9) marks 21 years since 's untimely death, but the celebrated MC continues to live on through his music. You can hear his influence on nearly every other rapper in the game. And Biggie not only left a mark on fans and fellow hip-hip artists, but also on the Billboard charts. In addition to the chart love earned by his two studio albums ( Ready to Die and Life After Death), he also helped launch the careers of other artists including 112, Total, Lil Kim and Junior M.A.F.I.A. As we remember his sad passing, Billboard celebrates his life's work by counting down Biggie's top 15 songs on the Billboard Hot 100. 'Stop The GunFight' Trapp featuring 2pac, Notorious B.I.G.