Nas - Not Going Back Ft. Kelis May 2026

Nas explicitly lists things he is leaving behind, including fake friends, bad record label deals, and the dangerous realities of his old neighborhood.

Nas delivers sharp, autobiographical verses with a more relaxed and reflective flow than the rest of the album. Nas - Not Going Back ft. Kelis

The track serves as a defiant anthem about refusing to regress to past struggles, street life, and industry pitfalls. Nas explicitly lists things he is leaving behind,

Years later, severe allegations and public disputes over spousal support completely shattered the "us against the world" image painted in this track. 📝 The Verdict Years later, severe allegations and public disputes over

The song features his then-wife, Kelis. The intro features a chaotic, cinematic skit of the couple arguing in a car before speeding off together, establishing a highly protective, unified front against the outside world. 🎤 Performance & Production