Born and raised in Compton, a small yet violent city near Los Angeles, Wright had several legal troubles before founding Ruthless in 1987. After a short solo career with frequent collaboration with Ice Cube and Dr. Dre, they joined, forming N.W.A, later that year.
N.W.A's debut studio album, Straight Outta Compton, was released in 1988. Controversial upon release, it is now ranked among the greatest and most influential albums. The group released its third and final studio album, Niggaz4Life.
N.W.A began to split up after Jerry Heller became the band's manager. Dr. Dre recalls: "The split came when Jerry Heller got involved. He played the divide and conquer game. Instead of taking care of everybody, he picked one nigga to take care of and that was Eazy. And Eazy was like, 'I'm taken care of, so fuck it'." Dr. Dre and The D.O.C. sent Suge Knight to look into Eazy-E's financial situation as they began to grow suspicious of Eazy-E and Jerry Heller. Dr. Dre and The D.O.C. asked Eazy-E to release him from Ruthless, but Eazy-E refused. The impasse led to what reportedly transpired between Suge Knight and Eazy-E at the recording studio where Niggaz4life was recorded. After he refused to release Dr. Dre and The D.O.C., Suge Knight told Eazy-E that he had kidnapped Jerry Heller and was holding him prisoner in a van. This did not convince Eazy-E to release Dr. Dre and The D.O.C. from Ruthless, and Suge Knight threatened Eazy-E's family: Suge Knight gave Eazy-E a piece of paper that contained Eazy's mother's address, telling him, "I know where your mama stays." Eazy-E finally signed Dr. Dre and The D.O.C.'s releases, officially ending N.W.A.
The feud with Dr. Dre continued after a track on Dre's debut album The Chronic, "Fuck wit Dre Day (And Everybody's Celebratin')", contained lyrics that insulted Eazy-E. Eazy responded with the EP, It's On (Dr. Dre) 187um Killa, featuring the tracks "Real Muthaphuckkin G's" and "It's On". The album, which was released on October 25, 1993, contains pictures of Dre wearing "lacy outfits and makeup" when he was a member of the Electro-hop World Class Wreckin' Cru.
During N.W.A's splintering Eazy-E resumed his solo career released two EPs. Yet he remained more significant behind the scenes, signing and nationally debuting the rap group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony from 1993 to 1994.
On February 24, 1995, Wright was admitted to the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles with a violent cough. He was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. He announced his illness in a public statement on March 16, 1995. During the week of March 20, having already made amends with Ice Cube, he drafted a final message to his fans. On March 26, 1995, Eazy-E died from AIDS-induced pneumonia, one month after his diagnosis. He was 30 years old (most reports at the time said he was 31 due to the falsification of his date of birth by one year). He was buried on April 7, 1995, at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier, California. Over 3,000 people attended his funeral, including Jerry Heller and DJ Yella. He was buried in a gold casket, and was dressed in a flannel shirt, jeans, and his Compton hat. On January 30, 1996, ten months after Eazy-E's death, his final album, Str8 off tha Streetz of Muthaphukkin Compton was released.
Easy had 11 children, one of which, Eric, would start his own rap career under the name Lil Eazy-E.
Ole School S**t
Eazy-E Lyrics
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[Eazy E]
Hey Yella
kick that shit
199 muthaphukkin E
the muthaphukkin year
of the real muthphukkin' G's
and we gonna do this shit like this...
Nigga eva deadly
ya just don't know who ya fuckin' wit
so I suggest get in ya shit and keep truckin' bitch
before I get my gat ya pressure case
Blast blast I leave my gang bang layin' on ya face
I tattoe Dre name on my chest
cross it out just another nigga that I X-ed huh
and you won't see R.I.P.
you'll see P.N.D.
a Punk nigga deceased yeah
and the bitch that was yours will be mine buddy
all because ya woofed on a nigga that was nutty
and I had to make an example
nigga thinks I'm crazy now but that was just a sample
of a nigga with street wise reality
that don't give a fuck type Compton mentality
I stare back death right in the face
contemplate my last day on and everyday base
cause a nigga neva know when he go
I hope it only takes one shot
cause I don't want to die slow
my funeral will be full of my peers
people that neva gave a fuck about me droppin'
threw me tears
I hope I'm in the casket face down
so all you muthaphukkaz can kiss my black ass now
and fuck all that cryin' all night
just be happy that I'm rid of this fucked up life
Yeah, and now you see you can't handle me
I give a shout to Tonel and the Ruthless Phuckin Family.
