MC Eiht
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Aaron Tyler better known by his stage name
MC Eiht, is an American
rapper. His stage name was partly inspired by the numeral in KRS-One
's name. He chose Eiht for its links to "hood culture", including 8Ball and .38 caliber firearms. He is a member of the rap group Compton's Most Wanted
.
as one of two MCs in the four-man crew, Compton's Most Wanted
. After enjoying increasing success with the group, which peaked with 1992's Music to Driveby
, Eiht took a role in the hit movie Menace II Society
as well as a high-profile spot on the soundtrack. The song, "Streiht Up Menace
," which chronicles the unfortunate downturn of the film's protagonist within the pathological conditions of American inner city life, is considered by many critics, to be Eiht's magnum opus. The movie spurred him into a solo career, although his next two albums We Come Strapped
and Death Threatz
would be accredited as MC Eiht featuring Compton's Most Wanted. He was also part of the Tragniew Park Compton Crips.
He states that he did not wish to star in comedy films in order to maintain his public image. He later only appeared in the low-budget movies "Reasons," "Thicker Than Water" and "Who Made the Potato Salad?" as well as providing the voice for Lance 'Ryder' Wilson in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
.
He put out Last Man Standing
, the first album accredited only to MC Eiht, then broke from the label for Big Beat/Atlantic
. Eiht never ended up putting out an album on the label, instead eventually signing to and releasing the album Section 8
on Priority
in 1999.
Eiht would hop between record labels and one-off releases in the next years, moving between independent labels Half-Ounce, D3 Entertainment, and Lookin' Up Entertainment from 2001 to 2003. He would put out records with Spice 1
and Brotha Lynch Hung
in 2004 and 2006 on Real Talk Ent., releasing another solo album between them on West Inc./Native Records. His inability to settle at a label contributed to his joining The Warzone
, a trio put together by Snoop Dogg
and consisting of Goldie Loc
, Kam
and MC Eiht himself. In 2006, Eiht and the group appeared on the single "Candy (Drippin' Like Water)
" on Snoop Dogg
's album Tha Blue Carpet Treatment
. MC Eiht also appeared with Young Maylay
in Blaq Poet's new street single, Ain't Nuttin' Changed (Remix).
In June 2011, MC Eiht released his single "Fine By Me" accompanied by a music video directed by Director Hugo V. under his new label Year Round/Blue Stamp Records. Year Round Records is owned by New York based hip hop artist DJ Premiere.
Stage name
A stage name, also called a showbiz name or screen name, is a pseudonym used by performers and entertainers such as actors, wrestlers, comedians, and musicians.-Motivation to use a stage name:...
MC Eiht, is an American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
rapper. His stage name was partly inspired by the numeral in KRS-One
KRS-One
Lawrence Krisna Parker , better known by his stage names KRS-One , and Teacha, is an American rapper...
's name. He chose Eiht for its links to "hood culture", including 8Ball and .38 caliber firearms. He is a member of the rap group Compton's Most Wanted
Compton's Most Wanted
Compton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
.
Music career
Tyler grew to fame on the West CoastWest Coast hip hop
West Coast hip hop is a hip hop music subgenre that encompasses any artists or music that originates in the westernmost region of the United States, as opposed to East Coast hip hop, based originally in New York alone...
as one of two MCs in the four-man crew, Compton's Most Wanted
Compton's Most Wanted
Compton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
. After enjoying increasing success with the group, which peaked with 1992's Music to Driveby
Music to Driveby
Music to Driveby is the third studio album by American rap group Compton's Most Wanted. It was released September 29, 1992 on Orpheus Records. The album was produced by DJ Mike T, Master Ric Roc, The Unknown DJ, MC Eiht and DJ Slip...
, Eiht took a role in the hit movie Menace II Society
Menace II Society
Menace II Society is a 1993 urban crime drama and the directorial debut of twin brothers Allen and Albert Hughes. Menace II Society is set in South Central Los Angeles and follows the life of a hoodlum named Caine Lawson and his close friends. The film gained notoriety for its frequent scenes of...
as well as a high-profile spot on the soundtrack. The song, "Streiht Up Menace
Streiht Up Menace
"Streiht Up Menace" is a 1993 single by MC Eiht off the soundtrack of 1993 movie Menace II Society. The lyrics of the song focus on the life of the characters in the movie, acting as a sort of plot summary for the film. Compton's Most Wanted also did this with another song from a soundtrack with...
