Nas — It Was Written LP

Widely regarded as one of hip-hop’s defining albums, It Was Written saw Nas expand his cinematic storytelling, sharp lyricism, and mafioso-inspired themes while cementing his place among rap’s greatest artists. Building on the foundation of Illmatic, this sophomore classic balances street narratives with introspective writing and polished production.

Featuring timeless tracks like “If I Ruled the World (Imagine That),” “Street Dreams,” “The Message,” “Affirmative Action,” and “I Gave You Power,” It Was Written remains an essential record for every serious hip-hop vinyl collection.