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UPDATED 1:31 PM — 7/18: On Tuesday, Nas unveiled the dual-cover artwork for his highly anticipated album, “Magic 2,” setting the release date for this Friday, July 21. Additionally, it has been confirmed that 50 Cent will be featured on the LP.
Nas has recently given a clear indication that he is preparing to release new music. Last week, he cleared his Instagram account, which is often seen as a sign of upcoming musical projects. A recent post further suggests that the forthcoming release will be a continuation of his extensive discography, adding to his collection of sequels.
On Monday, Nas delighted fans by sharing a throwback black-and-white video featuring an escape artist dramatically freeing themselves from a straitjacket, accompanied by a pair of magic wand emojis. This clever choice of imagery served as a subtle hint that his upcoming release would be none other than “Magic 2,” the anticipated sequel to his surprise 2021 collaboration with Hit-Boy.
During TMZ’s recent conversation with Hit-Boy, the accomplished producer remained evasive when asked about the possibility of “King’s Disease 4.” However, he did affirm that he and Nas had fresh music in the works, hinting at exciting upcoming collaborations.
Nas has showcased an unwavering work ethic in recent years, consistently delivering a new project annually since 2018. Eager to discover when fans can anticipate his next musical endeavor, we contacted Nas’ team. However, as of now, there has been no official confirmation regarding the upcoming release.
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Originally Published — 7/17 2:29 PM CT
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