"NAS CALLED & SAID I GOT $400 FOR YOU FOR GOING ON TOUR…" AZ OF THE FIRM TALKS ILLMATIC TOUR

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[@jreel]

AZ will forever remain one of the greatest, under valued lyricists of all-time. The man who can go toe to toe with anyone on beat but never received the "praise" from the industry as he remained true to himself, not willing to conform to become a major artist. Truly a master of his craft and those AZ x Nas or The Firm collabs will always be some of the greatest displays of lyrical content to ever exist.

[@realityme]

Under valued by WHO? And When? He was HIGH valued from day ONE. even when he didnt feel he was high value. He JUST told the story of how he EFFORTLESSLY got put on one of the greatest rap albums of all time. Why yall always say that about people who are accomplished in their craft? Yall say dumb shit like "he/she don't get enough credit or that "underrated" shit. Just call him a great artist and keep it pushing. AZ been considered a MONSTER by every and anyone with half a brain.

[@rashodlewis2918]

@@realitymetrue facts.

[@realityme]

Respect fam!!!@@rashodlewis2918

[@lengendaryleo3578]

You can say the same about Cormega. Cormega had his career sabotaged by Nas and Cormega is one of the illest to ever rhyme!

[@tyronekenly4623]

He gotta grammy

[@moiznicees]

AZ and NAS on tracks together is larger than life incredible music together

[@Aaronbillydatstar]

Ya

[@Kkayy020]

He has a unique voice,fits perfectly in that era

[@TheRighteousInquiries]

That's his gift and curse

[@bsinatra145]

​@@TheRighteousInquiries How is it a curse?

[@NineEight_Nine]

@@bsinatra145heavy lyricism is always a curse in music business unless they can fit in their agenda someway some how…look at kendrick

[@Righteousone18]

I’m rather unique - AZ

[@SuperbNProsper]

His verse on Life’s A Bitch is one of my favorite verses ever. Still to this very day that verse is crazy 🔥🔥🔥

[@jamaal9911]

Probably the most complete verse from A-Z

[@DezZ9]

Truthfully

[@legendsflashback]

Beat nas

[@hybrid.catastrophic.impact6071]

​@legendsflashback Nas verse was great. That buck that bought a bottle could've struck the lotto. AZ won, but not by much. Nas still had an incredible verse. Go listen to AZ feat nas mo money mo murda mo homicide and see what Nas does. He killed it

[@hybrid.catastrophic.impact6071]

​@@legendsflashbackListen to Serious and see how Nas killed it

[@KtotheG]

AZ said he was concerned about his voice.. His voice is light, but his lyrics and the ferocity in his flow more than made up for that. He sounded confident and seasoned, like he's been in the game for years. His debut verse was lightning in a bottle. A rare moment for hip hop.

[@HeartBreakInGotham]

I’ve heard him describe his voice as light before and it took me awhile to figure it out. Because it sounds deep to me but I get how it sound light on beats. Still considered one of the best voices ever.

[@howudoinnnnnnnnnnn]

His voice is dopeeeeee

[@joojoobaw]

shit some of my favorite voices in hip-hop are “light”.. AZ, Money B, Mark 7even, Lord Finesse.....

[@treyharris8408]

Yup 👍🏾💯

[@KtotheG]

@@HeartBreakInGotham It just sounds kiddish, kinda like Westside Gunn's voice. But the way he speaks, you can tell he's a serious cat.

[@johnmol4132]

Shouts out to AZ HE was on my block everyday he had a chick here IN Washington Heights Uptown Manhattan Real humble cool genuine street kat!!! 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🗽🗽🗽🗽💯💪🏽🙏🙏🙏 DIMELOOOOO

[@grinchoi1]

AZ one of the most underrated MC’s of all-time. His flows are next level.

[@ChicagoStyles23]

Crazy how you can be in a crowded room and immediately know AZ is there by his voice. He's def RATHER UNIQUE!

[@zyberworld]

AZ's new music is sharper than ever! Blessed to have witnessed the contributions of a living legend!

[@ElBiggaBean]

Facts The Goat is hard

[@HeartBreakInGotham]

This Is Why is dope to. Scarface vibes.

[@NeoAndersonChannel1]

That was my biggest issue with his older albums. Man is 1 of the best lyricists and wordsmiths of the whole culture, but he always got on some garbage beats that were so beneath him. He got on beats that were bad for average rappers. AZ the type of MC that exclusively should be on Preemo, Pete Rock, 9th Wonder beats. Doe or Die II honestly is a God-send.

