Cause Latins going platinum was destined to come! In February of 2010, the Bronx Community Board ruled to deny any type of street dedication to the legendary rapper Big Pun due to his “violent” lyrics and “constant drug references.” However, just a few days after the 14th anniversary of his death on February 7th, a few BX residents took it upon themselves to create their own street dedicated to the late Christopher Rios on 163rd street and Rodgers place in the Bronx. The “Big Pun Place” street sign was put up on the same corner of Pun’s huge mural. Check it out below.
#DJFunkFlexApp NEW MUSIC: Styles P ft. Chris Rivers & Vinnie Paz – War Room
In “War Room,” Paniro spits alongside of Chris Rivers, who is the late Big Pun’s son, and Vinnie. Rivers sounds a lot like his legendary father, but are the skills the same or even close? Listen and decide for yourself after the jump.
(Videos) IFWT Celebrates The 15th Anniversary Of Big Pun’s Capital Punishment
Today marks the 15th anniversary of the release of Big Pun’s debut and classic album, Capital Punishment. There’s no doubting that this album set the tone for Pun’s short but legendary career. The album peaked at #5 Billboard 200 charts and #1 on the Top R&B Albums chart for two weeks, was nominated for Best Rap Album at the 1999 Grammys, and was the first Latin hip hop record to go platinum. Sadly, this album was the only album released before Pun’s untimely death. Watch an interview with Pun about the album and some music videos from Capital Punishment below. RIP, Big Pun!
IFWT Remembers Big Pun: Still Not A Player Ft. Joe
Today for Big Pun’s birthday, we remember him and his music. One of his biggest hits was definitely “Still Not A Player” featuring Joe. Watch the video below. RIP, Pun! Julie A.
IFWT Remembers Big Pun: 100% ft. Tony Sunshine
Big Pun and Tony Sunshine took us to San Juan, PR in his video for 100% which was an instant hit! Watch the classic video below. Happy Birthday, Pun, we miss you! Julie A.
(Photos) Fat Joe Shares Classic Photos Of Big Pun On His Birthday
Fat Joe not only was a brother to Big Pun, but he was also a huge part of Pun’s success. Pun first appeared on Joe’s second album, Jealous One’s Envy and quickly became a part of Joe’s group, Terror Squad. The two became inseparable and developed a strong bond in life and musically, even getting arrested together back in ’98. Since Pun’s death in 2000, Fat Joe helped out Pun’s wife and children and continues to rep for Pun. Today, Fat Joe took to his Twitter account to tweet a message to his fallen brother and share some classic photos that fans sent him. Check out the accompanying gallery. RIP, Big Pun! Julie A.
