Nipsey Hussle

Date of Birth: August 15, 1985

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Date of Death: March 31, 2019

Biography

Nipsey Hussle, born Ermias Joseph Asghedom, was an American rapper, entrepreneur, and activist. He was born and raised in the Crenshaw neighborhood of South Los Angeles. Nipsey emerged as one of the leading figures in the West Coast hip-hop scene through his unique blend of street-conscious lyrics and business acumen. His early mixtapes, such as “Slauson Boy Volume 1,” garnered him a strong local following, which he later expanded with his critically acclaimed studio album “Victory Lap” in 2018. Beyond music, Nipsey was a community leader dedicated to uplifting his neighborhood through various business ventures, including his Marathon Clothing store, and initiatives aimed at reducing gang violence and promoting education. Tragically, Nipsey Hussle’s life was cut short when he was fatally shot outside his Marathon Clothing store on March 31, 2019.

5 Interesting Facts about Nipsey Hussle

1. Nipsey Hussle was deeply involved in community activism and worked on projects to improve his South Los Angeles neighborhood.

2. His debut studio album “Victory Lap” earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album in 2019.

3. Nipsey co-owned The Marathon Clothing store, which became a cultural landmark.

4. He was involved in the Vector 90 project, which aimed to create a bridge between underrepresented groups and Silicon Valley.

5. Nipsey Hussle was of Eritrean descent and visited Eritrea in 2018 to connect with his heritage.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Nipsey Hussle

1. “The most important thing, number one, is you gotta get rid of doubt. If you got doubt in what you’re doing, it’s not gonna work.”

2. “On a mission your worst enemy is idle time.”

3. “I’m about seeing long-term, seeing a vision, understanding nothing really worthwhile happens overnight, and just sticking to your script long enough to make something real happen.”

4. “Luck is just bein’ prepared at all times, so when the door opens, you’re ready.”

5. “Instead of trying to build a brick wall, lay a brick every day. Eventually, you’ll look up and you’ll have a brick wall.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the time of his death, Nipsey Hussle’s net worth was estimated to be around $8 million.

Children

Nipsey Hussle had two children: Emani Asghedom, his daughter from a previous relationship, and Kross Ermias Asghedom, his son with actress Lauren London.