Can you believe it was almost 18 years ago one of the most iconic poses in Hip-Hop history was set ablaze the world? Way before you were doing the prayer hands for the trap lords pose but in between the peace sign and “jail” pose, you may have noticed a few posters around big cities of Queen Bee, Lil’ Kim.

After hearing her on legendary “Get Money” with the legendary Notorious B.I.G, Playa’s Anthem as the only female in Junior Mafia it was time for her come out with her own album. Her debut album, Hardcore entered the world November 12, 1996 and has went double platinum since it’s release along with albums, The Naked Truth, La Bella Mafia and Notorious K.I.M. reaching high peaks of platinum status. But what if the petite wordsmith never uttered a word on the mic? A few of your favorite songs would not have existed, altering our future of upcoming male and female artists. Follow along.

Lil Kim will be performing at The Source 360 concert Saturday September 20th, get tickets HERE