Nas Changes Controversial Album Title

May 23rd, 2008 | Posted in Celebrity News, Music News | Print This Article

Nas & Rev. Al Sharpton
In the face of mounting controversy, rap star Nas has decided to change the name of his next album from “Nigger” to “Nas.” The Queensbridge rapper released following statement:

“It’s important to me that this album gets to the fans. It’s been a long time coming. I want my fans to know that, creatively and lyrically, they can expect the same content and the same messages.

“It’s that important. The streets have been waiting for this for a long time. The people will always know what the real title of this album is and what to call it.”

Reverend Al Sharpton, one of hip-hop’s harshest critics, was pleased to hear that Nas decided against calling his new album “Nigger.” The civil rights activist released the following statement:

“I have a lot of respect for Nas. I liked what he said about Sean Bell. We have a fundamental disagreement on this. He can rap against me. I’ll preach against them. We’re still friends.

“This proves that record companies and distributors realize that the community will not allow companies to profit from denigrating us and polluting the minds of our youth.”