Eazy-E was at the forefront of gangsta rap. His criminal past greatly influenced his life. Eric passed away on March 26, 1995, but thanks to his creative heritage, Eazy-E is remembered to this day.
Gangsta rap is a style of hip hop. It is characterized by themes and lyrics that usually highlight the gangster lifestyle, OG and Thug-Life.
The childhood and youth of the rapper
Eric Lynn Wright (real name of the rapper) was born on September 7, 1964 in Compton, USA. The head of the Riard family worked at the post office, and Katie's mother worked at school.
The boy grew up in one of the most criminal cities in the country. Eric repeatedly recalled that his childhood was spent among marginals and crime bosses.
At school, the young man studied poorly. Soon he was expelled from the educational institution. Eric had no choice but to go drug dealing.
The rapper's friends said that Eric self-created the image of a "bad boy" in order to protect himself from where he grew up. The guy sold light drugs, he never participated in robberies and murders.
Eric changed his lifestyle after his cousin was killed in a gang war. At that moment, he realized that he would no longer go to the "rotten path." Wright decided to take up music.
As a teenager, Eric recorded his first composition in the style of gangsta rap. Interestingly, he recorded the song in his parents' garage. In 1987, Wright set up his own record label, Ruthless Records, using drug proceeds.
Creative way Eazy-E
Eric's recording studio has evolved. It recorded compositions by Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and Arabian Prince. By the way, together with Wright, the rappers created the NWA musical project. In the same year, the presentation of the debut album NWA and the Posse took place. And in the following year, the band's discography was replenished with the Straight Outta Compton LP.
In 1988, Eazy-E presented his debut solo album to fans of his work. The record was warmly received by music critics and music lovers. The LP has sold over 2 million copies.
This period of time is marked not only by the release of a solo album. Relations between the members of the NWA group began to deteriorate noticeably. Ice Cube left the band for this very reason after the release of the second album. With the arrival of Jerry Heller, producer and director of Ruthless Records, relations in the group heated up. A very strong scandal occurred between Eazy-E and Dr. Dre.
Heller began to single out Eric from the background of the rest of the group. Actually, this served as the fact that relations in the team deteriorated. Dr. Dre wanted to terminate the contract with Eric's recording studio, but was rebuffed. During the conflict, the rapper threatened to deal with the Wright family. Eric didn't risk it and let Dr. Dre in free swimming. After the departure of rapper Eazy-E disbanded the NWA
The rapper's repertoire includes several outstanding works with other representatives of the American rap scene. He recorded songs with Tupac, Ice-T, Redd Foxx and others. Eric Wright influenced the emergence of gangsta rap.
Fans who want to get into the creative biography of the rapper should watch the movie The Life and Times of Eric Wright. This is not the only biopic about the famous Eazy-E.
Eazy-E's personal life
Eric Wright's personal life is a closed book. Biographers of the artist call a different number of illegitimate children. Some sources indicate that the celebrity has 11 illegitimate children, others say that he had 7 children.
But reliable sources say that the eldest son's name is Eric Darnell Wright. The guy was born in 1984. Interestingly, Wright Jr. also followed in his father's footsteps. He is engaged in music and is the owner of a recording studio. Erin Bria Wright (daughter of Eric Darnell Wright) also chose the musical field for herself.
Eazy-E was a loving man. He enjoyed genuine interest among the fairer sex. Wright had many serious and fleeting relationships.
Officially, the rapper was married only once. His wife's name was Tomika Woods. The performer met his future wife in 1991, in a nightclub. Interestingly, the wedding of lovers took place already in the hospital, 12 days before the death of the rapper.
Interesting facts about Eazy-E
- The rapper had a special ritual before going outside. He hid $2 in a sock. According to his friend from the Big A area, Eric hid the currency everywhere. He hid some in his parents' garage and some in his trendy Levi's jeans.
- Eric was buried in style. His body was buried in a golden coffin, he was dressed in jeans and a cap that says Compton.
- Eazy-E has been a member of the Kelly Park Compton Crips since he was 13 years old. But Eric didn't kill or take part in gunfights.
- The American performer supported Bush in the elections. This event took place in 1991. It was a very unexpected move for a rapper whose repertoire includes Fuck the Police.
- For each of his illegitimate children, Eric transferred $ 50 thousand to the account.
Death of a rapper
In 1995, Eric Wright was taken to the Los Angeles Medical Center. He was hospitalized with a severe cough. At first, doctors diagnosed the rapper with Asthma. But later it turned out that he had AIDS. The celebrity decided to share this news with fans. March 16, 1995 Eric told the "fans" about a terrible disease. Shortly before his death, he reconciled with Ice Cube and Dr. Dre.
On March 26, 1995, the rapper died. He died from complications of AIDS. The funeral took place on April 7 at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. The funeral of a celebrity was attended by over 3 thousand people.