[@daudahussaini7629]

AZ is arguably one of the most underrated MC of his Era. I feel him and Kiss don't get the respect they deserve. These legends can go bar for bar with anyone. I salute big hommie.

[@mo2k638]

Niggas been riding kiss ever since that verses it’s like he gained a new wave of fans 🤣🤦🏿‍♂️

[@rocdawgdadondiggy]

​@@mo2k638good. So his name can carry on to the next generation. What's wrong with that?

[@FNMarketMaven]

AZ pieces of a man, one of my favorite albums growing up! Much love and respect bro you were always solid

[@clarkbar]

Kiss is always mentioned. Its Styles P that that should command more respect. He took over the mixtape game in the mid 2000s

[@mo2k638]

@@rocdawgdadondiggy did I say anything is wrong with that ? If anything they been sleeping on him it took for him to go up against dipset to get more love his music streaming went up his following went up and all of a sudden you start hearing more people putting jada in their top 5 like a bunch of bandwagons learn to comprehend duke

[@diamondwest35]

I met this man a few months ago while he was on tour. Got to chop it up with him. I kid you not he's just as cool in person as you see him here. A rare breed. Shout out to Leek.

[@Innagee74]

“Everything counts”… that response in itself says it all. No entitlements or jealousy. A love for the craft, respect of his peers, and humble on the journey. AZ, most underrated!!

[@RhymePOETIK13]

We all know AZ doesn't do many interviews, Math you really showing levels to this! AZ on any podcast platform has been the most requested for ever! Impeccable lyricist, most underated period! Salute to Math and the God AZ

[@twocents6951]

Math actually got AZ on the show. Definitely that Brooklyn love being shown 🗽

[@waynejohnson3714]

He got big bro energy.he cool but with simple ease you can tell he ain't worried about feelings.i strive to be so respected and protected.

[@troyg.173]

Even when AZ is having a normal conversation, he still sounds like he rappin'. That's how good of a rapper A is. Love from Cape Town, South Africa

[@brandon7968]

Math you literally just made my entire year son, ever since I started watching you before Covid; I think I’ve commented at least on every other two videos to do an interview with AZ and you finally did it, thank you so much man. This man doesn’t get the love, respect and exposure that he truly deserves for being one of the most dangerous and prolific emcees of all time. I hope he knows that he’s one of the greats, even if the streams don’t show it, he really is. New album otw btw!

[@nottyknotz]

Glad I'm not the only one who genuinely feels this way.

[@perreality]

Mine too.. Dream come true.

[@Black_Jus202]

Niggas be praising strangers in comments but don't even help they kids with they homework get your priorities straight 😂😂😂

[@josheasy6716]

Made your year ? Your a grown up get off your knees, have respect for yourself ..

[@authenticministries2433]

Preach! I am so excited I can’t contain it! I LOVE AZ and he really doesn’t do interviews this is such a treat!

[@TheUltimateRage]

AZ is one of the most underrated yet most consistent spitters ever! I haven't heard ONE verse from him that I was iffy about! Can't wait to see this whole interview!

[@ghussygang]

AZ is who Nas thinks he is....😅😅

[@JohnLoco-yj3px]

​@@ghussygangyo man put some respect on the OG

[@officialonyxobsidian]

Math had to turn his cool up in this episode. He got his chair angled just like AZ. He's sitting just like AZ. Sosa changed the energy in the spot 🫡

[@jhova187]

AZ has classics for days, one of the most overlooked lyricist in the game.

[@davisdynasty83]

Definitely in my top 15 of all time. His music has aged well and he continues to put out quality work.

[@eddiesheppard9544]

One of my favorite MCs of all time..."From a half a chicken to acquisitions, the math is different...No ass-kissin', I don't ask permission". AZ dope af.

[@carltonmartin3526]

Live from Indiana! AZ has always been one of my favorite MCs. I saw him with his family at the African American History Museum in DC. He was cooling so hard with the fam, I didn’t even approach. Just saluted and kept it moving. Looking forward to hearing his thoughts.

[@Smokeyvirgo]

One of the most 'unique" voices in Hip-Hop. Thanks to AZ for his humble contribution to the culture. BIG UP !!!

[@otbhs3646]

Sosa started breathing hard at them hustling years questions 😂😂😂

[@jman1562001]

Can't blame him, them people's ALWAYS watching 👀 , esp. in this era.

[@azeer777]

Statute of limitations....

[@majthemayor468]

​@@azeer777a lot of hustling come with bodies my brother sometimes you gotta let dead dogs rest

[@westbmorecertified5011]

@@majthemayor468🎯

[@kelsey11700]

AZ and NAS are the unbeatable combination ever!!!!!!

