The Notorious B.I.G : Origins, Struggles & Rise – Part 1 | The Hip Hop Files Podcast

Update: 2025-09-13

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In Part 1 of our story on The Notorious B.I.G., we trace the origins of Christopher Wallace — from his early life in Brooklyn to the struggles that shaped him. His journey reflects music history, true crime, and the gangster stories that surrounded New York in the 1990s.

This episode explores his environment, the challenges he faced, and the foundations of the lyrical genius who would become Biggie Smalls. We look at the influences that fuelled his rise in hip hop, the battles of street life, and how his storytelling began to set him apart in rap’s golden era.

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The Notorious B.I.G : Origins, Struggles & Rise – Part 1 | The Hip Hop Files Podcast

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The Notorious B.I.G : Origins, Struggles & Rise – Part 1 | The Hip Hop Files Podcast

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The Notorious B.I.G : Origins, Struggles & Rise – Part 1 | The Hip Hop Files Podcast