- Not Going Back Ft. Kelis | Nas

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

Rather than a big pop hook, Kelis provides soulful, hypnotic background vocals and harmonies that echo the song's primary mantra: "I won't go back again." Nas - Not Going Back ft. Kelis

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 Nas explicitly lists things he is leaving behind,

The song is a deeply personal, soulful deep cut from Nas's 2006 album Hip Hop Is Dead . 🎵 The Concept & Message 🎤 Performance & Production The song is a

stands out as one of the most mature, protective, and introspective tracks on Hip Hop Is Dead . It may not have the mainstream punch of the album's bigger singles, but it serves as a fascinating, bittersweet time capsule of two hip-hop powerhouses at the height of their romance. Not Going Back