Legendary rapper who grew up in largest NYCHA development celebrates 20th anniversary of “Illmatic” album
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He brought Queensbridge to the world 20 years ago.
Long Island City rap icon Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones — better known as Nas — released his debut album “Illmatic” on April 19, 1994 — and scholars, artists and current residents of the Queensbridge Houses still sing its praises today.