Lil’ Kim is set to receive a towering tribute in her hometown!

Queen Bee will illuminate New York City’s iconic Empire State Building in celebration of the 30th anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album, ‘Hard Core.’

The special honor arrives as the Rap pioneer gears up for a pair of historic Brooklyn concerts commemorating the double-platinum project.

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On November 12, exactly 30 years after ‘Hard Core’ arrived in 1996, Kim will take part in a special ceremony at the Empire State Building, where she’ll officially flip the switch.

The landmark’s famous tower lights will shine a potent shade of pink in recognition of the GRAMMY-winning star and her enduring musical legacy.

The celebration continues on November 18 and 19 with ‘Hard Core Symphony’ at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre.

As reported, the special production will see Kim deliver her first-ever orchestral concert alongside Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra.

Originally announced as a one-night affair, the extravaganza expanded to two shows after the November 19 performance sold out in just four days.

The all-Black ensemble will reimagine classics including ‘Crush on You,’ ‘No Time,’ ‘Big Momma Thang,’ and ‘Not Tonight (Ladies Night Remix).’

Executive produced by The Notorious B.I.G., ‘Hard Core’ became a defining release in female Rap, establishing Kim as one of the genre’s most influential voices.

Three decades on, the Brooklyn native is bringing the celebration back to where it all began.

Tickets for the special concerts are available via Kings Theatre.

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