Here is the official music video for Nas’ groundbreaking single “Be a Nigger Too.” The video is directed by Rik Cordero and the single is from Nas’ untitled, controversial, highly anticipated album which will be released on July 15, 2008.

Nas was a walking pull quote Thursday night as he stood in front of journalists and bloggers at the Tribeca Grand Hotel.

“I ain’t Farrakhan or Chuck D,” he said about the message on his new album. “I’m just a Queensbridge n—a that got rich. … I love pissing people off and stirring up stupid mutha—-as.”

Nas invited the media and others to see the world premiere of his video for “Be a Nigger Too.” The clip was directed by Rik Cordero, who’s earned a name for himself helming clips for Ghostface Killah, Beanie Sigel, Styles P and other MCs on shoestring budgets.

“Nas offends no one by offending everyone,” Cordero said, addressing the crowd in the small auditorium. He revealed that much of the imagery in the video — such as Nas talking to himself and rapping in front of a mirror — was inspired by Spike Lee’s film “25th Hour.” The clip shows how the racist behaviors of yesteryear correlate to modern-day prejudices. The video concludes with a slave getting lynched.

Actors Andre Royo and Gbenga Akinnagbe from HBO’s “The Wire,” John Cho from “Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle,” and the outspoken Danny Hoch all make cameos. “They heard the song and were supportive of what we do,” the director said.

Nas is satisfied with the video just being a part of his viral campaign, but he’s optimistic that MTV will play an edited version. He said the video could hit airwaves “if MTV is open-minded and understands this is music. … They had pretty wild stuff through their history. I think they know how to edit that.”

Source: Nas Unveils Spike Lee-Inspired Video, Cover Of Controversial New Album

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Music Video Premiere: Nas, “Be A Nigger Too” (Official)