Bushwick Bill - Ever So Clear (R.I.P.) 12/8/66 - 6/9/19
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- Опубліковано 10 чер 2019
- Richard Stephen Shaw (December 8, 1966 - June 9, 2019) was a Jamaican-American rapper better known by his stage name Bushwick Bill. He was best known as a member of the pioneering Texas hip hop group Geto Boys, a group he originally joined as a dancer in 1986 as Little Billy. He went on to become one third of the best-known incarnation of the group, alongside Willie D and Scarface.
Bushwick Bill was born Richard Stephen Shaw on December 8, 1966 in Kingston, Jamaica. His father was a merchant marine, and his mother was a maid. Shaw was born with dwarfism and was listed as 3 feet 8 inches tall.
Shaw got his start in the music industry in 1986 as a member of the Geto Boys, where he performed as a dancer known as Little Billy. He later transitioned to rapping, and was featured on the Geto Boys' debut album, Making Trouble in 1988. The album received little attention and negative reviews, which led to Rap-A-Lot dropping all members from the group except for Bill and DJ Ready Red. Soon after, Rap-A-Lot CEO J. Prince recruited Scarface and Willie Dee, two local aspiring artists out of Texas as the second incarnation of the group. The new lineup began recording together in 1988 and their debut project as a group and second overall for the Geto Boys, Grip It! On That Other Level was released in 1989 to much better reception, being considered a classic album and one of the earliest entries into the Horrorcore genre. It was around this time the group's lyrical content began to generate controversy, which was multiplied in 1991 when the cover of the group's third album We Can't Be Stopped depicted a graphic image of Bill moments after he shot himself during an argument with his girlfriend. Nevertheless, the album went on to be their most successful to that point, being certified platinum in 1992.
Bushwick Bill can be heard on the album The Chronic by Dr. Dre; he appears in the video of "Dre Day" as one of Eazy-E's fellow rappers. His 1998 album No Surrender…No Retreat was dedicated to his friend Gil Epstein, a Fort Bend County prosecutor who was shot dead in Houston, Texas, in 1996.
In June 2013, Bushwick toured with the Geto Boys and was finishing an album, which was projected to be released later that year.
On June 19, 1991, Shaw shot himself in the eye during an argument with his girlfriend, losing his right eye in the process while under the influence of Everclear grain alcohol and PCP. The aftermath of the incident was documented on the album cover for Geto Boys' 1991 album We Can't Be Stopped, which shows Shaw being pushed through the hospital on a gurney by bandmates Willie D and Scarface. Shaw claims he "died and came back to life" during the incident, and has made reference to it in his music. In 2006, he became a born-again Christian. On May 2010, Shaw was arrested in Georgia for possession of marijuana and cocaine. Based on his prior arrest record, he was facing deportation.
On May 1, 2019, Shaw revealed that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. On June 9, 2019, reports emerged that Shaw had died, but news of his death was later refuted by his son. However, it was subsequently reported and confirmed that Shaw died later that day at a hospital in Colorado.
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"Fucked up I had to lose my eye to see shit clearly." What a line to end a song!
😢 😭 Such a great line
RIP Bushwick Bill
LoTemps ..word.
Yo i wuz thinking the other day that’s probably the hardest ending to a song hands down and the video wuz perfect! RIP Bill
Indeed, it's a powerful lyric because it's true
Wild🔥🔥
Storytelling in hip-hop is a lost art.
You're absolutely right that's why I still listen to UGK, Spice 1, Geto Boyz, Big Mike, MC Eiht, Eight ball, MJG, Scareface, E40, B legit, Too Short, etc
@@TPfromtheD that's an excellent list fr. Nothin but legends right there. Salute
The new generation don't rap like this. Saddddd
Definitely!
Jerry Williams that’s cause they don’t have the patience to write something mindblowing smh.
Man this track is one of the deepest tracks in hip hop history especially his line in his last verse. Definitely deserved to be the Hip Hop Hall Of Fame.
