Musicians & Composers · 20th Century
The Notorious B.I.G.’s Last Words
“Unknown — he died at the scene.”— The Notorious B.I.G., March 9, 1997
Who Was The Notorious B.I.G.?
The Notorious B.I.G. (Christopher Wallace) was one of the greatest rappers in hip-hop history, known for his rich storytelling, flow, and complex rhymes on albums Ready to Die and Life After Death.
The Final Moments
Biggie was shot in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles while leaving the Soul Train Music Awards. He died at the scene — just six months after Tupac's murder. His murder also remains unsolved.
Are These Words Verified?
Official records confirm Biggie was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He never regained consciousness after the shooting and no last words were recorded.
Sources
- archive LAPD incident reports
- archive Autopsy report, Los Angeles
- biography Cheo Hodari Coker biography
Legacy
Biggie's rivalry and friendship with Tupac defined an era of hip-hop. Life After Death was released two weeks after his murder and debuted at number one.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were The Notorious B.I.G.’s last words?
“Unknown — he died at the scene.”
How did The Notorious B.I.G. die?
The Notorious B.I.G. died on March 9, 1997 at the age of 24. Cause of death: Multiple gunshot wounds.
Were The Notorious B.I.G.’s last words documented?
Official records confirm Biggie was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He never regained consciousness after the shooting and no last words were recorded.