Shakir Stewart est revenu avec XXL sur le changement de titre du nouvel album de Nas. Il assure que si le titre a changé, le contenu reste exactement le même.
"The message of the album has not changed. And I think that Nas has done an incredible job of speaking to the public through various forms, letting people know what the theme of this album is. Whether or not you see any letters on or off an album cover, does not dictate the substance in the music that your hear once you press play on that CD or iPod. And I think that Nas is taking his time and he’s crafted a masterpiece. I think that people will get two things out of it: they’ll be entertained and they’ll be educated. I think that’s necessary not only in today’s musical climate, but in the climate that we live in this word. There’s obviously some great dance music and some happy music, but there needs to be some music that touches the heart and souls of the people. I think there’s been so much talk about the title and this and that, it’s whatever with the title. Let’s get into what his message is. And I think when people do that and really embrace that concept, I think that they’ll be pleased."