It really is. Growing up listening to Geto Boys, they were a bunch of crazy asses that got me all amped up. But this song, you not only appreciate his lyrical ability, but the pain that haunted him his entire life.
Facts
@@mungojerry4713 💯 you can tell he meant every word.
100% @@ayyubfaiyaz3368
I like it too.
See most of my life I never had shit, I felt like an outcast treated like a misfit.
First bar.🔥💔
R.I.P.
Jan Smit reallest shit I ever heard in my life
yeah i feel that
I feel his pain 4real 💯
God bless the legacy of Richard Stephen Shaw aka Bushwick Bill.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones
Everybody pay attention the rapper Bushwick bill is gone! Rip Bushwick bill
RIP you know we getting fucked up
This one hurts :(
This song has been hitting me even harder even before he passed. One of my high school friends (Damon/one of the kids teasing his size) is also in the video. Bushwick's message hits hard. RIP Bushwick Bill.
I take a deep breath an then another follows cuz hard shit is kinda hard to swallow 0:38
Unique MC, there will never be no one like Bushwick Bill aka Chucky
Facts
Yesss
You mean a midget mc??😂😂true that
@@lazym91 Lol, true that...But he was dope!
@Damonta Robinsonbut Bushwick wasn't too proud of that, no need to mention it. RIP Bill
Rest Easy Bushwick! Used to play this album when it first came out and I was a lost teenager! Helped me in a dark period!
To all you young rappers, THAT is what we called back in the day...REAL RAP ! Telling a true story about our true life's experiences.
Rest in peace Bushwick . 🙏
I grew up with him I knew him by his real name Richie we went to the same school in BUSHWICK . RIP
Idky I kinda believe u💯
What was he like as a kid
thats true he was a Brooklyn /Houston OG!!
Rip ...homie
Black Pill no need to lie we went to junior high school 162 in BUSHWICK his mouth always got him in trouble . Real reason he left BUSHWICK was because he snitched in my man Mario and couple of other niggas that we all belonged to a squad CALLED DEATH CREW. So no more talking outbyour add
THe Little Big Man REST IN POWER as a 22 year old i'm glad to hear your music before your passing god bless you and your family, friends
Rip bushwick bill 😍 i stopped caused of so many deaths 😍
@@jacklyons7960 facts my brother
Dope i’m 22 too, i guarantee it’s not many of us on this tip. I thank Bill and the Geto Boys for the free game and hard ass lyrics! RIP Bill, a fuckin’ Legend!
I'm seeing this as a 22 year old too BTW its crazy how songs like this get less views where songs about drugs and murder that mislead the youth ( at least those vulnerable) are blowing up
Also damn "it feels good to be a gangster" is real too check that out maybe
@@saxariirjaceyll230 funny now i'm 25 and yes the drug money music is all an agenda
"I made it! I made it! And everyone gets to hear my story."
Yes you made it brother. All the way out here in one of the smallest countries in Europe.
We
were kids rappin to your Ever So Clear when this come on MTV. Your body
may have been little but to us kids you were huge and legendary! RIP
Brother 😢
Your size may be small. But I put it to you that you are a giant. Thank God I witnessed this generatio
This is Real rap music 🎶
RIP BUSHWICK BILL 🙏🏿
👍👍
I've been listening to Bushwick Bill's music before he died. True fan over here.
Still got the tapes
I listen to the world is ghetto all the time. One of my favorites.
When he died in 91?! Because that's when I was listening to him son
🤙🤙
5th Ward Psycho..OG Bushwick Bill.. forever love RIParadise
I met Bill once before. We chilled in V.I.P. and a long story short dude was pretty cool. A lil loose on what was going on with J. Prince & the Geto Boys (in house), but overall just a good nigga! Dude seen a light in me that I never did see. He dropped some advice and knowledge on the game. 🤔 I will never forget the impact he had on me and how it changed my perspective on him. R.I.P. BILL
Good look on homie!! Real shit just real shit!!
This is an underrated autobiographical gem. RIP Bushwick Bill!
Few people told their truth on wax as boldly and completely as Bushwick.
