Legendary rappers Snoop Dogg and E-40 are gearing up to make their mark in the food industry with an exciting new cookbook collaboration. Titled Goon with the Spoon, the cookbook will be a sequel to Snoop’s previous culinary success, From Crook to Cook. With the Los Angeles native’s thriving presence in the food world, including […]
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E-40’s impact on hip hop is undeniable, especially on the west coast. The East Bay, California rapper is widely considered a west coast icon for his profound influence on the Bay Area hyphy scene. He is known for his distinct voice, choppy flow, and humorous bars. To say that E-40 has been around for a while is an understatement, as he has released songs since the early 1990s as a member of The Click. As a solo artist, E-40 has been highly prolific and consistent, releasing 26 studio albums, with his 27th reportedly set to drop this year.
Additionally, E-40 also has several collaborative albums, including works as a member of the rap supergroup Mount Westmore with Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and Too $hort. A highly decorated artist, E-40 was recently critical of Rolling Stone’s list of the “100 Greatest West Coast Hip Hop Songs,” taking issue with “Tell Me When to Go” not being included. Regardless of whether or not his songs make lists, E-40 is an active pioneer in hip hop with almost unparalleled longevity. Here, we’re counting down the singles from his extensive discography, with the No. 1 spot being his biggest hit. Take a look at the list below.
“Sprinkle Me” is one of E-40’s earliest hits. The 1995 song marked E-40’s third track to be released as a single, following “Captain Save a Hoe” and “1-Luv.” “Sprinkle Me” ended up charting higher than both, making for his biggest hit song at the time. From his second studio album, 1995’s In a Major Way, “Sprinkle Me” is a light-hearted jam. E-40 displays his signature flow while Suga-T raps with a tough attitude and sings the song’s chorus.
“Rapper’s Ball” is E-40’s first collaborative single with Too $hort, who has had a similar career path of being an influential Bay Area rapper with an extensive catalog. The catchy single features a soulful chorus from K-Ci of Jodeci, while E-40 and Too $hort exchange slick lyrics. “Rapper’s Ball” exhibits a chemistry between E-40 and Too $hort, who would go on to collaborate for multiple albums and some of their biggest hits.
Much like “Rapper’s Ball,” “Things’ll Never Change” comes from E-40’s 1996 album Tha Hall of Game. The two songs were released together, with “Things’ll Never Change” being the lead single and “Rapper’s Ball” as the B-side. The tracks were E-40’s biggest hits at the time, out-performing “Sprinkle Me” on the U.S. charts and peaking at the same positions. What sets “Things’ll Never Change” apart is that it charted higher in the UK, peaking at No. 114. The song is also unique to E-40’s discography as it was his first single to be quite somber and introspective in its sound and content.
Jumping forward 16 years, E-40 remained consistent and landed one of the biggest hits of his career in 2012 with “Function.” The party-ready single is quintessentially west coast in its groove and heavy bassline but with a modern spin. E-40 easily slides across the beat, spitting a rapid verse that cannot be replicated. “Function” saw E-40 collaborating with then-up-and-coming California artists YG, Iamsu!, and Problem. The three have gone on to do big things in hip hop, and E-40’s cosign early in their careers was significant for them. “Function” was evidence of E-40’s longevity in hip hop and a clear influence on the younger generation of west coast artists.
My Ghetto Report Card (2006) is one of E-40’s most commercially successful albums, which its lead singles can attest to. “Tell Me When to Go” was a Hyphy anthem and helped mark the era of Hyphy in the Bay Area. Lil Jon produced the single, adding to the crunk sound that took over the 2000s. “Tell Me When to Go” was certified Gold in 2016 and is still one of E-40’s biggest hit songs.
Similar to “Function,” E-40 reached a new level of success in his later career with “Choices (Yup).” The hook and refrain are simple yet catchy, making for E-40’s most recent and second-biggest hit song. It is also the only single on this list without a feature. The production is modern with a trap influence, but E-40 does not sound like an older rapper trying to fit in with a newer generation. “Choices (Yup)” was a definitive hit and became one of E-40’s biggest songs, 21 albums into his career. The song went platinum in 2018 and was E-40’s second song to do so.
E-40’s first and only other hit single to go Platinum is “U and Dat.” Almost every song featuring T-Pain from the 2000s was an automatic hit, and so was almost every single produced by Lil Jon. “U and Dat” had the catchy T-Pain hook and synth-heavy Lil Jon beat, becoming E-40’s biggest hit song. It was his first song to earn a plaque and the first to go Platinum. “U and Dat” remains E-40’s highest charting single to date.
