He was a popular solo performer who also performed in the hip hop group n. Eric eazye wright forever changed music and popular culture. He is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of gangsta rap, who initially rose to fame as the founder of the rap group n. It was received well amongst fans, particularly in california. This is a rerelease of the 1995 and 2003 releases of eternal e a collection of eazyes various tracks both solo and with n. Wright is affectionately called the godfather of gangsta rap. Becoming one of the godfathers of gangsta rap and solidifying an unattainable legacy is a feat only few achieve. The defiant ones tv miniseries documentary performer 2 episodes. Oct 16, 2016 on a mission to find the real answers, eazy e s family has launched a kickstarter campaign to produce a documentary that reveals what they believe led to his death.
In addition, he released several notable artists on his ruthless records label including but not limited to jada michelle, the d. As eazye, his daughter ebie wright is looking to make a documentary film about what she describes as a murder conspiracy against him, as rolling stone. Disc 2 is an eightsong compilation of previously unreleased music recorded late in 1994 and just prior to eazy s death in early 1995. Known for his unique style of delivery, overthetop lyrics, and raw sex appeal, eazy e was indeed a rapstar beyond comparison.
Eazyes family is gunning for a documentary about his. Eazy e hey yo doctor, heres another proper track and its phat, watch the sniper, time to pay the piper and let that real shit provoke, so yous a wanna be loc and youll get smoked and i hope that yer fans understand when ya talk about sprayin me, the same records that ya makin is payin me. After releasing solo lps and group albums from 1987 to 1991, the crew officially disbanded. Eazye biography documentary this is his story full. Disc 1 is a wellproduced, informative dvdformat documentary. Oct 10, 2019 eric lynn wright born september 7, 1963. Eric lynn wright, better known by his stage name eazye, was an american rapper. With eazy e, antoine carraby, jerry heller, gregory hutchinson. Vimeo is an amazing video service for original creative work, but its also a company with real human employees. Theres an eazy e documentary coming out soon complex. More significantly, eazy e s death from aids was an entire generations wakeup call.
On a mission to find the real answers, eazyes family has launched a kickstarter campaign to produce a documentary that reveals what they believe led. The godfather of gangsta rap is immortalised in a seaside town with no known hiphop heritage. Dre 187um killa is an ep by rapper eazye released in 1993. Straight outta compton reaction from eazyes daughter. After dropping out of high school in the tenth grade, he supported himself primarily by selling drugs before investing. Eric eazy e wright forever changed music and popular culture. Eazy e continued as a solo artist releasing three solo projects. Eazyes daughter is trying to make a documentary about. Lil eazy e licensed to youtube by umg on behalf of frontline catalog p81. Now imma break it down and tell a story about a nigga in the wrong territory sharon and shide is who he had to meet he made a right turn down the wrong street now whatta whatta whatta whatta pitty a new jack. Wright, recently chatted with city pages about what she remembers from her childhood with her dad, and she shared her thoughts about eazys portrayal in straight outta compton.
Well if its on motherfucker then its on g now if its on motherfucker than its on g hey mister prankster prankster story book gangster back in 86 you wore pumps and masscara down did the motherfuckin wreckin crew bid but once a bitch always a bitch and now the fuckin switch fag with a steathoscope now you sag body slammn bitches makes dre a. Track 17 is a bonus track by eazy e s son lil e, that did not appear on the 2003 rerelease. Cause of death aids induced pneumonia burial place rose hills memorial park occupation rapper, record producer, entrepreneur spouses tomica woods m. Eazye, who died unexpectedly from what doctors said were complications of the aids virus, was widely heralded as the godfather of gangsta rap, yet even that is an understatement. Eric lynn wright, better known by his stage name eazy e, was an american rapper fondly called the the godfather of gangsta rap by his fans. Eric lynn wright september 7, 1963 march 26, 1995, known professionally as eazye, was an american rapper and rap mogul who propelled west coast rap and gangsta rap by leading the group n. It looks like we dont have any akas for this title yet. Eazye has been called the godfather of gangsta rap. Eric lynn wright, better known by his stage name eazye, was an american rapper who performed solo. Eazyes daughter to make documentary on the late legend bet. Dre started feuding a feud that grew to embroil most of ruthless records and dr. Dec 19, 2001 eazy e founded the groundbreaking rap quintet n.
