: It was Biggie's second posthumous #1 hit, following "Hypnotize".
While the beat is celebratory, the lyrics reflect a bittersweet reality of success.
The track is a masterclass in the "Bad Boy sound"—high-gloss, radio-ready, and built on massive existing hits. : It was Biggie's second posthumous #1 hit,
Directed by , the music video is as famous as the song itself.
: Co-produced by Stevie J and Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs . Directed by , the music video is as
: This made him the first artist ever to earn two posthumous #1 singles.
: The song was nominated for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 1998 Grammy Awards. 🎥 Iconic Visuals : The song was nominated for Best Rap
: It replaced Puff Daddy’s own tribute to Biggie, "I’ll Be Missing You," at the top of the charts in August 1997.
: It was Biggie's second posthumous #1 hit, following "Hypnotize".
While the beat is celebratory, the lyrics reflect a bittersweet reality of success.
The track is a masterclass in the "Bad Boy sound"—high-gloss, radio-ready, and built on massive existing hits.
Directed by , the music video is as famous as the song itself.
: Co-produced by Stevie J and Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs .
: This made him the first artist ever to earn two posthumous #1 singles.
: The song was nominated for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 1998 Grammy Awards. 🎥 Iconic Visuals
: It replaced Puff Daddy’s own tribute to Biggie, "I’ll Be Missing You," at the top of the charts in August 1997.