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NYT Daily • August 23, 2025

Rapper whose father is the jazz musician Olu Dara

Answer:

NAS

Hint:

This Queensbridge legend’s debut album shares its name with a biblical figure’s prophecy.

Explanation:

This clue points to the rapper Nas, whose real name is Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones. His father, Olu Dara, is a well-known jazz musician, making this a direct reference to Nas’s family background. The clue relies on recognizing the connection between the two artists rather than any wordplay or hidden meaning. If you know Nas’s full name or his father’s career, the answer becomes clear.

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