The Notorious B.I.G.

Notorious B.I.G. was an influential American rapper and a central figure in East Coast hip hop during the 1990s. Born in 1972, he rose to prominence through his distinctive delivery and storytelling ability, becoming associated with the gangsta rap and hardcore hip hop movements. His career, marked by contributions to boom bap production and collaborations across hip hop and R&B, established him as a defining voice of his era. He was murdered in 1997, leaving behind a significant legacy that shaped the trajectory of rap music and East Coast hip hop culture.