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Hidden Gems: 2Pac's "Pain" Featuring Stretch

10 Oct 2026 · 36 min

The episode examines the history and significance of the rare 2Pac track titled “Pain,” which originally appeared solely on the cassette version of the 1994 soundtrack for the film Above the Rim. It highlights the intricate dynamics between Tupac Shakur and his former collaborator Stretch, detailing how their close friendship deteriorated following the infamous Quad Recording Studios shooting in Manhattan. The episode further recounts how Stretch expressed frustration over these public accusations and suggested that Tupac accidentally shot himself during the robbery attempt. In an eerie historical coincidence, Stretch was tragically killed in a shooting exactly one year to the minute after the Manhattan attack that wounded Tupac. Finally, the piece notes that despite its initial limited release and absence from modern streaming services, the song eventually received a wider audience through a 2007 remix featuring Styles P and Butch Cassidy. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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