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How did Nas begin his career?
As a young child, Nas's neighbor, Willy Ill Will Graham, influenced his interest in hip hop by playing him records. In his early years, he began writing his own rhymes.
Who else helped Nas begin his career besides neighbor Willy 'Ill Will' Graham?
In the late-1980s, Nas met up with the producer Large Professor and went to the studio where Rakim and Kool G Rap were recording their albums.
What was Nas' first album?
Illmatic is the debut studio album by American rapper Nas.
Did Nas have any performances before his first album Illmatic?
In 1991, Nas performed on Main Source's Live at the Barbeque. Nas made his solo debut under the name of Nasty Nas on the single Halftime for the film Zebrahead.
who did Nas work with?
Nas's debut album, Illmatic, featured production from Large Professor, Pete Rock, Q-Tip, LES and DJ Premier.

Question: What were his hits?
Self-contained rewrite: What were Nas' hits?