It Was Written (LP)

 
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Nas
It Was Written (LP)

[ Columbia / 2 LP ]

Release Date: Friday 21 August 2026

Celebrate the legacy of Nas with the vinyl release of It Was Written, his influential 1996 album. This polished follow-up to Illmatic showcases a cinematic soundscape, largely crafted by the Trackmasters with contributions from DJ Premier and Havoc.

The album features standout tracks like the chart-topping "If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)" featuring Ms. Lauryn Hill, the introspective "Street Dreams," and the poignant "The Message."

With its lush production and thought-provoking lyrics, It Was Written solidified Nas's statue as a lyrical genius and influenced countless artists.

Tracks:

A1. Album Intro
A2. The Message
A3. Street Dreams
A4. I Gave You Power
B1. Watch Dem Niggas
B2. Take It In Blood
B3. The Set Up
C1. Black Girl Lost
C2. Suspect
C3. Shootouts
C4. Nas Is Coming
D1. Affirmative Action
D2. Live Nigga Rap
D3. If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)
D4. Silent Murder