Grammy Award-winning artist Kendrick Lamar took center stage at the Barclays Center to highlight the “Straight Outta Compton” group’s distinction at the 31st annual ceremony.
“The fact that a famous group can look just like one of us and dress like one of us, talk like one of us, proved to every single kid in the ghetto that you can be successful,” the “Alright” rapper said.
He also spoke on the late Eazy-E’s legacy, stating that he gained a newfound pride of hailing from Compton because of the fallen rapper. “He was a true mastermind, his persona was unmatched, his high pitched tone spoke to nations across the globe,” he said. “He’s the reason I’m proud to say I’m from Compton.”
