothing, Known Unknowns, Hiding Places, Terror Management, Brass, Athiopes and Church. Not to mention his run with his duo Arman Hammer (w/Elucid) There you have a 4 album run as well. Rome, Paraffin, Shrines and Haram. Everything dude touches turns to gold.
@PrinceMalachi7 Жыл бұрын
1. I Just put the album on and let it play. I didn't even realize there are no features on it. Not many people today can drop an album with no features and it would be dope. Rappers today can't hold your attention like that by themselves. That you shows how ill this album is. It's fire 🔥! 2. I actually agree with you I always thought the takeover was a better diss track than either. " You made it a hot line, I made it a hot song" .
@screamingeagle11b Жыл бұрын
It's crazy with each album they got better, for me this is album of the year, originally it would've been Lupe Fiasco or Jid, but Nas came in for the W
@TheCompanyMan Жыл бұрын
Thanks Curahee.
@screamingeagle11b Жыл бұрын
@@TheCompanyMan no doubt thank you for all you do!
@Roshuwah Жыл бұрын
I thought this was the best out of the trilogy for sure, but I just found out yesterday that magic came out, I totally missed that. I'm gonna punch myself in the face and listen to that! Also I appreciate you calling out life is good, I've always really liked that album. It was the first physical CD I bought!
@mondialman Жыл бұрын
Perhaps I need to listen to KD3 a little more, but as it currently stands…I’ve got KD2 as the best album of these last 4-and it is by the slimmest of margins. “EPMD2”, “Store Run”, “Moments” and “Composure” took me back to the hood in a way that I wasn’t expecting. Like Pac said on “My Block”: “I close my eyes and picture home”. That’s the impact that Nas has! ✊🏾
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