Notorious B.I.G. - Life After Death

One of the most iconic voices in hip hop’s golden age, who taught my entire Millennial generation that mo money equals no problems. And we took that to heart as a generation, let me tell you - Millennials are the broke generation, y’all. Some might say it was economic collapse and irresponsible fiscal policy and insane housing markets and stagnant wages perpetuated by previous generations, but don’t be fooled; it’s more likely that the entire generation simply adopted Biggie’s mantra and refused money in order to diminish our problems.

Biggie’s delivery is always a little behind the beat, full of unhurried swagger. He was a ridiculous talent.

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