west coast : Gangsta

Primary Style: Gangsta rap emerged from California in the mid-1980s.
- Influential East Coast Rapper: Schoolly Dee recorded songs like "Gangsta Boogie" and "PSK What Does It Mean" in 1984-1985 discussing gang culture in Philadelphia.
- Key Figure: Ice T is often credited as the original gangsta or OG of gangsta rap.

Collaboration: Ice T paired with Kid Frost in Southern California during the mid-1980s.
Lyrical Style: He incorporated the style of poet Iceberg Slim into his music, notably in his 1987 album "Rhyme Pays."
Promotion: Ice T's music was promoted through movie soundtracks and records, broadening the gangsta rap audience.

"Six in the Morning": One of Ice T's most famous early songs that exemplifies gangsta rap's style.
- Musical Elements: Slower tempo, heavy bass.
- Common Themes: Lyrics addressed gang locations, guns, police brutality, violence, and misogyny (use of terms like "bitches" and "hoes").
Controversy: Discusses the controversial elements of gangsta rap, including violent attitudes and treatment of women.

Formation: The group emerged from LA in 1987, founded by Eazy E.
- Ruthless Records: Eazy E was the founder.
Notable Members: Included Ice Cube and Doctor Dre, who later achieved solo success.
Hit Song: "Fuck the Police" exemplifies the group's style.
- Musical Style: Features booming bass, funky guitar, and saxophone grooves in the background.
Lyrics Example: Ice Cube addresses police scrutiny in powerful lyrics about racial profiling and violence.

First Album: "Straight Outta Compton" released in 1988, featuring strong critiques of police brutality and societal issues.
- Public Interpretation: Some perceived the album's messages as incitements to violence against police.
Eazy E's Solo Success: Followed up with his solo album "Easy Does It" in 1989, expanding the influence and popularity of gangsta rap.