[@finessethaprofit7325]

When I started spitting this is who I was infatuated with, AZ will always hold a special place in my heart when it comes to this hip hop thing

[@SmokesWorld]

Yo Math thank you for making this interview happen! Real hip hop shit right here.

[@Aaronbillydatstar]

💯

[@Slowjo1221]

I remember the first time I heard Life’s a Bit*h and AZ’s voice/flow/bars blew me away. Dude is a treasure

[@iceboogie827]

"Everything Count"!.. Thats a Real Brother!. Lol

[@sierraxx9979]

The realest💯💯

[@iceboogie827]

@@sierraxx9979 Truth!!!

[@tyronewilliams6889]

When Math mentioned the separation between rappers and hustlers, he nailed it. Pivotal moment in hip hop.

[@trev5434]

Hard to not like someone like him, cause he humble… much respect to him

[@stephenkinq5425]

AZ def one of those guyz.. Embodied being a Man of the Culture.. Style Smooth Lyrical Story-telling Solid fresh nd fly.

[@jman1562001]

Yo math pulled the interview that we needed. Clicked instantly 🤣.

[@user-gb2vk2ff8x]

Major facts lol

[@at3852]

@@user-gb2vk2ff8x most definitely

[@mauricedues231]

1st one ,I watched in a minute

[@RynAmelli84]

SuppppperFactz!!! ✅💯

[@nicksharma8238]

me too. Az doesn't do too many interviews

[@GITTMAN19]

THIS IS THE INTERVIEW I BEEN WAITIN ON!!! AZ LETS GOOOO 🔥🔥🔥

[@Avalon_Babylon]

If I had to choose someone to do business with personality wise it's az. No nonsense no wasting time straight to the point and disciplined won't be side tracked.

[@KF-wc4uw]

Most anticipated criminally underrated! Look how they watch him im awe. He's super respected as a spitter. Best guest yet! #BIGBROOKLYN

[@jimmybootz1277]

Luv AZ he like a old school mobster with the way he answers questions he answers but he doesn't say anything, gotta respect an OG that stuck to the code, respect ✊🏾✌🏾🥶

[@dubiouswords7851]

The smoothest, lyrical MC ever.

[@Moneyball23]

Yo I just discovered AZ a couple years ago. I wasn’t the biggest hip hop supporter and I’m still not. But AZ is one of the few that makes rap/hip hop luxurious. He is definitely dope. Him, Nas, and a couple of others.

[@devin1820ify]

Cool G Rap too. Look him up

[@DaNobleElement]

38 spesh

[@tmcgee5325]

I been waiting years for a good interview with AZ salute to Math for giving the God mc his flowers

[@Jamesgalc-gs8wu]

Checkout his interview with Combat Jack

[@RynAmelli84]

AZ definitely is Cemented as one of the most deep 💭 thinking & amazing hiphop legends we have. He definitely hasn’t gotten his just dues over the decade of the 90’s to 2000’s!! I’ve always loved bro on the mic since my older brotha introduced me to him as a 16yrs.old I believe. He’s high up there for sure!

[@handsomedubbledee]

Man, i love this podcast. These are the kind of dudes that i seen back in the days. Now doing legit work. AZ and Nas just oozes charisma. Not a dull bone in their bodies

[@mrbuggz5213]

My man’s AZ!!! Rather Unique is godly. He straight went off right there!! Most slept on rapper ever

[@joeseafer1978]

I STILL WANT THE AZ/NAS COLLABORATION ALBUM SINCE 2005

[@MrSmooth88]

😅 we all want it

[@righteousmasculine]

Man I need that 😂😂

[@adamgordon2572]

It’s never happenin, Nas is my nigga but he knows AZ will be a problem if they did a joint album 💯

[@TX-xq6dx]

I just keep running back "the essence" over and over lmao...I'm waiting too...song damn near 25 years old lol

[@righteousmasculine]

@@adamgordon2572 man I’m starting to believe that. But I don’t want to because come on man this is your brother and he wanna see you shine they should have made 2 albums by now. But Steve stoute started this whole thing

[@kzstaytrue1983]

One of the true GOATS so humble yet so under rated

[@each1teach1academy43]

This what we be waiting on. God talk 7⭐️🌙

[@MrEJF02]

Gotta love his humility. Brothers like him are needed in the space today. Dope and not really feeling himself like that. Deserves more praise and flowers. ❤🙏

[@TravelGuy7]

AZ is an unbelievable lyricist. Might not have the catalog, but nobody can deny the skill, ever.

[@TravelGuy7]

@@1000percent wouldn’t say they’re all classic but I do listen to all of them and enjoy them. Either way his skill is elite level. Such a good MC.

