Nas has once again reiterated his desire to collaborate with Kendrick Lamar, highlighting the respect both artists hold for each other in the hip-hop community. During an interview with Complex on October 15, the legendary rapper revealed his thoughts on the possibility of joining forces with Kendrick. “Oh man, you know, it’s just all about the artist. When you get the chance to record and work together, it should feel really natural, and you know that would be great,” Nas stated. He emphasized the importance of taking time to craft a meaningful collaboration, saying, “Anything I do with anybody, especially someone like him, I just want to take my time with.”
Nas, who is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated album “Legend Has It,” set to drop in December and produced entirely by DJ Premier, expressed hope that Kendrick would consider working with him. Their longstanding admiration for each other is well-documented; Kendrick has often credited Nas as a major influence in his career and has referred to him as a “North Star” for hip-hop.
In addition to their mutual respect, it is worth noting that Kendrick has mentioned Nas in several of his songs, including “Wacced Out Murals,” showcasing the artist’s significant impact on Kendrick’s artistic development. Despite not yet having collaborated, the two have maintained a supportive relationship, with Nas publicly congratulating Kendrick on his Super Bowl halftime performance.
As fans eagerly await new music from both artists, the possibility of a collaboration between Nas and Kendrick Lamar continues to spark excitement and hope for what could be a powerful coming together of two rap icons.