In tribute to the late N.W.A legend and Ruthless Records founder Eazy-E, the city of Compton will honor his legacy by renaming Auto Plaza Drive South to "Eazy Street." Eazy-E, born and raised in Compton, played a pivotal role in shaping hip-hop through his work with N.W.A and Ruthless Records. The renaming coincides with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, adding special significance to the occasion.
Lil Eazy-E, Eazy-E's son, expressed gratitude for the recognition and highlighted the ongoing charitable contributions through the Eric Wright Foundation. "To hear our father Eric ‘Eazy-E’ Wright is being honored during the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, it’s a testament to his impact and legacy in the genre. His contributions to Hip-Hop music and the entertainment business and culture continue to be recognized and celebrated. And we are truly grateful. We will continue to make sure our father’s charitable contributions will continue to be our goal thru our nonprofit, the Eric Wright Foundation. We truly appreciate the honor."
The commemorative event is scheduled for November 22, open to the public, providing fans with an opportunity to celebrate Eazy-E's impactful contributions to hip-hop culture.
