N.W.A (Niggaz Wit Attitudes), the pioneering rap group, was formed in Compton, California, bringing together Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, MC Ren, and DJ Yella.
N.W.A released their groundbreaking and controversial debut album, "Straight Outta Compton," which brought gangsta rap to mainstream attention and highlighted social issues.
After leaving N.W.A, Dr. Dre released his solo album "The Chronic," which was influential in popularizing G-Funk and West Coast hip hop.
Eazy-E died due to complications from AIDS, which shocked the hip hop community and marked the end of an era for N.W.A and their fans.