," which chronicles the unfortunate downturn of the film's protagonist within the pathological conditions of American inner city life, is considered by many critics, to be Eiht's magnum opus. The movie spurred him into a solo career, although his next two albums We Come Strapped
We Come Strapped
We Come Strapped is the debut album by American rapper MC Eiht, released July 19, 1994 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht and DJ Slip of Compton's Most Wanted. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 5 on the Billboard 200...
and Death Threatz
Death Threatz
Death Threatz is the second studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released April 9, 1996 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht and DJ Slip of Compton's Most Wanted, as well as Prodeje and Blackjack.- Track listing :...
would be accredited as MC Eiht featuring Compton's Most Wanted. He was also part of the Tragniew Park Compton Crips.
He states that he did not wish to star in comedy films in order to maintain his public image. He later only appeared in the low-budget movies "Reasons," "Thicker Than Water" and "Who Made the Potato Salad?" as well as providing the voice for Lance 'Ryder' Wilson in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is a 2004 open world action video game developed by British games developer Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. It is the third 3D game in the Grand Theft Auto video game franchise, the fifth original console release and eighth game overall...
.
He put out Last Man Standing
Last Man Standing (MC Eiht album)
Last Man Standing is the third studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released November 11, 1997 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht, Dat Nigga Daz and DJ Muggs. As with his last 2 albums, Last Man Standing features participation from MC Eiht's group, Compton's Most Wanted...
, the first album accredited only to MC Eiht, then broke from the label for Big Beat/Atlantic
Atlantic Records
Atlantic Records is an American record label best known for its many recordings of rhythm and blues, rock and roll, and jazz...
. Eiht never ended up putting out an album on the label, instead eventually signing to and releasing the album Section 8
Section 8 (album)
Section 8 is the fourth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released June 8, 1999 on Hoo-Bangin' Records and Priority Records. This was also his first album on Mack 10's label, Hoo-Bangin' Records. The album features production by Ant Banks, DJ Slip, Fredwreck, Binky Mack and MC Eiht...
on Priority
Priority Records
Priority Records is an American record label, owned and operated by EMI, which has made a name for itself dealing primarily in hip hop, pop and world...
in 1999.
Eiht would hop between record labels and one-off releases in the next years, moving between independent labels Half-Ounce, D3 Entertainment, and Lookin' Up Entertainment from 2001 to 2003. He would put out records with Spice 1
Spice 1
Robert L. Green, Jr., better known by his stage name Spice 1, is an American rapper from Hayward, California. He has consistently been releasing solo and group albums since 1992. Spice 1 was ranked number 56 in The Source magazine's Top 115 Hip-Hop Artists from 1988–2003...
and Brotha Lynch Hung
Brotha Lynch Hung
Kevin Danell Mann , better known by his stage name Brotha Lynch Hung, is an American rapper and record producer from Sacramento, California...
in 2004 and 2006 on Real Talk Ent., releasing another solo album between them on West Inc./Native Records. His inability to settle at a label contributed to his joining The Warzone
The Warzone (group)
The Warzone is a West coast rap group consisting of Goldie Loc, MC Eiht, and Kam. The group was born when Snoop Dogg brought the three together, after being unable to find them deals as separate artists, and started production on their album...
, a trio put together by Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg
Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. , better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Snoop is best known as a rapper in the West Coast hip hop scene, and for being one of Dr. Dre's most notable protégés. Snoop Dogg was a Crip gang member while in high school...
and consisting of Goldie Loc
Goldie Loc
Keiwan Deshawn Spillman better known by his stage name Goldie Loc is a rapper who was once a member of Tha Eastsidaz with Snoop Dogg and Tray Deee.-Discography:...
