What Songs Does Nas and DJ Premier's "GiT Ready" Sample?

The Light-Years cut got a New York-shot video directed by Jean-Charles Charavin in March 2026.

"GiT Ready" samples Wilson Pickett's recording of "Get Me Back on Time, Engine Number 9" and Rusty Wier's "Queen of My Dreams." Leon Huff and Kenneth Gamble share writing credit with Nas and DJ Premier as a result.

What album is "GiT Ready" on?


It is the second track on Light-Years, the Nas and DJ Premier album released on December 12, 2025, through Mass Appeal. DJ Premier produced every song, and the album peaked at No. 47 on the Billboard 200.


Who directed the "GiT Ready" video?


Jean-Charles Charavin directed it. The video came out in March 2026 and was shot in New York City, using modern architecture and imagery from finance and technology.


What is the song about?


Nas raps about longevity, discipline and staying relevant without chasing trends. The tone is reflective rather than aggressive.


Quick answers


What album is "GiT Ready" on? Light-Years.


Who produced it? DJ Premier.


Who directed the video? Jean-Charles Charavin.

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