Having stretched his career beyond rap, Nasir Jones aka Nas was honored by his peers this past weekend in Miami, Florida.

Diddy’s Revolt Music Conference invited the music and entertainment industry’s brightest to help celebrate rap legend, Nas.  The Queensbridge emcee was presented with the 2016 Jimmy Iovine Icon Award  for his contributions to hip-hop. Diddy presented Nas the award just after giving a heartfelt speech on the impact of his music, his many accomplishments, and being a “true example of Black excellence.”

After the ceremony, Nas took to his Instagram to reiterate his appreciate for the Icon award:

“We’ve all been thru serious trying times. So to see these men standing strong for so many years and getting stronger by the day…its inspiration. It’s encouragement. And empowering. @andreharrell u started all this. Legitimate street corner executive waves, this is what u started. Salute to you King. We continue to lift each other up. Thank you @stevestoute for saving my life! For finding me and helping me find myself. Your words last night was Crazy.”

“@iamdiddy thanks for the friendship. For being my brother. We’re two crazy mfa’s who somehow figured it out for ourselves. But you are a Leader that we ALL learned from! Truly humbled by the Honor King. The future is ours. Let’s continue to pave the way. Love.”