[Eazy-E]
Out wit the old in with the muthaphukkin new
but check dis shit out I got somebody for ya bitch....
muthaphukka
[Sylk]
Now it's about time for the Sylk to speak
check dat ass last weak
you off the chronic and you tweak
speak when I feel
cause I'm as real as they come
I'm a bitch with a gun
neva run ain't for none
so step, step up
if ya want to test ya luck trick
Sister like Sylk
don't really giva a fuck bitch
punk bitches want to step phony speak howdy doody
I make ya self break ya self bitch you neva new me
yours truly no longer layin' in the cut
steady phuckin' shit up
neva see me shakin' my butt I strut
like a gangsta bitch no not a pranksta bitch
I'm quick to gank a bitch trick
peep game at this bitch as I shoot this
gangsta bitch steppin' rollin' wit da Ruthless.
[B.G. Knocc Out]
The are-you-T-H-L-E double S
yo it's the nigga knocc out
claim the block so nigga what's next
try to step and flex and get wrecked like a mac truck
I'm kickin', tah spittin' this funky shit to make a quick phat buck
I'm doggin' a dog you suckaz can't talk bout tip flip I rip shit
I'm stressin' "Damn 'cause", "Pick it back up"
Chillin up in the studio
with the Ruthless Family
fuck the Death Row Posse
yo them fools cannot handle me
Snoop and Andre ya come and try to fade the
Loc'ed out, Compton, Original Baby Gangsta
1-8-7's how we do it on the West
ya say ya shit is Chronic but to me it's more like stress
or should I say make my shit the stronic
Tha Dogg Pound don't want to step to the atomic dog
D-O-T-K-N-O-Double-see-O-you-T so muthaphukka come and phuck wit me.
"Come On", "Come On"
"This is just a little something to keep ya ass in check
Ruthless Muthaphukkin' Family ya still in effect"(x3)
"This is just a little something to keep ya ass in check
Ruthless Muthaphukkin' Family" "Kick That Shit"
[Eazy-E]
Jealousy is a muthaphukka when your the man
with the other hand I don't give a shit
clock a grip like no other can
want to be like me be a G like me
but I'm the nigga that made a G
outta the bitch D-are Eazy
I was the captain
Dre was my sidekick
everything was cool
till he wanted to get what I get
any other real G Eazy-Muthaphukkin-E
now claimin' you a G
how does it feel to be me
The lyrics to Eazy-E's song Ole School S**t are a rousing call to arms for gangsters to keep it real and to beware of those who step to them. The song features verses from Gangsta Dresta, B.G. Knocc Out, and Sylk, each of whom showcases their own brand of unapologetic Compton style. Eazy-E himself delivers a memorable verse, spitting rhymes about his experience as a gangsta and how he made his mark on the world. The heavy beat and aggressive delivery help to create a raw and unfiltered atmosphere, one in which the listener is left in no doubt that these are ruthless individuals who take what they want and don't back down from a fight.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of defiance and pride in being a member of the Ruthless Phuckin Family. The lyrics are filled with references to gang life in Compton, with lines about tattooing Dre's name on a chest, claiming blocks, and facing death every day. There is also a sense of camaraderie between the different rappers, all expressing their allegiance to Eazy-E and the Ruthless Phuckin Family. The song is an anthem for those who live in the rough and tumble world of the streets, where only the strong survive and where loyalty and respect are of the utmost importance.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Yella
Eazy-E addressing his DJ, DJ Yella
kick that shit
Ordering DJ Yella to start the beat
199 muthaphukkin E
Referring to the year 1990, the year of the release of Eazy-E's debut album
of the real muthphukkin' G's
Emphasizing the authenticity of the gangster lifestyle portrayed in the song
and we gonna do this shit like this...
