20-Year Anniversary: The Notorious B.I.G. - Ready to Die (Album Stream)

Today 20 years ago, on September 13, 1994, one of hip-hop’s most important albums to date has

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Today 20 years ago, on September 13, 1994, one of hip-hop’s most important albums to date has dropped, The Notorious B.I.G.‘s Ready to Die. The cultural significance of the critically acclaimed project cannot be overestimated. Carried by hit singles such as “Big Poppa” or “Juicy,” it helped redefining the mid-‘90s sound while Biggie Smalls’s lyrical prowess painted a vivid picture of a come-up story from the perspective of the street-corner drug dealer without glorifying its lifestyle. Stream below and share your thoughts on this timeless piece in the comment section below.

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