Proclamation

Nas · Untitled [2008]

This is my openin' scripture

I've been preparin' this album my whole life

Might be uncomfortable for most you listeners

Satin's bombardin' me with propositions but I decline

I started in the bridge without a pot to piss in

I overcame all the opposition

My teachers told that I'd be broken

Mayne on a cot in prison

Cloaked in the finest drapes, not Bathing Apes

But we still filthy

Supreme Court say we still guilty

This is the Genesis

And I don't even see a worthy arch nemesis

I get loose like the Jena Six

They put a noose on 'Pac

Now I'm defendin' Vick and free that nigger TIP

I'd take the grave or a bed

Then to let some dirty clan members run up in my crib

And plant cracks on the man that's goin' to church

Plants packs on the man that's goin' to work

And build cases

Meanwhile they daddies and they brothers is recruitin'

All my brothers and cousins to fill bases

The nerve of y'all to call Escobar racist

Nigger, nigger, nigger, nigger, nigger, nigger hatred

Proclamation - Nas

Nas delivers a commanding performance on 'Proclamation,' a standout track from his 2008 album 'Untitled.' Rooted in the gritty streets of Queensbridge, the song exemplifies his signature blend of lyrical precision and atmospheric production. Released during a period where Nas returned to his East Coast hip-hop foundations, the recording reflects his deep commitment to storytelling and social commentary. The track stands as a testament to his enduring influence on the genre, showcasing his ability to craft complex narratives that resonate with listeners while maintaining the raw energy that defined his earlier work. It remains a pivotal piece in his discography, capturing the essence of his artistic evolution in the late 2000s.