The Notorious B.I.G. Popular Song Rankings [2025]

JuicyThe Notorious B.I.G.1rank/position

The Notorious B.I.G. – Juicy (Official Video) [4K]

When it comes to hip-hop classics that define the 1990s, you can’t leave out the track released in 1994 by American rapper The Notorious B.

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As the lead single from his debut album Ready to Die, it stands out for its autobiographical depiction of the journey from poverty to success.

The song is widely regarded as one of the most important in hip-hop history and has been highly praised by numerous media outlets and music critics.

The music video, directed by Sean Combs, is also highly memorable, and it’s unquestionably a must-listen masterpiece for anyone who wants to experience the essence of classic hip-hop.

Big PoppaThe Notorious B.I.G.2rank/position

The Notorious B.I.G. – Big Poppa (Official Music Video) [HD]

The Notorious B.

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is a legendary rapper who is indispensable when talking about East Coast hip-hop.

He’s known for having escalated a feud with Tupac Shakur—once a close friend—and became a central figure in the East Coast–West Coast rivalry.

His style embodies the East Coast’s signature, stylish flow.

“Big Poppa” is a track where you can savor that style in its entirety.

It’s not necessarily a flashy song, but from the rhymes to the production to the flow, everything is effortlessly cool—undeniably a smooth, head-nodding piece of hip-hop.

HypnotizeThe Notorious B.I.G.3rank/position

Hypnotize (2014 Remaster)

Notorious B.

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’s classic “Hypnotize.” You know—the one with the iconic “biggie, biggie, biggie~.” What’s interesting about his tracks is that they don’t feel all that old-school even as time passes.

The vibe is more like “super smooth and gritty.” In battles, when dancers perform to this track, most go for a stylish, visually appealing approach.

Since it’s not the kind of song that gets the crowd hyped, it’s a bit more challenging to dance to.

For those approaching the intermediate level, I think it makes a great practice track.

Nasty GirlThe Notorious B.I.G. ft. Diddy, Nelly, Jagged Edge & Avery Storm4rank/position

The Notorious B.I.G. – Nasty Girl (Official Music Video) [HD]

The Notorious B.

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(known as Biggie) was a legendary rapper who was active in the 1990s.

In the mid-90s, he became embroiled in the East Coast–West Coast rivalry in the hip-hop label scene, during which two great rappers—2Pac and Biggie—were shot and killed.

Here is one of his classic tracks.

Mo Money Mo Problems (feat. Puff Daddy & Mase)The Notorious B.I.G.5rank/position

Mo Money Mo Problems (feat. Puff Daddy & Mase) (Radio Mix) (2014 Remaster)

A gangsta rap track released in 1997 by The Notorious B.

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The slick rhythm and choral work shine, but the song’s subject is a harsh money problem.

As your income goes up and you get rich, life gets easier but you’re more likely to get dragged into trouble.

He’s a gangster, not a regular working stiff.

The man in this song doesn’t hesitate to take risks to get money.

He refuses to lose any confrontation.

It makes you realize there are worlds like this out there.

Only You112 ft. The Notorious B.I.G. & Mase6rank/position

112 [feat. The Notorious B.I.G. & Mase] – Only You [Remix] (Official Music Video)

112 released their album “112” in 1996 and put out the single “Only You.” The track became a hit, reaching number one on Hot Dance Singles Sales and on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay.

Suicidal ThoughtsThe Notorious B.I.G.7rank/position

Suicidal Thoughts (2005 Remaster)

A track by the American rapper The Notorious B.

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It samples Brethren’s 1970 track “Outside Love.” Released in 1994, it is included on the album Ready to Die, which has been highly praised by various music magazines.