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After the BET Awards’ 2023 Hip-Hop 50 tribute covered some of rap’s foundational hits, including Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight,” MC Lyte’s “Cha Cha Cha,” and DJ D-Nice’s “Call Me D-Nice,” the second performance took a trip out west. The second performance of the night tapped Long Beach’s Warren G, who performed his and Nate Dogg’s seminal hit, “Regulate,” Yo-Yo, who rocked her signature song “You Can’t Play With My Yo-Yo,” Compton’s Tyga, who took the show to “Rack City,” and the Bay Area favorite E-40, who played his late-career breakout “Tell Me When To Go.”
Regulators! Mount up! Warren G @regulator #BETAwards pic.twitter.com/uqn1UlctxR
— HOT 97 (@HOT97) June 26, 2023
Tyga performing at the 2023 BET AWARDS #BetAwards2023 #tyga pic.twitter.com/qCYSEObuIF
— BULLZEYETV (@BULLZEYETV) June 26, 2023
While the show clearly dedicated plenty of space to the celebration of hip-hop’s 50th birthday, it also made sure to highlight some of today’s hottest artists, as well. The show opened with Lil Uzi Vert, who performed an unreleased song along with their rumbling Jersey club hit “Just Wanna Rock,” and Latto, who told her foes once again to “Put It On Da Floor,” and Coco Jones, who also won Best New Artist and sang “ICU.”
More artists expected to perform tonight include six-time nominee GloRilla, Doechii, and more Hip-Hop 50 pioneers like Ja Rule, Remy Ma, Trina, and more. Stay tuned for more of UPROXX’s coverage of the 2023 BET Awards.
T.I. is gearing up to commemorate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at the ESSENCE Festival of Culture. In New Orleans from June 29 to July 3, the festival’s evening concert series will showcase a lineup of prominent hip-hop artists. The Atlanta rapper will be part of a special performance curated by producer Jermaine Dupri, representing […]
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Bay Area icon Earl Tywone Stevens, better known as E-40, has been an influential figure in the music industry for decades. Born in 1967, E-40 hails from Vallejo, California, and his distinctive style and slang left an indelible mark on the West Coast hip-hop scene.
Fast forward to 2023, and the question on everyone’s mind is: How much is E-40 worth? As reported by Celebrity Net Worth, the rapper’s estimated net worth stands at a whopping $8 million US Dollars. This impressive sum is a testament to E-40’s enduring success in music and his entrepreneurial ventures.
So, how did E-40 amass this fortune? A significant chunk of his wealth comes from his music career. His discography, spanning over thirty albums and numerous hit singles like “Tell Me When to Go” and “Choices (Yup),” has brought him considerable earnings from sales and streams.
E-40 is not just a rapper; he’s also a wise entrepreneur. Over the years, he has diversified his income by investing in a variety of businesses. He owns a percentage of Microsoft, has a line of beverages under his name, and has also ventured into the fast-food industry. These smart investments have substantially added to his wealth.
Despite his wealth, E-40 has remained committed to giving back to his community. He has been involved in numerous charitable endeavors, particularly those centered on education and empowering the youth. While these activities may not contribute directly to his net worth, they definitely enhance his public image and, indirectly, his overall wealth.
As we look towards the future, E-40’s net worth seems set to continue growing. With new music always on the horizon and a keen eye for profitable investments, E-40’s financial future appears to be as promising as his musical past. There’s no doubt that this seasoned rapper and savvy businessman has more to offer.
In conclusion, E-40’s $8 million net worth in 2023 clearly reflects his successful music career and business acumen. It’s a symbol of his talent, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. As he continues to navigate the music industry and the business world, one thing is sure: E-40’s influence and wealth will continue to grow. The rapper’s journey inspires many. It demonstrates that one can truly make a mark with talent and hard work.
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E-40, the legendary Bay Area rapper, was recently bestowed with an honorary degree from Grambling State University. Recognized for his entrepreneurial success and commitment to the youth in his community, E-40 expressed gratitude for the honor, acknowledging the transformative impact of his alma mater. E-40’s Honorary Degree & Gratitude Grambling State University conferred upon E-40 […]
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E-40 was granted an honorary doctorate degree in music from Grambling State University, where he previously studied.
This accomplishment now allows him to be referred to as “Dr. E-40.” During the university’s graduation ceremony, E-40 was present to accept his degree and share inspiring words with the graduating students.
In addition to this, E-40 had made a donation of $100,000 to the university earlier in the year, which was used to support the marching band and set up a recording studio to aid aspiring musicians. The university reciprocated E-40’s generosity by naming the studio in his honor as the “Earl ‘E-40’ Stevens Sound Recording Studio.”
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The West Coast hip-hop sound has remained a high-demand sound within the genre since its debut. This week, a billboard released a fresh named “100 Greatest West Coast Hip Hop Songs.” Critically, the list has received mixed reviews including from Bay Area Pioneer, E-40. On Wednesday, he took to Twitter to express his disappointment in his song “Tell Me When To Go” missed the massive list. “Hey Rolling Stone, appreciate you guys for including ‘Captain Save a Hoe’ at No. 18 of your 100 Greatest West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All Time,” he said. “But there’s no excuse for ‘Tell Me When To Go’ being completely left off the list #Timeless,” he added.
