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Where was the mainstream direction going with Nas's career?
Columbia Records began to press Nas to work towards more commercial topics by releasing street singles that still retained radio-friendly appeal.
How was Nas involved in the supergroup the Firm?
The Firm was an American hip hop supergroup that formed in New York City in 1996. It was created by rapper Nas, Steve Stoute, Dr. Dre and the Trackmasters.
What did this super group the Firm do?
Signed to Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment label, the Firm began working on their debut album.
What was this debut album by the Firm called?
The Album is the debut and only studio album by American hip hop group The Firm.
Was this album 'The Album' successful?
The Firm's debut album, The Album (1997), generated disappointing sales and generally negative criticism.

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