Nas ‘ “One Mic” is regarded as one of his most outstanding lyrical performances to date and among the definitive songs in the rap icon’s illustrious catalog .

Yet, according to late producer Chucky Thompson , the song’s producer, “One Mic” nearly featured an appearance by another legendary artist, the late Hip-Hop star DMX .

However, the proposed collaboration was ultimately nixed due to Nas’ reservations about performing the song live.

In our exclusive interview with Thompson prior to his death in 2021, the composer recalled the making of “One Mic,” revealing that DMX was actually present during the song’s creation and was prepared to hop on the mic if needed.

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