Big L
American rapper (1974–1999)
Biography
Lamont Coleman (May 30, 1974 – February 15, 1999), known professionally as Big L, was an American rapper and record producer. Emerging from Harlem in New York City in 1992, Big L became known among underground hip-hop fans for his freestyling ability. He was eventually signed to Columbia Records, where, in 1995, he released his debut studio album, Lifestylez ov da Poor & Dangerous. He was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Harlem in 1999.
Big L was noted for his use of wordplay, and writers at AllMusic, HipHopDX, and The Source have praised him for his lyrical ability. Henry Adaso described him as "one of the most talented poets in hip-hop history".
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Career highlights
Genres
- East Coast hip-hop
- hardcore hip-hop
- gangsta rap
- horrorcore
- underground hip-hop
Instruments
- voice
Quick answers about Big L
- How old was Big L?
- Big L died on February 15, 1999 at the age of 24.
- When is Big L's birthday?
- Big L was born on May 30, 1974.
- Where was Big L born?
- Big L was born in Harlem.
- What is Big L's zodiac sign?
- Big L's zodiac sign is Gemini.
- What is Big L's nationality?
- Big L is a citizen of United States.
- What does Big L do?
- Big L is known as rapper, music executive, record producer, songwriter.