• Ready To Die Biggie Smalls

• ' Released: August 9, 1994 • ' Released: December 30, 1994 • 'Warning' Released: February 1995 • ' Released: June 6, 1995 Ready to Die is the debut by American rapper, released on September 13, 1994,. The album features production by Bad Boy founder,,,, and, among others. It was recorded from 1993 to 1994 at and in.

Ready To Die Biggie Smalls

The partly autobiographical album tells the story of the rapper's experiences as a young criminal, and was the only studio album released during his lifetime, as he was murdered sixteen days before the release of his second album in 1997. Ready to Die was released to critical acclaim and became a commercial success, achieving Gold certification. In 1995, it was certified double platinum by the (RIAA), and has since reached a certified 6x with sales. It was significant for revitalizing the scene, amid 's commercial dominance. The album's second single ' was nominated for a at the. Ready to Die has been regarded by many critics as one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time, as well as one of the best albums of the 1990s. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Background and recording [ ] The album was recorded in (mainly at ) in two stages between 1993 and 1994.