Directed by , the official music video is recognized for its sleek, cinematic style and emotional weight.
: Because the sample was not cleared before release, Sting successfully sued for 100% of the song's publishing royalties , reportedly earning him roughly $2,000–$5,000 per day. Directed by , the official music video is
: It was the first rap song by a male artist to debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it remained for 11 consecutive weeks. "I'll Be Missing You" was a massive commercial
"I'll Be Missing You" was a massive commercial and critical success: reportedly earning him roughly $2
The track is famous for its heavy use of classic musical elements:
: The video concludes with a photo of The Notorious B.I.G., memorializing his life with his birth and death dates.
Experience the original tribute and see the remastered visual versions of this iconic 90s music video: