Jay-Z and Nas’ ’90s Collaboration Officially Launches Through Shaquille O’Neal Reissue
A special event in the hip-hop music industry happened when the collaboration from the 90s between legends Jay-Z and Nas was officially released. This song was released through the reissue of former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal’s third album, titled ‘You Can’t Stop the Reign’.

In 1996, Shaquille O’Neal released his third studio album, ‘You Can’t Stop the Reign’. This album not only demonstrates Shaq’s passion for music but also marks the participation of many famous artists, including Jay-Z and Nas. However, due to licensing issues, some songs were not fully released, and ‘No Love Lost’ was one of them.

‘No Love Lost’ is a special song, marking the first collaboration between Jay-Z and Nas. The song also features Lord Tariq, a famous MC artist from New York. Although this song was recorded in the 90s, it encountered many licensing issues that prevented the original from being fully released. Nas was unable to complete his verse for the 1996 release, causing fans to miss out on the opportunity to enjoy this special collaboration.

In 2024, the collaboration was finally launched via a Shaquille O’Neal reissue. The streaming version of ‘No Love Lost’ can now be heard on streaming platforms, giving fans the opportunity to experience the original track as it was originally intended. This is the first time fans can hear the track, which features both Jay-Z and Nas.

In an interview on Drink Champs in 2022, Shaquille O’Neal opened up about the recording process of ‘No Love Lost’ and his excitement at finally having the song officially released. “People don’t understand that,” Shaq said. I don’t take it personally because, again, I’m happy to be in the studio with Nas. … That’s what it’s all about.”

The official release of ‘No Love Lost’ not only brought joy to Jay-Z and Nas fans but was also a milestone in Shaquille O’Neal’s music career. This event is a testament to the persistence and passion of hip-hop artists in delivering top-notch music, despite obstacles and difficulties.
With this release, fans will have the opportunity to enjoy a piece of hip-hop history and look back at memorable moments from the 90s, the golden age of rap and hip-hop music.