Earlier this year we celebrated the life of a legend, Big L, on the 10 year anniversary of his death. Over this past weekend (May 30th), what would have been Big L's 35th birthday passed. DJ Soul put together this collection of L's work including freestyles, songs, and collabos featuring some of the dopest verses you will hear in life. Says Soul of the project: "... I dropped this online mix to remind people why he was one of the illest. Shouts to Lord Finesse, DJ Premier, Rich King & the brother of Big L for their assistance and allowing the project to happen." Had this brotha just had a few more years for the world to hear his music, I think he would appear on a lot more "top ten dead or alive" lists. Follow me after the jump for the download link and tracklisting.
Yesterday marked the 10 year anniversary of the untimely death of Harlem MC Big L. Another shinning star in Hip-Hop put out far too soon due to senseless violence. For those of you who weren't able to appreciate L's music while he was alive, below is one of the songs that really displays the lyricism he was known for. I know we, as fans, have a habit of posthumously turning rappers into legends, but in L's case I think it is warranted.