Freestyle music has a unique fanbase in the whole world. It has been noticed that almost every adult has some freestyle music in his playlist. It is only because of the talented singers of the American music industry, which has impressed a considerable number of people. Here we talk about the very impressive American rapper named Big L. He is a reason behind the success of the rap industry because of his several contributions as a rapper and song lyricist. If you have not yet had any idea regarding him, then you should better utilize some time in knowing about his past and struggle time and achievements which he made because of his talent.

Early life

Lamont Coleman, who is well recognized as Big L, was born on May 30, 1974, in the Harlem region of New York City. He was born to Charles Davis and Gilda Terry and was the youngest child to the parents. Due to some disputed, Davis left the family, and Big L was a small child at that time. He was called by various nicknames from his childhood days, such as Little L and Mont Mont. He got to know about his interest in music when he was 12 years old and started taking lessons and practicing it with the neighbors.

If we talk about the schooling of Big L, he went to Julia High School for junior-level studies. When he attended high school, his primary focus was on freestyle music which is why he battled in his own hometown. IF you have watched his latest interview, he has mentioned that during the struggle period, he was battling everyone around him by rhyming in hallways, friends, and beating on walls. He finally got graduated in 1992, and at that time, he becomes very professional in writing rhymes.

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Career beginning

Coleman started his music career in 1992 by working on some demos, and few of which were selected to get featured on the debut album. He is also termed as the founder of the Harlem Rap group with, MurdaMase, Killa Cam, and McGruff. In February, he also made an appearance in Yo! MTV Raps. His debut as a professional artist appeared in Yes You May and was loved by a vast range of audiences in the entire world. You will be amazed to know that he was also honored with Amateur Freestyle Battle, which was an outstanding achievement as he was selected among 2000 contestants. Finally, he was signed by Columbia production and start getting recognition as a very talented rapper of the era.

The first promotional single by Coleman was Devil’s son, which was released in 1993. This single influenced him a lot which is the reason that he released various singles throughout that time.

Personal life

Big L has always kept his life personal which is the only reason that there is not even a minor clue about the status of his relations. Unfortunately, he died on February 15, 1999, after being shot nine times in the face and chest. It was a drive-by shooting, and his friend named Gerard Woodley was arrested for it after three months.