The Notorious B.I.G.
Brooklyn lyricist widely considered the greatest rapper ever for his effortless flow, vivid street narratives, and complex rhyme schemes that sounded completely natural.
Pantheon Standing
| List Name | Rank | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 Hip Hop Artists of All Time | #6 | 63.7 |
The Cultural Record
Discography
Brooklyn lyricist widely considered the greatest rapper ever for his effortless flow, vivid street narratives, and complex rhyme schemes that sounded completely natural
Awards & Recognition
No Grammy data on record.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee (2020)
2× Billboard No. 1 albums
Rank History
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