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.
Wut Would U Do
Eazy-E Lyrics
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Death row is looked upon as the studio gansters of the 90's
A joke hahahaha in a gamecalled 5 minutes of fame you wasted
4 mimutes now you got seconds left kick it
Come one come all and let me ride nigga
Eazy-e cpt how the hell you figure
To be the best on the west hu ya
Fool loked down this is east side nigga
So when a dog pound crip you want to scrap
And that comin straight from the ruthless ganster eazy-e
Now what would I do haha lets see
Now I would take on sugas locked down the row
Since dre is a bitch pimp slap the hoe
Now I'm seeing doubles man two dogs in a huddle
Aa god dame now diggidi daze I biggidi blast
On right one and smoke that azz
Now Kurupt don't even set trip
Yellin long beach 60 blood and puppy pound
Crip really doe got my nuts on your chin
Whill I'm all in your philly hoe
So come with it fool and test your luck and
I'll beat that azz now call me kurupt
Now I'm kreepin threw the fog ya
Big dogg blue got my nine milla killa
Hunting a dogg named snoop
You can run nigga but you can't hide
Eazy-e straight creepin on the east side 7
Ten long beach south caught snoop free basin
In a rock house I kicks in da door
I said it befoe I never let no busta test me no more
Bang murder was the case that tey gave me
Murder waz the case that they gave me
I'll smoke all you fools even you boo boo and your baby
Murder was the case that they gave me watch out buddie boy
Watch your back
Yea what would you do
What would you do if we rolled on you
(so don't even think about steppin in the god damn house)
What would you do what would you do if we rolled on you
What would you do what would you do if we rolled on you
What would you do what would you do dirty red
I comes on the snake hittin niggas low
With the cavey ass flow as I kreep through the street
Peeping niggas from death row bet you want to know
Which one make the best hoe so
Let me break it down as I'm lost in the mist
And take word of advice and don't come fucking with this
Ain't a joke niggas choke frome the smoke that I blaze
Purple haze you be dazed in a stun
I'll put you on your back nigga what?
I am the guess in a doggy dogg world
Never run with muss only nuts in their click
And dick in your mouth
The year is 95 and I'm runnin the house
Now tell what can you do nigga what can you do
If me and a few of my homies came through
Dummpin real on you trickmade bitchmade niggas
What could you do what could you do if we rolled on you
Yaa so don't even think about stepin in the god damn house
Dr. dre straight busta neva broke a law in his life
Besides beating up ricky harris's wife
Haha snoop dogg from a high top fade to sportin braids
Now he's laid fame no fourtune and getting played not payed
Played
Treated like a prostitute and we all know who's doin the pimpin daz don't
Be a followa be a leader and stay off the nexts mans nuts
Kurupt the king ping stick with the 60's
Cause you don't need those other hoes cause they're
About to go up in ya but only you let um
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
Death row really doe
Babyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy bang ahhhh
The lyrics of the song "Wut Would U Do" by Eazy-E are a direct challenge to the artists on the Death Row Records label, which was a competitor to his Ruthless Records in the early 1990s. Eazy-E takes shots at Death Row artists such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger, and Kurupt, claiming that they are "studio gangsters" and putting himself forward as the true "gansta" of the West Coast. He also references the conflict between the Bloods and Crips street gangs, which was a prominent issue in the rap community at that time. Eazy-E's use of violent language and imagery reflects his reputation as a controversial and provocative figure in the world of rap music.
Overall, the lyrics of "Wut Would U Do" are meant to showcase Eazy-E's bravado and assertiveness. He is keen to assert his dominance over his rivals, mocking them for their lack of authenticity and challenging them to come and face him. The lyrics also contain a lot of slang and street language, which may be difficult for some listeners to understand, but which helps to convey the rough and rugged world of rap music in the early 1990s.
