Looking at the early careers, defining friendship, and unfortunate fallout between two of the most legendary rappers of all time: Tupac & Notorious B.I.G.

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In the early 1990s, two men exploded onto the music scene. Each came from tough beginnings, but their meteoric rise gave volume to their voices, highlighting their talent and larger-than-life personalities. Their friendship seemed poised to change hip-hop forever, but the fame, wealth, and influence also introduced chaos and mistrust, leading both to a tragic end. Today, in celebration of 250 episodes of Red Web, we explore the lives and relationships of Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G.

Sensitive topics: murder, drug use, sexual assault

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