[@2gunzup07]

Pieces of a black man Doe or die Azatic 3 is better then most

[@Discipline2-q6g]

AZ exhibits the "Honor Code" to it's core. Don't over talk, watch your surroundings, listen well, tell the explanation with a limit. Peace King

[@Foodyicon]

The greatest rap duo of all time Nas and AZ

[@Thatdude-tp7xs]

Kiss and styles

[@WhiteSauceher]

Billy and Lil Fame

[@yezmirsheppard-halika6892]

Rae & Ghost

[@Pcolumni]

This conversation with AZ should be the solidification of this Pod for anyone that had doubts

[@adetolaodukoya3493]

Aziaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaatic the man the voice the lyrics the style the sway the delivery the melodic soulful flow and the nostalgia aside Nas the next person to touch my heart till date is az and I still listen to sugarhill song till date it gives me a good feeling makes me think and reminisce and motivates me since 1995🔥🔥🔥

[@joojoobaw]

You are so right, Sugarhill vibe is incredible. Same goes for “Gimme Yours”, that Minnie Riperton sample never sounded so good

[@James-xx4kb]

AZ is a legend’s legend. Definitely definitely one of the greatest to pick up a mic. 🎤💐

[@kelz702]

I’ve been waiting on this one

[@THESNEAKERADDICT]

We still need a Nas AZ Album

[@RenR70]

“Do or Die” is a low key slept on album.

[@aaronjones8094]

Finally. The goat. Sosa himslef. The smoothest the real flygod. AZ

[@Ace-s6w]

AZ whole style is crazy u got admire it

[@abethereal]

I’m happy to see many AZ fans! One of the goats forsure

[@airpegasus5167]

EAST NEW YORK ‼️ Salute To The God AZ Sosa The Great 🫡

[@TRUTHHURTS1.]

EVERYTHING COUNT😂❤ SALUTE AZ BLESSINGS MY BROTHERS AND SISTER GREAT INTERVIEW 👍🏿

[@Wyzdom79]

Math big thanks to you for getting AZ in the shop! AZ, Nas, and Cormega are the elite when it comes to lyricism💯

[@roberttownsend8560]

We were robbed of a Nas and Az Album together. Yes I would love to hear one now but imagine Az and Nas album right after illmatic and do or die.

[@dianevrules]

No one wants to hear AZ slap Nas tf around on every song. Nas is not AZ's equal. Stop putting them together. Put Nas with Jungle or some bs

[@drewcaraballo6883]

@@dianevrulesare you high? lmao

[@drewcaraballo6883]

We def were robbed. Would’ve been the greatest collab album ever

[@user-Tripleggggggg]

@@dianevrulesluv u yt woman

[@DavidPierre-zm5qq]

​@@dianevrulesNas can't even shine AZ shoes lyrically. Nas embarrassed himself on his albums

[@jeronjones7959]

Was just listening to AZ latest shit couple weeks ago da man still sharp as ever.

[@quincyredd3909]

Crazy how he can still flow like he in is 20s!! dude flow didnt age a bit if anything he got sharper!!

[@melblack1837]

Math another classic that no1 else has. You bringing ppl outside and teaching these kids whats really good

[@carlwilliams2769]

Mad respect for this brother pen game always been out of this world 🔥🔥✍🏼

[@eafloe]

Respect Due to one of the greatest pens of all time. Period. Very few can compete with it. One Love to The Visualiser

[@Ariztid]

I was literally thinking the other day how they should bring AZ on this and LOOK! Can't wait for the whole show.

[@1dre0313]

AZ has aged wonderfully, definitely an underrated MC in my book💯

[@J.Couch2]

Are you gay saying another man aged well smh who raised you ninjas because it wasn't no real men.

[@1dre0313]

@@J.Couch2 toxic masculinity at its finest 😂😂... come on out that closet fam!!!

[@snittiwealth]

Certified Legend💯💯💯

[@MrSmooth88]

without a doubt

[@ZachVanHarrisJR]

*”AZ never spit a wack verse, but he has had some wack beats that he helped carry cuz his flow godly” 💯 - MELL DUNEY 616*

[@frankcarter7795]

@ZachVanHarrisJR, I definitely second that! Sometimes Nas, would do the same thing. Their sword game is so vicious that I truly believe people would overlook the production aspect of some of their songs at times? But you definitely hit that one directly in the eye with your analysis my guy! I’m feeling that!

