Notorious BIG

Art By Ray Webster

The Notorious B.I.G. (also known as Biggie Smalls) was an American rapper and songwriter. He was born Christopher Wallace in Brooklyn, New York in 1972 and rose to fame in the mid-1990s with his debut album "Ready to Die." He was known for his unique flow, storytelling ability, and vivid imagery in his lyrics. Unfortunately, he was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles in 1997 at the age of 24. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time and has had a lasting impact on the hip-hop genre.

Biggie Smalls, won several awards throughout his career, including:

1. Billboard Music Award for Top Rap Artist (1995)

2. BET Award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist (1995)

3. Source Award for Best New Artist (1995)

4. Source Award for Best Live Performer (1996)

5. Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance for "Hypnotize" (1998)

6. MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video for "Hypnotize" (1998)

7. ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Music Award for Top Rap Song for "Mo Money Mo Problems" (1998)

8. BET Hip Hop Award for Best Hip Hop Collaboration for "Hustler's Story" (2005, posthumously)

9. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction (2020, posthumously)

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