The Notorious B.I.G.’s debut album, Ready to Die, is set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its release with a special 2-LP reissue featuring newly reimagined limited edition cover art. On September 13, Ready to Die (30th Anniversary) will be available as a double album on black vinyl from Rhino.com and biggiemerch.com, marking three decades since its original release in 1994.
Fans can pre-order the reissue at this link. Additionally, a color vinyl edition will be available exclusively at select retailers on the same day.
Earlier this year, the Library of Congress inducted Ready to Die into the National Recording Registry, solidifying its cultural and historical significance. The album’s lead single, “Juicy,” achieved gold certification upon its release and has since garnered over 1 billion streams. The track was also named the best hip-hop song of all time by the BBC. The second single, “Big Poppa,” also earned over 1 billion streams, topped the Rap and R&B charts, and was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance.
Ready to Die has been certified 6x platinum and is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever. The reissue promises to be a treat for long-time fans and new listeners alike, celebrating the legacy of The Notorious B.I.G. and his groundbreaking work.
Ready To Die (30th Anniversary) 2-LP Track Listing:
LP One: Side One
Intro
“Things Done Changed”
“Gimme The Loot”
“Machine Gun Funk”
“Warning”
Side Two
“Ready To Die”
“One More Chance”
“F*$K Me”
“The What”
“Juicy”
LP Two: Side One
“Every Day Struggle”
“Me & My Bitch”
“Big Poppa”
“Respect”
Side Two
“Friend of Mine”
“Unbelievable”
“Suicidal Thoughts”
“Who Shot Ya”
Don’t miss out on this iconic reissue and a chance to experience Ready to Die in a whole new way, honoring the profound impact The Notorious B.I.G. has had on the world of hip-hop.The post Celebrating 30 Years of a Classic: The Notorious B.I.G.’s “Ready to Die” Reissue first appeared on The Source.The post Celebrating 30 Years of a Classic: The Notorious B.I.G.’s “Ready to Die” Reissue appeared first on The Source.