[@absolute95allah7]

Yo math u the KING AZ barely does interviews! The fact u got him on here speaks volumes to me. Peace Math and crew keep doing your thing u are appreciated out King✊🏾

[@dwaynecainesr.7001]

This man AZ is one of the most humble Brotha's I know, ALWAYS spread love and this Brotha paid his due! SALUTE ♥

[@shuaibwadud9750]

AZ my dude, thank you Hoffa been waiting for this one 🫡🫡 🤴🏿

[@jayel27]

"Everything counts." Indeed it does. Get it and keep it moving. A legend.

[@DeeDub18]

Az always been one of personal favorites. Truly underrated, Doe or Die and Aziatic are both classic albums.

[@righteousmasculine]

Pieces of a man too. And a lot of people sleep on undeniable. That 9 lives got some bangers.

[@DeeDub18]

@@righteousmasculine fo sho, definitely dope albums

[@logicsir5257]

Thanks Math for this one ! You from the town so I know you understand what AZ means to us . Living legend 🙏🏾

[@SneakerBoxTwine]

Bout time y’all got Az in the barbershop Az is the most underrated artist and one of the cool’s old head’s of all time glad he getting his flowers

[@Itsthewiretaptv]

That AZ verse on on life’s a Bitch is my top 5 favorite verses of all time

[@terrancecole9093]

AZ got one of the greatest verses in hiphop

[@MACABREMASKS]

My Lil brother passed and AZ was his fav rapper and nas was mine, this is so awesome to see wish my brother was here to watch with me!

[@streetsufi6776]

Nas AZ and Mega..."The Three Wise Men" of their era.🙏🏾

[@dgeiger73]

One of the MOST UNDERRATED EVER!👑🍾

[@formgreatness]

One of my favorites he doesn't get enough credit !!!

[@Deesylman718]

Thank you Math for havin one of my favorite MCs on the show. #AZ one of the dopest MCs ever. Living Legend.

[@MrKamawe]

AZ came on here before Drink Champs. Salute to MEO 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@tx7824]

He been on drink champs already

[@jman1562001]

AZ ain't with the BS.....I think there was something when Steve Stoute was on Drink Champs and he made a slick remark about AZ in passing. He seem like a cool but no nonsense type of nicca.

[@1272JfC]

@@tx7824He has never been on DC stop

[@dillinger445]

​@@tx7824AZ never been on drink champs wym

[@nakiasaulsberry9996]

From the South and definitely not one that does commentary but AZ is legendary!

[@jonesnasir625]

Az is timeless ,man a top lyricists,calm,cool and way too intelligent and god himself Nas the master teacher faxx 💯!!

[@RIF241]

FINALLY!! I been waiting for AZ to show up on these shows.

[@ericcoffee6841]

Greatest misunderstood, underrated lyricist ever. 👏🏽 Been waiting on this interview

[@lbdarden6]

AZ seems to be very humble from the beginning and HUMBLE BEGINNINGS BRING FORTH SUCCESS!!!!

[@Magneto4191]

I don’t know why we can’t get a Nas and Az album

[@lionelroland6674]

Cause of Nas that's why?they let Jay and Kanye beat them to that! I been begrudging towards Nas cause he the big homie!

[@Magneto4191]

@@lionelroland6674 we been waiting since life’s a bitch Kanye and Jay -z could never do what Nas and Az could do but Nas is on some bullshit

[@WhiteSauceher]

😂 same reason we may not get that Cam and Mase album. Lol someone gonna feel outshined

[@hybrid.catastrophic.impact6071]

​@@WhiteSauceherIt gonna be Nas. He has outshines AZ is some songs. He is the G.O.A.T for a reason. Who else makes songs like Rewind? Nas is creative, can flip styles, deep lyrics, AZ has a slightly better flow.

[@Thabisi]

That intro thou Math!!! "Come back"..fire!!!

[@cibida1]

Damn. This was a great start. Can’t wait to hear more.

[@emilcooper2364]

Math. Idk how you did but thank you. Been waiting for an interview with AZ for YEARS. 🫡 from Columbus, OH.

[@DaddyandMaddy]

Math way to stay ahead of the play AZ is the most under rated rapper of all time. 🔥 🔥

[@MrMAK003]

I remember he came to MD few years back. Probably about 25people came to support. He was heated but still performed and gave a dope show

[@AudioPhileAve]

AZ's verse on Lifes A Bitch is arguably one of the best verses on the whole Illmatic album

[@hybrid.catastrophic.impact6071]

No it's not.

[@phillyboy3940]

Nas is and has always bn in my top 3... AZ was nice since day1....real niggas recognize.. FLYEST GANGSTA -nas&az🔥. MEGA'S GONNA HOLD HIS OWN -cormega🔥