It Was Written

by Nas

Year:: 1996

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About this release

Original 1996 master tapes show moderate dynamic compression, affecting outer groove wall tracking with potential distortion.

Vinyl Specifications

Side A Pacing:: Opening grooves on Side A effectively manage low-frequency transients, ensuring stable tracking without distortion.
Side B Pacing:: Inner grooves near the catalog runout manage high-frequency compaction, maintaining clarity and reducing distortion.
Groove Tracking:: Requires 1.5 to 2 grams tracking force to prevent vocal peak distortion on this lacquer master cut.
Packaging:: 1996 gatefold card stock weight is standard, includes inner sleeve and center label with basic print features.

Crate Digger Trivia

Crate Lore: During the recording of "It Was Written," Nas utilized a vintage Akai MPC3000 drum machine to create unique beats, a staple in 90s hip-hop production that contributed to the album's signature sound.

Tracklist

Side A

Position	Track Title	Duration
A1	Album Intro	2:28
A2	The Message	4:10
A3	Street Dreams	4:41
A4	I Gave You Power	3:56
A5	Watch Dem Niggas	4:06
A6	Take It In Blood	4:49
A7	The Set Up	4:26

Side B

Position	Track Title	Duration
B1	Black Girl Lost	4:32
B2	Suspect	4:16
B3	Shootouts	3:46
B4	Nas Is Coming	5:40
B5	Affirmative Action	4:20
B6	Live Nigga Rap	3:46
B7	If I Ruled The World (Imagine That)	4:44