A vessel for every emotion and thought in his mind, suggesting that a single microphone allows him to move masses and "wipe away pain" with his voice. Nas - One Mic (Official HD Video)
Nas stated that the song was born out of a desire for truth in an industry he felt was becoming "fake". To him, the "One Mic" represents: Nas - One Mic (Official HD Video)
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