Straight out the gate, Nas dropped a classic. Since the release of the seminal ‘Illmatic’ album in 1994.Presented for the first time on 7”, the vocals of the album version and the instrumental on the flip provide the perfectopportunity to enjoy and compare the work of two masters at the top of their game. Pete Rock’s seamless weaving of disparatesamples into a compelling whole, the then little-known Nas’ statement of intent. With a maturity beyond his tender years, Nasput himself straight at the top of the pile, this Queensbridge chronicle hinting at the ambition and greatness he harboured within himself.

• 1. The World is Yours (Album Version)
• 2. The World is Yours (Inst.)