E-40’s “Tell Me When to Go” was a single from his 2006 album My Ghetto Report Card. The song’s success brought it to Number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100. It is also certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. Additionally, his 1993 single “Captain Save A Ho” became his breakout single. This song only reached Number 93 on the Billboard Hot 100. With the higher success of “Tell Me When To Go,” he was within the “greatest” conversation in Hip Hop. In January, Billboard listed him as number 43 on their “Top 50 Greatest Rappers Of All Time list.” “Still feel underrated nationally but nobody can deny my longevity, independent hustle, my unorthodox style, and creative slang in this rap game!!,” he said.
Hey @RollingStone, appreciate you guys for including “Captain Save A Hoe” at No. 18 of your 100 Greatest West Coast Hip-Hop Songs of All Time, but there’s no excuse for “Tell Me When To Go” being completely left off the list
#Classic #Timeless pic.twitter.com/fqyY4kqRkK
— E40 Mogul Entrepreneur (@E40) May 3, 2023
Moreover, E-40’s everyday festivities were interrupted while attending a basketball game. In April, the rapper was ejected from a Golden State Warriors game versus the Sacramento Kings. He claimed the incident took place due to a racial bias from a heckler behind him. “During the fourth quarter, I finally turned around and addressed one heckler in an assertive but polite manner.
Yet, shortly thereafter, Kings’ security approached me, assumed that I instigated the encounter, and proceeded to kick me out of the arena,” he said in a statement. This incident caused an investigation by the Sacramento Kings franchise. Furthermore, he surprised fans with a new project with legends Snoop Dog and Ice Cube called Mount Westmore. The project came in great taste while serving as a reminder to rap fans of their contributions to rap.
E-40, a multi-platinum artist, debuted “Front Row 40,” a new song and a music video to accompany it. The song arrived just ahead of E-40 sitting courtside for Game 3 of the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings series.
In the recently released song, E-40 refers to himself as “Floor Seats Earl” as a tribute to his birth name Earl Stevens and brags about having front-row seats at games for the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, and Golden State Warriors. He raps about his well-chosen attire and compares himself to ardent New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers supporters Jack Nicholson and Spike Lee.
E-40 and his wife take over the Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors’ home arena, in the Jae Synth-directed video as they sit courtside. A montage of clips showing E-40 conversing with JAY-Z, Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Too $hort, 2Chainz, and others at various Warriors games throughout the years is also incorporated into the video.
You can see the new song and video below.
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The Sacramento Kings are up 2-0 on the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, but the Kings took an L when E-40 was controversially ejected from Game 1 at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on Saturday, April 15.
The following day, E-40 released a statement explaining that he felt he “was subjected to disrespectful heckling” and was met with “racial bias” when Golden 1 Center security “assumed that I instigated the encounter and proceeded to kick me out of the arena” (as reported by Shams Charania):
Hip-hop artist E-40 says racial bias was the reason behind him being kicked out of Golden 1 Center midway through the fourth quarter of Golden State-Sacramento on Saturday night and he is requesting the Kings to investigate. Full statement: pic.twitter.com/15Lwl2lJZF
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) April 16, 2023
E-40 issued another statement, this time alongside the Kings, on Wednesday, April 19, and it was determined “that there was a miscommunication regarding the circumstances” and clarified that E-40 “did not stand excessively from his ticketed courtside seat.” Here it is in full:
E-40 and the Sacramento Kings release a joint statement, stating that an unfortunate misunderstanding led to his ejection from Golden 1 arena during Game 1 between the Warriors and Kings. It goes on to say that E-40 did not stand excessively from his seat. Full statement below: pic.twitter.com/tZXFAK4yzC
— jordan (@jrosethereturn) April 19, 2023
But today, April 20, E-40 had the final word. He dropped “Front Row 40” along with a video directed by Jae Synth. The visual finds E-40 reclaiming his rightful place courtside. “Front Row 40, four-seat Earl / Feet on the wood, me and my girl,” the Bay Area icon raps as footage cycles through of E-40’s past front-row adventures.
E-40 boasts about people saying “they watch the games just to see what I’m gonna wear” and “text me and say they see me on the Jumbotron.” Of course, the video wouldn’t be complete without a clip of Steph Curry dapping up E-40.
It’s likely that E-40 will be in attendance to root on his Dubs in Game 3 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California, but it sounds like 50 Cent might be a game-time decision. The Warriors will need all the juice they can get from their home crowd; they’ll be without Draymond Green, who was suspended for tonight’s Game 3 after stomping on Domantas Sabonis in Game 2. The game tips off at 7 p.m. local time.
Watch “Front Row 40” above.