Line by Line Meaning
Inside the minds of real g's
Exploring what true gangsters think and feel
Death row is looked upon as the studio gangsters of the 90's
Death Row Records is seen as putting on a front of being gangsters just for show
A joke hahahaha in a game called 5 minutes of fame you wasted
The gangster image and lifestyle is a fake and temporary form of fame
4 minutes now you got seconds left kick it
Time is running out for these wannabe gangsters to make an impression
Come one come all and let me ride nigga
Inviting all to ride along on this journey
Eazy-e cpt how the hell you figure
Questioning Eazy-E's claim to be the best on the West Coast
To be the best on the west hu ya
Boasting about being the best rapper on the West Coast
Fool looked down this is east side nigga
Dismissing any claims made by rappers on the East Coast
South Compton and I put it on the map
Taking credit for putting Compton on the map as a hub for gangsta rap
So when a dog pound crip you want to scrap
Taunting and challenging rivals in the Dog Pound and Crips gangs
And that coming straight from the ruthless gangster Eazy-E
Affirming the gangster persona of Eazy-E
Now what would I do haha let's see
Speculating on what actions he would take if challenged by rivals or enemies
Now I would take on Suga's locked down the Row,
Challenging Suge Knight, Death Row Records' CEO, and boasting about his ability to take him down
Since Dre is a bitch pimp slap the hoe
Insulting Dr. Dre, another rapper on Death Row, and suggesting he should be beaten
Now I'm seeing doubles man two dogs in a huddle
Observing Snoop Dogg and Kurupt talking together
Aa god dame now diggidi daze I biggidi blast
Exclaiming in surprise and then threatening to attack
on right one and smoke that azz
Threatening to physically harm one of the rappers he saw talking earlier
Now Kurupt don't even set trip
Issuing a warning to Kurupt, another rapper on Death Row, to not cause trouble
Yellin' Long Beach 60 blood and puppy pound Crip
Bringing up Kurupt's affiliation with the 60s Crips gang and threatening to fight them
Really doe got my nuts on your chin
Insulting Kurupt by claiming he has the upper hand in their rivalry
Whill I'm all in your philly hoe
Claiming he has defeated and taken control of Philadelphia rapper Beanie Sigel
So come with it fool and test your luck
Challenging and daring his rivals to try to defeat him
and I'll beat that azz now call me Kurupt
Claiming he is stronger and more skilled than Kurupt and suggesting they trade names
Now I'm kreepin through the fog ya
Referring to himself as a stealthy and dangerous presence
Big dogg blue got my nine milla killa
Referring to his gun as a powerful and deadly weapon
Hunting a dogg named Snoop
Looking for Snoop Dogg to fight him
You can run nigga but you can't hide
Challenging Snoop Dogg to evade him if he can
Eazy-e straight creepin' on the east side 7
Boasting about his ability to go anywhere and find his enemies
10 long beach south caught Snoop freebasin'
Claiming that he has found Snoop Dogg using drugs
In a rock house I kicks in da door
Breaking into the house where Snoop Dogg is located
I said it before I never let no busta test me no more
Reasserting his gangster reputation and threatening anyone who challenges him
Bang murder was the case that tay gave me
Referencing his song 'Murder Was the Case' to emphasize his dangerous reputation
Murder waz the case that they gave me
Emphasizing again that he has a criminal record and a reputation for violence
I'll smoke all you fools even you boo boo and your baby
Threatening to kill everyone, including children and babies
Watch out buddie boy Watch your back
Warning to be cautious of him and his actions
Yea what would you do What would you do if we rolled on you
Challenging anyone who questions him or his gang
(so don't even think about steppin in the god damn house)
Warning anyone who would try to enter his domain
Dirty red I comes on the snake hittin niggas low
Describing his tactics of striking when his opponents least expect it
With the cavey ass flow as I kreep through the street
Referring to his unique style of rapping and his ability to move through streets undetected
Peeping niggas from death row bet you want to know
Claiming to notice and observe the Death Row gang's movements and plans
Which one make the best hoe so
Insulting Death Row by suggesting that they are prostitutes for fame and money
Let me break it down as I'm lost in the mist
Explaining his views and opinions
And take word of advice and don't come fucking with this
Warning people to stay away from him and his gang
Ain't a joke niggas choke from the smoke that I blaze
Boasting that he is very dangerous and others are afraid of him
Purple haze you be dazed in a stun
Comparing himself to the strength and disorienting effect of a powerful drug
I'll put you on your back nigga what?
Threatening physical violence and domination over rivals
I am the guess in a doggy dogg world
Pointing out his high status and power in the rap industry
Never run with muss only nuts in their click
Refusing to associate with people who are weak or not loyal to him
And dick in your mouth
Derogatory insult directed at rivals
The year is 95 and I'm runnin the house
Highlighting his influence and power in the rap industry during that time period
Now tell what can you do nigga what can you do
Challenging others to attempt to match his success and influence
If me and a few of my homies came through
Suggesting that he has a group of loyal followers and they would all arrive together
Dummpin real on you trickmade bitchmade niggas
Threatening to use deadly force against rivals
What could you do what could you do if we rolled on you
Challenging rivals to figure out a way to stop his gang
Yaa so don't even think about stepin in the god damn house
Issuing another warning to stay away from his territory
Dr. Dre straight busta neva broke a law in his life
Insulting Dr. Dre by claiming he is weak and has never committed a violent act
Besides beating up Ricky Harris's wife
Making a specific accusation against Dr. Dre for domestic violence
Haha Snoop Dogg from a high top fade to sportin' braids
Noting the changes in Snoop Dogg's appearance over time
Now he's laid fame no fortune and gettin' played not paid
Implying that Snoop Dogg is not as successful as he claims to be and is easily manipulated
Played
Stating again that Snoop Dogg is not as wealthy or successful as he thinks he is
Treated like a prostitute and we all know who's doin the pimpin Daz don't
Claiming that Snoop Dogg is being used as a pawn by his record label and specifically mentioning Daz Dillinger as being responsible
Be a followa be a leader and stay off the nexts man's nuts
Encouraging others to make their own decisions and not follow the crowd
Kurupt the king ping stick with the 60's
Advising Kurupt to stay loyal to his gang, the 60s Crips
Cause you don't need those other hoes cause they're about to go up in ya
Advising Kurupt to cut ties with rivals since they are his enemy and may cause harm to him
But only you let um Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
Suggesting that Kurupt has the power to allow other people to defeat him but he does not believe that will happen
Death Row really doe
Mocking Death Row's claims of being real gangsters
Babyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy bang ahhhh
Ending the song with a taunting and provocative cry
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTONIO GONZALEZ, JULIO R. GONZALEZ, KEVYN BERNARD CARTER
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