In a statement to Huffington Post, Nas says:
I used to low-key cringe when Black History Month came around. It felt like a slap in face with all the hell we catch daily. Like a small reward for a dog’s good behavior, then back to the kennel. But I’ll take it. I’ll take what I can get and that’s all I need to go to new heights.
We’re in a time now where we can easily get caught up focusing on the negative things going on in America, and feel like we have almost been set back in our journey. This collection is about turning things around and instilling positivity. Celebrating being Black in a loud and fun way. Taking a much-needed moment to be proud of the achievements we have made, our colorful culture, black royalty and excellence from the past, present, and future.