"Hate Me Now" is a cornerstone hip-hop anthem by , featuring Puff Daddy (now Diddy), released on April 6, 1999 , as the second single from Nas’s third studio album, I Am... . The track is famous for its defiant lyrics against critics and its grand, cinematic production. Streaming & Official Sources

: Puff Daddy originally filmed the crucifixion scene but later demanded it be removed for religious reasons. When the original version (with Diddy on the cross) accidentally aired on TRL , it led to a physical confrontation between Diddy and Nas’s manager, Steve Stoute.

: Stream the song from the I Am... album or Nas's Greatest Hits . SoundCloud : Listen to the original upload by Nasir Jones. Audiomack : Available for streaming on Audiomack . Song Credits & Production

The music video, directed by Hype Williams, became one of the most talked-about moments in hip-hop history:

Experience the iconic 1999 visual that defined an era of hip-hop defiance: Nas - Hate Me Now (Official HD Video) ft. Puff Daddy YouTube• Oct 25, 2009 Nas - Hate Me Now (Official HD Video) ft. Puff Daddy