How Nipsey Hussle Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 3, 2025

A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Nipsey Hussle across different fields.

Ermias Joseph Asghedom, known as Nipsey Hussle, was an American rapper, entrepreneur, and activist who rose from the West Coast hip-hop scene in the mid-2000s. He began his career by independently releasing mixtapes, including "Slauson Boy Volume 1", which garnered local recognition. This initial success led to signing with Cinematic Music Group and Epic Records, marking a pivotal point in his burgeoning career.

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1992: Gang Truces Similarities

In 1992, peacemaking including hundreds of gangs was similar to truces that agreed to stay away from each other's territory and stop shooting at people.

2013: Marathon Agency Founding

In 2013, Nipsey Hussle's Marathon branding inspired Steve Carless to found Marathon Agency.

March 2019: Involvement in Destination Crenshaw and LAPD Meeting

In March 2019, Nipsey Hussle was involved in the planning stages of the Destination Crenshaw project and contacted the LAPD to arrange a meeting about preventing gang violence.

April 2019: Victory Lap Reaches New Peak

In April 2019, over a year after its release, Victory Lap reached a new peak of number 2 on the Billboard 200 after Nipsey Hussle's death.

September 2019: Puma Releases Marathon Clothing Collection

In September 2019, Puma released the Marathon Clothing collection, with all net proceeds benefiting the Neighborhood 'Nip' Foundation.

2019: YG Dedicates Coachella Performance to Nipsey Hussle

In 2019, YG dedicated his performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival to the memory of Nipsey Hussle.

March 6, 2020: Body Count Releases "When I'm Gone" Tribute Song

On March 6, 2020, Body Count released their album "Carnivore", featuring the song "When I'm Gone", a tribute to Nipsey Hussle written by Ice-T and Amy Lee.

August 2020: Big Sean Releases "Deep Reverence" Featuring Nipsey Hussle

In August 2020, Big Sean announced the song "Deep Reverence" in honor of Nipsey Hussle, featuring Nipsey Hussle.

2020: Grammy Awards Tribute to Hussle

At the 2020 Grammy Awards, DJ Khaled, Kirk Franklin, John Legend, Meek Mill, Roddy Ricch, and YG paid tribute to Nipsey Hussle in honor of his legacy.

2020: Michelle Obama Included "Hussle and Motivate" on her 2020 workout playlist

In 2020, Michelle Obama included "Hussle and Motivate" on her workout playlist.

2020: Snoop Dogg Releases "Nipsey Blue"

In 2020, Snoop Dogg released "Nipsey Blue," a tribute song dedicated to Nipsey Hussle.

March 2021: Release of "Deep Reverence" Music Video

In March 2021, the music video for Big Sean's song "Deep Reverence" featuring Nipsey Hussle was released.

August 6, 2022: Ceremony Dedicating the K Line Station

On August 6, 2022, a ceremony was held dedicating the at-grade light rail station on the K Line to Nipsey Hussle and the Crenshaw community.

August 15, 2022: Nipsey Hussle Honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

On August 15, 2022, Nipsey Hussle was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, coinciding with what would have been his 37th birthday. The day was proclaimed Nipsey Hussle Day.

March 22, 2024: Lamar Engaged in Rap Feud with Drake

Starting March 22, 2024, commentators would comment on the cultural and symbolic continuity Kendrick Lamar has with Hussle's music and advocacies (culminating in The Pop Out: Ken & Friends).