Ready to Die

*Ready to Die* is the debut studio album by The Notorious B.I.G., released in 1994. A cornerstone of East Coast hip-hop, the album showcases Biggie's masterful storytelling, vivid lyricism, and gritty narratives about street life, ambition, and survival. With production by Sean "Puffy" Combs and others, it features iconic tracks like "Juicy," "Big Poppa," and "Warning," blending smooth flows with hard-hitting beats. The album's raw honesty and cinematic scope cemented Biggie's legacy as one of the greatest rappers of all time.