, Kam
Kam (rapper)
Kam is an American political emcee known primarily among hip hop fans and music critics during the 1990s. Born in Los Angeles, he is considered an esteemed West Coast underground rapper. He is known for his Nation of Islam-influenced lyrics and membership, and affiliation with his cousin, fellow...
and MC Eiht himself. In 2006, Eiht and the group appeared on the single "Candy (Drippin' Like Water)
Candy (Drippin' Like Water)
"Candy ", is the third single by Snoop Dogg from his 2006 album Tha Blue Carpet Treatment, produced by Rick Rock. It features E-40, MC Eiht, Goldie Loc and Tha Dogg Pound . It samples Digable Planets's "9th Wonder ". "Candy" refers to a high gloss paint finish applied to automobiles...
" on Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg
Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. , better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Snoop is best known as a rapper in the West Coast hip hop scene, and for being one of Dr. Dre's most notable protégés. Snoop Dogg was a Crip gang member while in high school...
's album Tha Blue Carpet Treatment
Tha Blue Carpet Treatment
Tha Blue Carpet Treatment is the eighth studio album by American rapper Snoop Dogg; released by Geffen Records on November 21, 2006. The album debuted at number five on the Billboard charts.- Album information :...
. MC Eiht also appeared with Young Maylay
Young Maylay
Christopher "Chris" Bellard also known by his stage name, Young Maylay, is an American West Coast rapper from Los Angeles...
in Blaq Poet's new street single, Ain't Nuttin' Changed (Remix).
In June 2011, MC Eiht released his single "Fine By Me" accompanied by a music video directed by Director Hugo V. under his new label Year Round/Blue Stamp Records. Year Round Records is owned by New York based hip hop artist DJ Premiere.
Solo Albums
- 1994: We Come StrappedWe Come StrappedWe Come Strapped is the debut album by American rapper MC Eiht, released July 19, 1994 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht and DJ Slip of Compton's Most Wanted. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 5 on the Billboard 200...
(featuring Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 1996: Death ThreatzDeath ThreatzDeath Threatz is the second studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released April 9, 1996 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht and DJ Slip of Compton's Most Wanted, as well as Prodeje and Blackjack.- Track listing :...
(featuring Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 1997: Last Man StandingLast Man Standing (MC Eiht album)Last Man Standing is the third studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released November 11, 1997 on Epic Street. It was produced by MC Eiht, Dat Nigga Daz and DJ Muggs. As with his last 2 albums, Last Man Standing features participation from MC Eiht's group, Compton's Most Wanted...
- 1999: Section 8Section 8 (album)Section 8 is the fourth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released June 8, 1999 on Hoo-Bangin' Records and Priority Records. This was also his first album on Mack 10's label, Hoo-Bangin' Records. The album features production by Ant Banks, DJ Slip, Fredwreck, Binky Mack and MC Eiht...
- 2000: N' My NeighborhoodN' My NeighborhoodN' My Neighborhood is the fifth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released June 20, 2000 on Hoo-Bangin' Records and Priority Records. The album was produced by Caviar, DJ Raw Steele, DJ Slip, MC Eiht, Overdose, Young Tre and Binky Mack of Allfrumtha I. It peaked at number 23 on the Billboard...
- 2001: Tha8t'z GangstaTha8t'z GangstaTha8t'z Gangsta is the sixth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht released May 8, 2001 on Half Ounce Records. The album peaked at number 75 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.-Track listing:#"Holla"#"Rule #1"#"Why U Hott?"#"Hustle Man"...
- 2002: Underground HeroUnderground HeroUnderground Hero is a studio album by West Coast rapper MC Eiht. It was released on July 2, 2002 and features guest appearances from Mack 10, Yukmouth, Sticky Fingaz and the Outlawz...
- 2003: Hood ArrestHood ArrestHood Arrest is a studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released June 2, 2003 on Lookin Up Entertainment. It features a bonus DVD.-Tracklist:#"Intro"#"Bring Back the Funk"#"Dead Money"#"I'm a G"#"New Shit True Shit"#"Hustle 4 Doe"#"Nothing to Loose"...
- 2004: Smoke in tha CitySmoke in tha CitySmoke in tha City is the ninth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released September 14, 2004 on Factor House Records. It was produced by Black C-Zer and Qunicy Miller...
