30 Years of "All Eyez On Me"

It was Tupac’s first work after signing with Death Row and his first major project after his release from prison: In 1996, All Eyez On Me was released on Death Row and Interscope. February 13, 2026, marked the 30th anniversary of the release.

First Solo Double Album in Hip-Hop and Number 1 on the Billboard 200

The Source calls it the first solo double album in hip-hop. The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 and sold 566,000 copies in its first week. Of the five singles, “How Do U Want It” and “California Love” reached number 1 on the Hot 100. In 2014, the RIAA certified the album Diamond.

The Trade Press Looks Back, the Grammy Hall of Fame Honors

For the anniversary, retrospectives appeared in the trade press, including in The Source. The Grammy Hall of Fame honor had been announced on February 11. A few months later, in September, the 30th anniversary of his death followed; see the report of September 13.