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Aug 2024
49m 40s

Jay-Z vs. Nas | Battle Breakdowns

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In the second episode of our new rap battle series, we’re exploring the 2001 battle between Jay-Z and Nas. We’ll be breaking down the timeline of events, providing our takes on the music and discussing who actually won the battle and the war.

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