The intriguing musical legacy of 2Pac continues to unfold, as revelations emerge about a potential collaborative project with the Southern hip-hop legends, Goodie Mob. In a recent interview with According 2 Hip Hop, published on Tuesday (November 28), Big Gipp hinted at an unfinished project that the iconic rapper and the Southern group were working on before his untimely passing.
“Before he got out [of] Death Row, he was already calling our office and was like, ‘Yo, when I get out, I’m comin’ to Atlanta,'” explained Big Gipp, shedding light on 2Pac’s intentions to explore new creative avenues. The rapper had already left his mark in New York and LA, and Atlanta seemed to be the next destination to conclude his illustrious career.
This revelation adds another layer to the complex relationship between 2Pac and Goodie Mob. Big Gipp had previously mentioned that 2Pac expressed interest in joining the group, showcasing the depth of their connection. However, in a 2021 interview, Gipp revealed that they declined the opportunity to collaborate with 2Pac due to reservations about being associated with Death Row at that particular time.
Despite the past decisions, Big Gipp has consistently voiced his deep admiration for Shakur. Earlier this year, he criticized Billboard and Vibe’s Top 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time list, asserting that if 2Pac were still alive, he would have lyrically surpassed JAY-Z. This sentiment reflects the enduring impact and influence that 2Pac continues to exert on the hip-hop landscape, even years after his passing.
As we uncover more about the collaborations that might have been, the mystique surrounding 2Pac’s unrealized projects only adds to the intrigue of his enduring legacy within the hip-hop genre.