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Lamont "Big L" Coleman, a prominent figure in the underground hip-hop scene, was tragically killed on February 15, 1999, in Harlem, New York. At the age of 24, Big L was fatally shot nine times in a drive-by shooting near his home. Known for his exceptional freestyling skills and lyrical prowess, Big L had made a significant impact on the hip-hop community with his debut album, "Lifestylez ov da Poor & Dangerous," and was poised for greater success. His untimely death sent shockwaves through the ...Read More
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Lamont Big L Coleman
Male
Black / African American
Manhattan
NY
1999-02-15
24
Lamont
Coleman
11/22/2025
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I've been thinking about how much potential Big L had and how often he gets overlooked when people t... ...Read More
05/21/2024
05/21/2024
I’ve been revisiting Big L’s music recently, and man, his talent was undeniable. It got me think... ...Read More
10/25/2023
10/25/2023
