The Herd with Colin Cowherd Joe and Jada - Lil Cease on The Notorious B.I.G. legacy, Junior M.A.F.I.A. & Tupac-Biggie beef
Sep 20, 2025
Lil Cease, a Junior M.A.F.I.A. rapper and protégé of The Notorious B.I.G., shares behind-the-scenes stories from the 90s hip-hop scene. He reveals how Biggie mentored him, crafted iconic lyrics, and influenced modern artists like Cardi B. The conversation also dives into Biggie's iconic recording sessions for hits like 'Hypnotize,' his love for Los Angeles, and a humorous missed meeting with Michael Jackson. Lil Cease reflects on the everlasting legacy of Biggie and Tupac while emphasizing the importance of hard work in the music industry.
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Biggie Wrote Early Verses For His Crew
- Lil Cease says Biggie wrote songs for Junior M.A.F.I.A. and often wrote verses for others early in their careers.
- Cease stopped relying on Biggie's writing after Biggie died and began writing his own rhymes.
The Car Crash Behind 'Cripple Me'
- Lil Cease recounts crashing a loaner Lumina van after their Lexus was in the shop, which inspired Biggie's "crippled me" line.
- The crash story involved being arrested for a blunt the day before and driving a faulty loaner with bad brakes.
How R&B Hooks Changed Hip-Hop
- Lil Cease and Jadakiss credit Puff Daddy for introducing R&B hooks and melodic beats to Biggie's music.
- That formula reshaped hip-hop and helped rappers reach mainstream charts and radio success.