In the acknowledgements that appear in the album packaging for Nas’ ninth studio album, the rapper thanks celebrities and notable figures including Richard Pryor, Chris Rock, Martin Lawrence, Spike Lee, Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, Eminem, Prince, Debbie Allen, Voletta Wallace, Afeni Shakur, Harriet Tubman, Denzel Washington, and Michael Jordan.

“To my daughter and wife you both are my inspiration,” he adds.

Nas’ untitled album drops Tuesday, July 15th.