The Birth Of Escobar. On July 2nd, 1996, nas dropped his seminal classic sophomore album: “It Was Written.” Aesthetically steering in a different creative direction from his debut all-time masterpiece “Illmatic,” which embraced a more gritty and underground aura, Nas sought to indulge his inner mafioso with rhymes related to upscale criminal activity and the high life of gangsta culture. With at least 3 million copies sold and certified triple platinum, “It Was Written” is undoubtedly one of the best in the Queensbridge legend’s vast discography. What’s your favorite track off this record? Keep us locked in in the comments. #nas #itwaswritten #streetdreams #classic