Nipsey Hussle

About

Nipsey Hussle was an American rapper and entrepreneur from Los Angeles, California. He was known for his melodic and motivational rhymes which highlighted his uplifting and conscious approach to hip-hop. He won numerous awards and accolades for his music, including two Grammy Award nominations in 2020 and his posthumous induction into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2021.

Nipsey Hussle Timeline

1985

Ermias Asghedom is Born

On August 15, 1985, Ermias Asghedom was born in Los Angeles, California. He later changed his name to Nipsey Hussle.

2005

Releases First Mixtape

Hussle releases his first mixtape, Slauson Boy Volume 1, under the name of "Nipsey Hussle".

2008

The Marathon Continues

Hussle's second mixtape, The Marathon, is released and it becomes an underground hit.

2010

Victory Lap is Released

Hussle releases his debut studio album Victory Lap which is nominated for Best Rap Album at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.

2013

Establishes "Marathon Clothing" Store

Hussle founded the clothing store "Marathon Clothing" in Los Angeles, California.

2018

Crenshaw is Released

Hussle releases his second studio album Crenshaw which features guest appearances from Rick Ross, Dom Kennedy and Snoop Dogg.

2019

Nipsey Hussle is Assassinated

On March 31, 2019, Nipsey Hussle was assassinated outside of his clothing store in Los Angeles.

5 Interesting Facts about Nipsey Hussle

1. Was a Member of the Rollin' 60s Neighborhood Crips

Nipsey Hussle was a member of the Rollin' 60s Neighborhood Crips, a gang located in Los Angeles, California. He was involved in gang activity since he was a young teenager.

2. Owned His Own Record Label

Nipsey Hussle owned his own record label, All Money In Records, which was founded in 2010. He released his debut album, South Central State of Mind, under the label in 2013.

3. Had a Clothing Line with Puma

Nipsey Hussle collaborated with Puma to create his own clothing line, called “The Marathon Clothing”. The clothing line sold t-shirts, hoodies, and other apparel.

4. Opened a Co-Working Space

In 2017, Nipsey Hussle opened a co-working space called Vector90 in Los Angeles. The purpose of the space was to empower entrepreneurs from underserved communities.

5. Received Posthumous Grammy Award

Nipsey Hussle posthumously won the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance for his song "Racks in the Middle". It was his first ever Grammy win and the first time he had been nominated.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Nipsey Hussle birthday?

Nipsey Hussle, an American rapper and activist, was born on August 15, 1985, and was 33 years old when he passed away on March 31, 2019. He was best known for his critically acclaimed mixtapes and his work promoting peace and unity within his community.

What is the Net Worth of Nipsey Hussle?

Nipsey Hussle had an estimated net worth of $8M. His wealth was primarily accumulated from his success in the music industry, as well as business ventures. He released several albums that were commercially successful, and also ventured into the clothing and merchandise industry. He was also an investor in several startups.