Prepping the listeners for a real-life depiction of Compton gangster life
Nigga eva deadly
Claiming to be extremely dangerous
ya just don't know who ya fuckin' wit
Suggesting that others should be afraid to mess with him
so I suggest get in ya shit and keep truckin' bitch
Warning others to mind their own business and continue on their way
before I get my gat ya pressure case
Threatening to pull out a gun and cause harm
Blast blast I leave my gang bang layin' on ya face
Referencing the act of shooting someone and leaving them dead on the ground
I tattoe Dre name on my chest
Having previously been friends with Dr. Dre, but now having crossed him out
cross it out just another nigga that I X-ed huh
Showing disrespect and disregard to those he has a falling out with
and you won't see R.I.P.
Predicting that his enemies won't rest in peace after they die
you'll see P.N.D.
Referring to his own catchphrase 'Punk Nigga Deceased'
a Punk nigga deceased yeah
Proudly boasting that he has taken down someone who crossed him
and the bitch that was yours will be mine buddy
Threatening to steal someone's girlfriend, or possibly even wife
all because ya woofed on a nigga that was nutty
Claiming that the reason for his vengeance is because someone spoke out of turn to him
and I had to make an example
Justifying his aggressive behavior as a way to gain respect and establish dominance
nigga thinks I'm crazy now but that was just a sample
Suggesting that his violent behavior is just the tip of the iceberg
of a nigga with street wise reality
Boasting of his street smarts and know-how
that don't give a fuck type Compton mentality
Describing an uncompromising attitude only found in the harsh streets of Compton
I stare back death right in the face
Claiming that he is not afraid to die
contemplate my last day on and everyday base
Thinking of death as a reality and being prepared for it at any time
cause a nigga neva know when he go
Acknowledging the uncertainty of life and how it can end at any moment
I hope it only takes one shot
Wishing for a quick and painless death
cause I don't want to die slow
Not wanting to suffer before death
my funeral will be full of my peers
Predicting that many of his fellow gang members will attend his funeral
people that neva gave a fuck about me droppin'
Emphasizing the cold and lonely life of a gangster
threw me tears
Showing the emotion and sadness his death will cause
I hope I'm in the casket face down
Showing disrespect in death, even wishing to face downwards in his casket
so all you muthaphukkaz can kiss my black ass now
Disrespecting the living even in death
and fuck all that cryin' all night
Disapproving of mourning and crying over his death
just be happy that I'm rid of this fucked up life
Admitting that gangster life is not desirable, despite his tough exterior
Yeah, and now you see you can't handle me
Challenging anyone who dares to cross him
I give a shout to Tonel and the Ruthless Phuckin Family.
Acknowledging the support of his gang and showing solidarity
Out wit the old in with the muthaphukkin new
Suggesting that old gangsters are out and new ones are in
but check dis shit out I got somebody for ya bitch....
Introducing a new female gang member to the song
Now it's about time for the Sylk to speak
Handing the microphone over to Sylk, the female rapper
check dat ass last weak
Boasting about her physical appearance
you off the chronic and you tweak
Insinuating that others are mentally unstable due to drug use
speak when I feel
Only speaking up when necessary
cause I'm as real as they come
Claiming to be authentic and genuine
I'm a bitch with a gun
Describing herself as a tough and violent person
neva run ain't for none
Refusing to back down from a fight
so step, step up
Challenging anyone who dares to cross her
if ya want to test ya luck trick
Issuing a warning to those who cross her
Sister like Sylk
Referencing herself as a strong female figure
don't really giva a fuck bitch
Not caring about what others think of her
punk bitches want to step phony speak howdy doody
Referring to people who speak inauthentically and disrespectfully
I make ya self break ya self bitch you neva new me
Threatening to cause harm to those who cross her
yours truly no longer layin' in the cut
Claiming that she is no longer hiding in the shadows and is ready to be noticed
steady phuckin' shit up
Causing trouble and chaos wherever she goes
neva see me shakin' my butt I strut
Showing that she is not interested in dancing or frivolity
like a gangsta bitch no not a pranksta bitch
Acknowledging that she is not a fake or phony
I'm quick to gank a bitch trick
Showing that she is not afraid to resort to violence
peep game at this bitch as I shoot this
Asking others to notice and admire her prowess
gangsta bitch steppin' rollin' wit da Ruthless.
