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Artist · Harlem · 90s

Big L

Lamont Coleman, 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.

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Rank
#190
Era
90s
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No documented rap beefs.

Studio Albums
Lifestylez ov da Poor & Dangerous 1995
The Big Picture 2000
The Danger Zone 2011
L Corleone 2012
Harlem’s Finest: Return of the King 2025
Mixtapes
In Memory Of... Volume 2 2004
EPs
The Archives 1996–2000 2006
Big Daddy Kane
Big Daddy Kane was a major influence on Big L's style and delivery.
Mentored
Jay-Z
Big L and Jay-Z were both Harlem. Stretch and Bobbito freestyle together. Big L's death shook Jay-Z.
Friendship
Nas
Big L and Nas were considered the two greatest lyricists of their generation. Mutual respect.
Friendship
Kool G Rap
Kool G Rap and Big L are Queens/Harlem legends who influenced each other.
Friendship