The song is Notorious B.I.G.'s second posthumous number one single, following "Hypnotize", making him the only artist in Hot 100 history to have two number one singles posthumously.
The song was nominated for the 1998 Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
The song features guest vocals from Mase and Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs.
The instrumental contains a sample of the Diana Ross song "I'm Coming Out", including backing vocals which repeat the title of that song.
The music video was directed by Hype Williams.