Eazy-E (whose real name was Eric Wright) can probably be regarded as one of the most (in)famous artists in American musical history. His distinct high pitched voice and unique, often violent lyrics went on to define West Coast Gangsta Music. Eazy E went from being brought up in a middle class family to becoming a street criminal with a dream of making records. The musical talent saw him perform as a successful solo artist and as part of the revolutionary rap group NWA (Niggas Wit Attitude). Though some can argue if it was for better or for worse, but Eric also put the Los Angeles subhurb of Compton on the map.