Fat Joe recently opened up about an astonishing aspect of Big Pun’s talent, sharing that the late rapper used to compose entire songs while asleep.
During a candid interview on the Jay Shetty Podcast, Fat Joe reflected on his deep bond with Big Pun and revealed how his friend’s narcolepsy turned into an unexpected asset in their creative process.
“He was so good. He was like a freak of nature, bro. He was a genius,” Fat Joe expressed. “He was so much better than me, like light years [ahead] of me. He actually taught me how to make hits, even though I discovered him.”
Describing Pun’s unique approach, Joe continued: “He had narcolepsy or something, where he would fall asleep right on you. He would wake up and be like, ‘Pass me the book!’ He would have a whole song.”
“He would write it in his sleep. This guy was phenomenal. From the first time I ever heard him, I knew, like, ‘This guy is the greatest. He’s the best.’ It was another level.”
Fat Joe’s revelations add another layer to Big Pun’s legacy, reinforcing his place in the G.O.A.T. conversation and highlighting the extraordinary talent that made him a legend.
