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Born Gerald Earl Gilliam Jr., MC Eiht rose to prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a prominent West Coast rapper, primarily known for his work with N.W.A and subsequent solo projects exploring themes of street life and Compton’s realities.
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Who is MC Eiht?
MC Eiht is the stage name of Gerald Earl Gillum, a rapper from Compton, California. He became closely associated with the group Compton's Most Wanted and West Coast gangsta rap.
Was MC Eiht a member of N.W.A?
No, MC Eiht was not a member of N.W.A. His best-known group connection is Compton's Most Wanted, while N.W.A. included artists such as Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren, and DJ Yella.
Which film helped introduce MC Eiht to a wider audience?
His song Growin' Up in the Hood appeared on the soundtrack to the 1993 film Menace II Society. MC Eiht also appeared in the film as A-Wax.
What are important MC Eiht releases?
Compton's Most Wanted released albums including It's a Compton Thang in 1990 and Straight Checkn 'Em in 1991. MC Eiht's solo album We ComeStrapped followed in 1994 and became a major West Coast rap release.
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