Ruthless memories is a real look into the life and personality of histories most ground breaking, innovative gangster rapper. Eazyes daughter is trying to make a documentary about his. Eric lynn wright september 7, 1963 march 26, 1995, known professionally as eazye, was. Mar 29, 20 eazy e, who died unexpectedly from what doctors said were complications of the aids virus, was widely heralded as the godfather of gangsta rap, yet even that is an understatement. Known for his unique style of delivery, overthetop lyrics, and raw sex appeal, eazye was indeed a rapstar beyond comparison. This is a rerelease of the 1995 and 2003 releases of eternal e a collection of eazy e s various tracks both solo and with n. As an added bonus, there is an audio documentary featuring comments from the old n. Oct 14, 2016 more than 20 years after the death of n. Steve huey of allmusic said that he was one of the most controversial figures in gangsta rap. Ruthless memories, eazye documentary video 2012 imdb.
Although he would never achieve the astronomical success he received with n. The ep was certified 2x multiplatinum in 1994 by the riaa. Feb 28, 20 so a documentary about eazy e makes perfect sense. Mar 17, 2014 method man, 2pac, ice cube, eazy e built for this feat freddie gibbs new 2020 hd duration. Realscreen archive critical content preps eazye documentary. It seems eric does not get the full credit and admiration he deserves nor is he remembered for his accomplishments in the music and entertainment fields as well as the business man that he was. With eazye, antoine carraby, jerry heller, gregory hutchinson. Eric lynn wright, better known by his stage name eazye, was an american rapper who performed solo and as a member of the group nwa wright is affectionately called the godfather of gangsta rap. Unlike the previous versions, this rerelease includes a bonus dvd which contains 10 videos. Just click the edit page button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the akas submission guide. Dre 187um killa and a posthumous album str8 off tha streetz of muthaphukkin compton which both went multiplatinum.
Eazye was criticized by many people because of this, but was quoted by thigpen, i dont care what people say. Eric lynn wright, known professionally as eazy e, was an american rapper and rap mogul who propelled west coast rap and gangsta rap by leading the group n. In the documentary the life and timez of eric wright, eazye mentions collaborating with many of his influences. Eazy e s daughter plans to release a documentary on the late rapper, that will cover his entire life, and answer some questions surrounding his untimely death. Global indie content studio critical content is producing a documentary about eazye, the former nwa frontman and the godfather of gangsta.
Parte ii, o poderoso chefao, o poderoso chefao parte ii, the godfather ii o poderoso chefao ii. He was born to richard and kathie wright in compton, california. Track 17 is a bonus track by eazyes son lil e, that did not appear on the 2003 rerelease. Cd is packaged in a cardboard slipcover which has different artwork from the cd insert. Eric lynn wright, known professionally as eazye, was an american rapper and rap mogul who propelled west coast rap and gangsta rap by leading the group n. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our cookie policy. Eazye received support from his wife tomika woodswright, whom he married in the hospital days before he died. This film eternally captures in depth, personal thoughts and feelings from the people who were part of. Master p was disappointed with eazyes portrayal in. The documentary is out march 26, the same date of his death in 1995. Eazy had released his debut solo album in 1988, titled eazy duz it, which would ultimately be his only full length album. Eazye seaside memorial bench in newhaven unveiled bbc news. He died march 26, 1995 due to complications of pneumonia associated with aids.
True eazye fans are better off picking up the official impact of a legend dvd from ruthless. Eazy e was an american rapper who performed solo and in the hip hop group n. Method man, 2pac, ice cube, eazy e built for this feat freddie gibbs new 2020 hd duration. His condition quickly worsened, and eazy e passed away. Eazye hey yo doctor, heres another proper track and its phat, watch the sniper, time to pay the piper and let that real shit provoke, so yous a wanna be loc and youll get smoked and i hope that yer fans understand when ya talk about sprayin me, the same records that ya makin is payin me. Eric lynn wright, better known by his stage name eazye, was an american rapper fondly called the the godfather of gangsta rap by his fans.
Unlike the previous versions, this rerelease includes a bonus dvd which contains 10 videos and 3 psas from the kaiser family foundation. The godfather of gangsta rap mtvs reid shaheem said that eazy was a rappioneer, and he is sometimes cited by critics as a legend. True eazy e fans are better off picking up the official impact of a legend dvd from ruthless. When eazye was not helping people he was rapping about what he believed. More significantly, eazyes death from aids was an entire generations wakeup call.
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