Wax is way back like crystal soap box
morethanadimenet it’s still real shit that happened to Bill. It’s his story!
This one here's a hard one to swallow. Another true legend. R.I.H Bushwick Bill. Geto Boys fan for life
For Life!
Facts
It's R.I.P you put R.I.H
Wow wow didn't know that REST easy warrior
@@priscillamedina5436 (Rest in Heaven).....not a typo.
"Why you shot me in the eye, I'd shot you in the body" 💯🥀Bill you a real one that will be missed.
R.i.p one of my favorite rapper Bushwick Bill
U will be forever missed n in my memberies may ur soul rest in peace
His Spirit Is probably 6ft tall now. 🙏 #RIPBushwickBill
He was a giant amongst men anyway...that brought a tear to my eye bro❤
All Based On A True Story
Way b4 Pac was putting it all out there. I keep telling the Pac fanatic nothing under the sun is original. This man told his entire life story and worries in a song.
Ultimate storyteller. How many awards did he receive for this? (O)
Still bring tears to my eyes; all true, heartfelt & tragic. I always smile at "why'd you shoot me in the eye? I would've shot you in the body."
@@mustafahajj to raw!
@@rjbtv2025 he was in pain
I saw the picture and was like thats savage
90s Hip Hop was the greatest most innovative music ever!!! Energy never dies Bushwick✊🏿
Yes. I Miss The '90s.
This is a landmark moment in Hip Hop, everything in it is true and Bill shared his story with us in the most poetic form imaginable. An absolute Classic, the beat, lyrics ect all 🔥🔥🔥
Peeps THIS has GOT to be ONE of THE GREATEST Tracks written ‼️Words the RIGHT BEATZ👊🏿💥👊🏿‼️
😔Little Big man Rip😔
THAT'S REAL DEEP STUFF THERE.. SALUTE TO THE LEGEND BUSHWICK BILL..
Choking up watching this; for the first time since 1990 - something .
You will be missed. Thanks for your legacy and contribution to the culture. R.I.P Little Big Man
🙏
"Don't try this. Learn from my mistakes" is the most relevant message I've ever read before right in front of my eyes 👀❤ #BushwickBill 🎉💪🏻
Had to loose an eye to see things clearly.. Classic. RIP to this legend
Man I swear
Original Geto Boy *(4-LIFE)*
*(R.I.P)*
(52 GUN SALUTE)
*(TRUE TRAILBLAZER)*
*(BIGGER THEN LIFE)*
*(HELPED THE UNPRIVILEGED)*
*(HEART OF GOLD)*
(LOVED, SUPPORTED, SACRIFICE)
*(MOURN U 2👀JOIN U)*
I remember Bushbuck I'm 64 yrs I did grow up on his music loved it My mine is playing tricks on me" God Bless his soul" Prayers out to his family hood times
Brunswick short man he was a genius I never heard of him but he was in my era so I have to rate him I am 66yrs old but I can understand where he is coming from even though I lived in UK do 50odd yrs now in Jamaica retiring here may his sould RIP. Lovely to know he was from Jamaica strong people.
You were here for a reason big man, now you're free. The one and only Bushwick Bill, R.I.P.!
This is a damn great song that I've never heard. Great, deep ass lyrics and a FANTASTIC tribute by the uploader. God this hit me, man. Seriously, these are some of the deepest, darkest, most introspective rap lyrics I've ever heard put on a song. Rest in peace Bushwick Bill. Dude was a real one like crazy
And led to the most iconic album cover for the geto boys😎🔥 long live Bushwick Bill🐐😭
True..
It really is a powerful song. It hit me hard when it first came out and it still does to this day. People go on about Scarface but I always thought Bill was the superior entertainer and storyteller.
Gem of a song.
Damn this dude had a hard life...he's free now...rest in peace Bushwick.
RIP Bushwick bill! Forever hip hop hall of famer. Most important a great human being😀☝️👏👍🙏✌️
Haven't seen this since 90s. Damn!!