Proudly announcing her affiliation with the Ruthless gang
The are-you-T-H-L-E double S
Spelling out his name 'Tha LoopHole'
yo it's the nigga knocc out
Introducing himself as Knocc Out
claim the block so nigga what's next
Boasting that he has control of his territory and can handle anything that comes his way
try to step and flex and get wrecked like a mac truck
Warning anyone who tries to mess with him that they will face the consequences
I'm kickin', tah spittin' this funky shit to make a quick phat buck
Saying that he is rapping for financial gain
I'm doggin' a dog you suckaz can't talk bout tip flip I rip shit
Boasting about being better than others
I'm stressin' "Damn 'cause", "Pick it back up"
Showing the pressure and stress of the rap game
Chillin up in the studio
Describing his recording process
with the Ruthless Family
Stating that he is part of the Ruthless gang
fuck the Death Row Posse
Showing rivalry between his gang and the Death Row gang
yo them fools cannot handle me
Boasting that no one can beat him
Snoop and Andre ya come and try to fade the
Referencing the rivalry between Death Row and N.W.A.
Loc'ed out, Compton, Original Baby Gangsta
Describing his gangster identity
1-8-7's how we do it on the West
Referencing the violence and murder in gang life
ya say ya shit is Chronic but to me it's more like stress
Dismissing the hype around the Chronic album
or should I say make my shit the stronic
Rhyming while also suggesting that his music is better
Tha Dogg Pound don't want to step to the atomic dog
Challenging another rap group, The Dogg Pound
D-O-T-K-N-O-Double-see-O-you-T so muthaphukka come and phuck wit me.
Spelling out his name and daring anyone who thinks they can beat him
"Come On", "Come On"
Encouraging the audience to keep listening and stay hyped
"This is just a little something to keep ya ass in check
Acknowledging that his music is a reminder to stay on your toes
Ruthless Muthaphukkin' Family ya still in effect"
Showing allegiance to the Ruthless gang
Jealousy is a muthaphukka when your the man
Admitting that jealousy is an issue even when you have power
with the other hand I don't give a shit
Suggesting that he doesn't let jealousy control his actions
clock a grip like no other can
Making a lot of money and showing that he is better than others
want to be like me be a G like me
Suggesting that others should emulate his behavior
but I'm the nigga that made a G
Claiming responsibility for his own successes
outta the bitch D-are Eazy
Describing how he helped to shape Dr. Dre's identity
I was the captain
Showing that he was in charge of his gang
Dre was my sidekick
Describing his relationship with Dr. Dre
everything was cool
Saying that things used to be good
till he wanted to get what I get
Suggesting that Dr. Dre became jealous of Eazy-E's success
any other real G Eazy-Muthaphukkin-E
Claiming to be the real gangster, not Dr. Dre or anyone else
now claimin' you a G
Suggesting that others should not claim to be gangsters like he is
how does it feel to be me
Boasting that he is the epitome of a true gangster
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANDRE WICKER, ANTOINE CARABY, ARLANDIS HINTON, DAVID WELDON, ERIC WRIGHT, LAMAR JOHNSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mister Perfect
this beat is far better than Dr. Dre's weak-ass chronic beats
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@Mister Perfect he ripped off alot of rappers sadly
Mister Perfect
@panama2468 I only like one song in The Cronic. Nothing but a G thang. Later I found it was a rip-off from Leone Howard's song. Then I lost respect for Dr. Are. He didn't even mention the original artist's name. In straight of Compton Dre acts like he invented that beat 😂
Jay Nayak
Tipo . But respect legend dre
panama2468
Chronic beats was amazing too. This just had a more gritty feel.
Hassan Bakir
Damn right
R.I.P EAZY E
TIPLE OG DA COMPTON THUGSTA
Wahu Dub
One of his best songs 🔥🔥
Litorod sk8
ruthless muthaphukkin family😎🎶🔥👑💙
Lito sk8 Rod
Yeah lito😎
Baby W
I’m only four years old and I love to rap to this song 😂😂😎