- 2004: Veterans DayVeterans Day (album)Veterans Day is the tenth studio album by American rapper MC Eiht, released September 28, 2004.- Track listing :# "Vets Day Intro"# "Streets Don't Love U"# "It's Alright"# "Pink Is 4 Honeys"# "U Know Why" # "Gangsta Smash"...
- 2006: Affiliated
- 2006: Compton's O.G.Compton's O.G.Compton's O.G. is the third album by MC Eiht featuring his crew Compton's Most Wanted in all songs plus guest appearances from Fingazz and Mr. Criminal who produced the entire album...
(featuring Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 2007: Representin'Representin' (album)Representin' is a re-release of Compton's Most Wanted's Represent by its frontman, MC Eiht. The album was released February 6, 2007.-Track listing:#"This Is Compton" - 4:14#"Some May Know" - 4:36#"Get Money" - 4:27#"What You Like It Like" - 4:32...
- 2011: Which Way iz West
Collaboration Albums
- 1990: It's a Compton ThangIt's a Compton ThangIt's a Compton Thang is the debut album by American rap group Compton's Most Wanted, released May 24, 1990 on Orpheus Records. Ant Capone was supposed to be part of the group however he was fired and replaced by DJ Mike T for this album.-Track listing:...
(with Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 1991: Straight Checkn 'EmStraight Checkn 'EmStraight Checkn 'Em is the second studio album by American rap group Compton's Most Wanted, released July 16, 1991 on Orpheus Records. It peaked at number 23 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 92 on the Billboard 200....
(with Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 1992: Music to DrivebyMusic to DrivebyMusic to Driveby is the third studio album by American rap group Compton's Most Wanted. It was released September 29, 1992 on Orpheus Records. The album was produced by DJ Mike T, Master Ric Roc, The Unknown DJ, MC Eiht and DJ Slip...
(with Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 2000: RepresentRepresent (Compton's Most Wanted album)Represent is the fourth album by Comptons Most Wanted, their first since Music to Driveby in 1992. It included the singles, "This is Compton 2000" and "Then U Gone". In 2007, MC Eiht re-released the album in the name, Representin...
(with Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
) - 2004: The Pioneers (with Spice 1Spice 1Robert L. Green, Jr., better known by his stage name Spice 1, is an American rapper from Hayward, California. He has consistently been releasing solo and group albums since 1992. Spice 1 was ranked number 56 in The Source magazine's Top 115 Hip-Hop Artists from 1988–2003...
) - 2006: The New SeasonThe New SeasonThe New Season is a collaboration album by American rappers Brotha Lynch Hung and MC Eiht. It was released January 24, 2006 on Real Talk Entertainment. The album was produced by Big Hollis, Brotha Lynch Hung, MC Eiht and Vince V. It peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Independent Albums and at...
(with Brotha Lynch HungBrotha Lynch HungKevin Danell Mann , better known by his stage name Brotha Lynch Hung, is an American rapper and record producer from Sacramento, California...
) - 2006: Keep It GangstaKeep It GangstaKeep It Gangsta is the second collaboration album by American rappers MC Eiht and Spice 1. The album was released February 21, 2006 on Real Talk Entertainment.- Track listing :#"Spit at Em'" - 0:28#"No One Else" - 4:15#"Raw Wit It" - 4:23...
(with Spice 1Spice 1Robert L. Green, Jr., better known by his stage name Spice 1, is an American rapper from Hayward, California. He has consistently been releasing solo and group albums since 1992. Spice 1 was ranked number 56 in The Source magazine's Top 115 Hip-Hop Artists from 1988–2003...
) - 2006: Music to Gang BangMusic to Gang BangMusic to Gang Bang is the fifth album by Compton rap group, Compton's Most Wanted. The album contained four singles, "Music to Gang Bang", "Still a Menace", "Come Ride with Me" and "We Get Down Like That".-Track listing:#"Intro - Compton" - 1:16...
(with Compton's Most WantedCompton's Most WantedCompton's Most Wanted is an American gangsta rap group and one of the pioneers of the West Coast Hip Hop scene still performing today on independent labels. The leader of the group was MC Eiht.-Biography:...
)
External links
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