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Duets: The Final Chapter

The Notorious B.I.G. · 2005

73 min · 22 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A posthumous blend of gritty verses and soulful hooks, reflecting Biggie's enduring influence on hip-hop.

Duets: The Final Chapter is an album by The Notorious B.I.G., released in 2005. A posthumous blend of gritty verses and soulful hooks, reflecting Biggie's enduring influence on hip-hop. 'Duets: The Final Chapter' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, validating Biggie's lasting impact on the genre even after his death. The album also sparked conversations about the ethics of posthumous releases while featuring notable guest appearances that revived interest in his artistry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Duets: The Final Chapter sound like?

A posthumous blend of gritty verses and soulful hooks, reflecting Biggie's enduring influence on hip-hop. Rooted in hip-hop and gangsta rap.

What makes Duets: The Final Chapter by The Notorious B.I.G. notable?

'Duets: The Final Chapter' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, validating Biggie's lasting impact on the genre even after his death. The album also sparked conversations about the ethics of posthumous releases while featuring notable guest appearances that revived interest in his artistry. Released in 2005, 'Duets: The Final Chapter' came four years after The Notorious B.I.G.'s tragic death in 1997. This album was part of a series of posthumous releases aimed at showcasing his legacy and included collaborations with various artists, presenting a mix of unreleased material and reimagined tracks.

How many songs are on Duets: The Final Chapter?

Duets: The Final Chapter has 22 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

22 tracks·73:36

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 B.I.G. Live in Jamaica (intro) 1:23
  • 2 It Has Been Said 3:19
  • 3 Spit Your Game Standout 4:10
  • 4 Whatchu Want 3:55
  • 5 Get Your Grind On 5:25
  • 6 Living the Life 4:29
  • 7 The Greatest Rapper (interlude) 0:08
  • 8 1970 Somethin’ 3:26
  • 9 Nasty Girl Standout 4:46
  • 10 Living in Pain 4:02
  • 11 I’m With Whateva 2:34
  • 12 Beef 4:58
  • 13 My Dad (interlude) 0:11
  • 14 Hustler’s Story 5:48
  • 15 Breakin’ Old Habits 4:37
  • 16 Ultimate Rush 3:48
  • 17 Mi Casa 4:13
  • 18 Little Homie (interlude) 0:34
  • 19 Hold Ya Head Standout 2:46
  • 20 Just a Memory 4:31
  • 21 Wake Up 3:36
  • 22 Love Is Everlasting (outro) 0:57

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

73 min 36 sec