Big L

Who's real? Who's fake?

Notable lines from many different revered lyricists.

More than a coincidence in the rap game?

TIHH: Jay-Z and Big L spit one of the most epic radio freestyles in hip-hop history.

Cheers to the memories.

An all-star salute to hip-hop's fallen soldiers.

Who doesn't like a little bit of hardcore rap from time to time? XXL highlights 50 of the most violent lyrics we've come across throughout the years.

XXL takes a look at the best rap albums released every summer since 2000.

Their music lives on.

XXL ranks the best posthumous hip-hop albums of all time.

A look back at some of the greats.