In the mid-90s, E-40 was the undisputed king of the Bay Area rap scene. Meanwhile, The Notorious B.I.G. had already claimed the title of King of New York. In this episode of Rap Lore, we explore the crazy story of how these two legends almost came to blows - and how it nearly cost Biggie his life.The beef allegedly started when Biggie completely dismissed E-40's skills in an interview, saying he didn't "f with him at all." Word got back to the Bay, and some of E-40's people decided Biggie needed to pay for the disrespect. They set up a fake show in Sacramento to lure Big out to Cali.After a disastrous show, Biggie and his crew found themselves held at gunpoint by shooters ready to retaliate for the interview. E-40 himself had to intervene over the phone and give Biggie a pass. The wildest part? The interview that started it all might not have even been real.E-40 and Biggie eventually squashed the beef, and even had plans to collab before B.I.G.'s untimely death. But man, hip-hop history could look real different if that night in Sac had gone another way. Click subscribe for more hip-hop stories and let us know what you think went down between E-40 and Biggie in the comments!#raplore #e40 #biggiesmalls 🎤🎤🎤Welcome to Rap Lore, where the hidden stories of Hip Hop and Rap come alive! 🔥 Get ready for a rollercoaster ride as we peel back the curtain and reveal the untold secrets that shaped the rap game. From gritty street tales to mind-bending scandals, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to uncover the truth. Delve into the dark underbelly of your favorite artists' lives, exploring their brushes with crime, intriguing controversies, and even their rise from the shadows. Join us on this thrilling journey as we decode the cryptic lyrics, dissect the rap beefs, and unearth the fascinating connections that make this culture so captivating. Don't miss out on exclusive sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes revelations—follow us now on Snapchat ➡ https://bit.ly/3BAB9eB 📸Get ready to immerse yourself in the Rap Lore experience and discover the extraordinary stories that shaped the legends of Hip Hop! 🎵🌟