Hypnotize (2007: Remaster)

: The track’s infectious bassline is built around a sample of Herb Alpert's 1979 jazz hit "Rise" . Interestingly, it was the first time Alpert ever approved another musician sampling that specific song.

: While Biggie originally recorded the hook himself, the final version features uncredited vocals by Pamela Long from the R&B group Total. Hypnotize (2007 Remaster)

: Produced by Diddy (Sean "Puffy" Combs) and Stevie J, the 2007 remaster brings out the crispness of the bass and the clarity of Biggie's intricate lyricism. Lyrics Highlight The chorus is one of the most recognizable in music: : The track’s infectious bassline is built around