Digital Nas

Nasir Harold Pemberton[1] (born December 5, 1998), known professionally as Digital Nas or DN, is an American rapper, singer, composer and record producer. He initially began producing for the underground artists and later rose to prominence for his work on American rapper Lil Yachty’s debut commercial mixtape, Lil Boat.[2] Since then, he has produced numerous singles for other artists as well as releasing his own debut mixtape, "DN 2".

Digital Nas
Digital Nas recording for forthcoming studio album "DN3"
Background information
Birth nameNasir Harold Pemberton
Also known as
  • Digital Nas
  • DN
Born (1998-12-05) December 5, 1998
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • composer
  • record executive
Instruments
Years active2015–present
Associated acts

Early life and career

Nasir Harold Pemberton was born on December 5, 1998 in Atlanta, Georgia. Getting involved with music early as a kid throughout high school, he discovered his desire to produce music. As he continued to hone his production skills, he produced beats for artists involved in the underground music scene of Atlanta. With his quick rise to internet fame, Nas expanded working with many other artists such as ASAP Rocky, ASAP Ferg, Nav, Comethazine, Smokepurpp, Trippie Redd, Playboi Carti, Lil Yachty, Sheck Wes, and Keith Ape, among others. Aside from music, Nas is a heavily involved skateboarder,[3] and it is still one of his favorite hobbies today.

In January 2016, he formed his own record label, III Records.

Musical style and influences

Nas is widely known for his effort in breaking into the genre "mumble rap" through the online audio distribution platform SoundCloud. Nas has cited several prominent artists as influencing his musical style, including Pharrell Williams, Eazy E, Sid Vicious, and Morrissey. Additionally, his soft spot for shoegaze and punk rock bands, such as his favorite band Germs, are sources of inspiration.

Discography

Extended plays
  • DN (2016)
  • Throwaway Songs Worth Listening To (2019)

Mixtapes
  • DN 2 (2019)

Production discography

Studio albums
List of studio albums, with selected details
Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications Sales
US
[6]		 CAN
[7]
Mudboy[8][9] 1719

Mixtapes
  • Lil Boat – Lil Yachty (2016)
  • Still Striving – ASAP Ferg (2017)
  • Wopavelli 2 – Lil Wop (2017)
  • Wopavelli 3 – Lil Wop (2018)

Extended plays
  • The Lost Files – Digital Nas & Lil Yachty (2016)
  • The Lost Files 2 – Digital Nas & Lil Yachty (2019)

Singles

References
  1. https://repertoire.bmi.com/Catalog.aspx?detail=writerid&page=1&fromrow=1&torow=25&keyid=550276856&subid=0
  2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bJL72EL-4U
  3. pemberton, Nasir. "Nasir Pemberton Skate Feature". youtube.
  4. https://www.xxlmag.com/rap-music/new-music/2018/03/lil-yachty-lil-boat-2/
  5. https://www.xxlmag.com/news/2018/10/lil-wop-wopavelli-4-mixtape-listen-new-songs-production-chasethemoney/
  6. "Billboard 200: October 20, 2018". Billboard. Retrieved October 16, 2018.
  7. "A Star Is Reborn At No. 1 On This Week's Albums Chart". FYIMusicNews. October 15, 2018. Retrieved October 15, 2018.
  8. "Sheck Wes Drops "Do That" and Reveals He Was Supposed to Be in Wyoming With Kanye". Pigeons & Planes. Retrieved October 1, 2018.
  9. "Sheck Wes Takes Over Footaction For 'No One Way' Campaign, Talks Astroworld Tour and 'Mudboy'". Vibe. September 11, 2018. Retrieved October 1, 2018.
  10. "US Certifications (@RIAA): @sheckwes, MUDBOY Gold (500,000)". Chart Data on Twitter. Retrieved January 28, 2020.
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