AZ

Quick Facts

Full Name	AZ
Occupation	Rapper
Date Of Birth	Mar 9, 1972(1972-03-09)
Age	52
Birthplace	Brooklyn
Country	United States
Birth City	New York State
Horoscope	Pisces

AZ Biography

AZ is one of the most popular and richest Rapper who was born on March 9, 1972 in Brooklyn, New York State, United States. The Brooklyn-born rapper is famous by his work and collaborations with Brooklyn- born rapper best known for his collaborations with Nas. His verse on Nas’ seminal debut album, Illmatic, was the only guest verse on the album and has since become legendary.. His song on Brooklyn-born rapper best known for his collaborations with Nas. His verse on Nas’ seminal debut album, Illmatic, was the only guest verse on the album and has since become legendary. his seminal debut album, Illmatic, was the only verse that Brooklyn-born rapper best known for his collaborations with Nas. His verse on Nas’ seminal debut album, Illmatic, was the only guest verse on the album and has since become legendary. performed on the album, and has since become legendary.

It was part of The Firm along with Nas He was part of The Firm with Nas, Foxy Brown, and Nature. as well as Nature.

Cruz started writing rap lyrics when he was 12 years old. In the early 1990s, he became friends with Nas, a young rapper from Queens. Nas started working with his debut album Illmatic and invited Cruz to work with him in a studio. AZ appeared on the album intro and had a verse on “Life’s a Bitch”. After Illmatic was released in 1994, EMI Records offered Cruz a record deal.

AZ first became known by appearing on Nas’s landmark 1994 album Illmatic on the song “Life’s A Bitch”, as well as featuring vocals on the opening track “The Genesis”. AZ signed with EMI, and soon released his debut album Doe or Die in 1995 to critical acclaim. The album’s lead single, “Sugar Hill”, became AZ’s major commercial success as a solo artist, reaching #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and achieving Gold status. AZ’s EMI contract was transferred to sister label Noo Trybe Records and Virgin Records when the EMI Label Group was shut down.

The parents of his are Dominican as well as African American descent. He is the real name Anthony Cruz.

AZ Net Worth

AZ is one of the richest Rapper from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, AZ 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

The debut album of his solo career Doe or Die, released in the 1995’s Doe or Die, reached number one in the U.S. R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.

He was named the most underrated rapper of all Time according to the editor of About.com.

Anthony Cruz (born March 9, 1972), better known by his stage name AZ, is an American rapper from East New York, Brooklyn, New York. He is known for being a longtime and frequent music partner of Nas and also a member of hip hop group The Firm alongside Nas, Foxy Brown, Cormega and Nature. In a countdown of the 10 Most Underappreciated Rappers—Most Underrated Rappers of All Time, the editors of About.com listed AZ as #1 on the list. He was also included on About.com’s list of the Top 50 MCs of Our Time (1987–2007), where he was described as “arguably the most underrated lyricist ever.”

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is AZ Dating?

According to our records, AZ is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, AZ’s is not dating anyone.

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The Format album features production from Lil’ Fame of M.O.P., Face Defeat, Emile, J. Cardim, Phonte, Statik Selektah and DJ Premier. The album’s lead single is its title track, “The Format”, produced by DJ Premier, with “Vendetta” as its B-Side. The Format also features the bonus track “Royal Salute”, a retaliation to 50 Cent’s song “What If”, which included a line aimed at AZ. On October 7, 2007, Quiet Money released The Format (Special Edition) adding six bonus tracks including “Royal Salute.”

Facts & Trivia

AZ Ranked on the list of most popular Rapper. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. AZ celebrates birthday on March 9 of every year.

In 2010, former member of Da Beatminerz, Baby Paul, confirmed he would be producing for the album and serving as executive producer. On November 30, 2010, he released a 15th anniversary edition of Doe or Die titled Doe or Die: 15th Anniversary. In 2010, Dr. Dre and Kanye West were said to be too busy to produce for the album, but AZ said he was patiently waiting for them to complete their next solo records so they can join the production team. He was also seeking production from DJ Premier. During a 2011 interview with XXLMag, AZ confirmed that Nas would be featured on the album.

Which state is AZ?

Arizona is the 48th state and last of the contiguous states to be admitted to the Union, achieving statehood on February 14, 1912.

Which country is named AZ?

az is the Internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Azerbaijan.

Is AZ part of California?

Known as the Grand Canyon State, Arizona is located along the southern border of the United States. Arizona shares borders with four other U.S. states. California and Nevada are to the west of Arizona, with New Mexico to the east. Arizona is directly south of Utah.

Is AZ a good place to live?

Is Arizona a good place to live? Arizona is one of the best places to start a new life. Most of the cities in the state are habitable when you consider human factors such as cost of living, job opportunities, and quality of health and education. Moreover, the state has an extensive transport network.

What is az known for?

Arizona is known for the hot and dry desert climate, the Grand Canyon, the red rocks of Sedona, the Hoover Dam, and saguaro cactus.