Rise in paradise Bushwick Bill!
Get chills every time I hear this, can’t believe you gone Richard, wish I could see you turn it up 1 last time, Rest In Peace G
Man I grew up on Geto Boys and Bushwick it's a sad day we lost a straight pioneer 12-8-66 - 6-9-19
R.I.P. Richard Steven Shaw ( Bushwick Bill) true Ghetto Boy 4life rest easy little big man.
1 of the best story tellers been listening to Texas rap since late 80s much respect from Australia 👍 RIP BRO
Man this shit hits hard...
I had to crack a tear...
This track is 2 real.
Been bumpin your shit since i was 14 years old.
In few months i'll be 38.
RIP OG
GETO BOYS FOR LIFE!!!
Glad to know I see so many others crack one. I thought I was getting soft
True..
Hajduk Besmrtnik first couple bars break me down every time
I THOROUGHLY FEEL YA MAN.
I have heard of bushiwick bill before but never gave his music a listen since it’s before my time. wow this is one of the craziest songs I have ever heard so much pain he was going thru at least now he has peace RIP
"WITH AN IV IN MY ARM, I TOOK A PICTURE FOR AN ALBM COVER"🔥🔥🔥
Respect and Salute to 1 of the true OG's of hip hop . The legendary Bushwick Bill . Sad to see a legend taken before his time . RIP to him . You will be missed . Geto Boys 4 Life.
This makes me tear up especially that he's gone Thanks for uploading in HD
Damn....gone but not forgotten about you Bushwick I love you brother God got you fly love you in the hands of the most high......
R.I.P....Bushwick Bill H.Town LEGEND GHETTO BOYS 4LIFE..Im so glad I got the chance to see you perform back in the dayz Great memories ..
We gonna miss you Bill
Bushwick Bill (and the geto boys) are some of the most honest rappers ever. Sincere expression...which is what creativity is all about. Now we live in hte nightmare era of expressing..just to express. Greed.
To God we belong and to Him we return.
Also that bitch he;s rapping about was probably a toxic borderline personality. Men should inform themselves about these personalities and maybe avoid the worst experience in your life.
Yes, You made it my friend, I remember hanging at Hester house drinking Kool-Aid. Miss u
R.I.P Bill. Thank you for being the artist that your were. Geto Boys forever.
R.I.P. there will never be another person like you Bushwick Bill😥👌🏾💪🏾
Did you know he was a Rat...
He always game homage to the birth place of rap AND hip hop .. R.I.P YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
I miss bushwick. The world just seemed better with him around. RIP my brother, I'll see ya soon 🙏
THIS is what REAL RAP IS!
Real legends never die. Sad news man...My man you're in a better place now you left behind a great legacy and will truly be missed Brother R.I.P Bushwick Geto Boys 4Life
R.I.P. big man.miss you already out here in Cali😖...peace vato. Life is short ... Your wachin over us now. 😇..ty for all your music and wisdom
One Of My All Time Favorites!!! Brings Back ChildHood Memories!!!
R.I.P. BUSHWICK BILL!!!
I grew up with his music. You got a place in my heart. I will never forget you Bushwick Bill.
Love this song and love Bushwich for being a inspiration and a rap legend.. RIP Bushwich Bill
RIP CHUCKWICK. GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN . GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY
One of the realest songs ever!! RIP BILL
i love you my og. you changed my life with your music. my militant gangster rap uncle. one of a kind
God Bless the Legend Bushwick Bill, aka Little Billy. Man in the 90's The Geto Boys helped get me through life in South Central. He will never be forgotten! Rest in Power
I Can't Believe Bushwick Bill Passed Away! A Real Geto Boy! R. I. P. CHUCKY!
Why 33 people dislikes this? Very disrespectful.
R.I.P Bushwick Bill, Geto Boys 4 Life
Rip Bushwick Bill.... Never will I forget the music you brought us..💯
R.I.P. Bushwick.... All the way from the SOUTH SIDE OF CHI!!! Been bumping ur music for as long as i can remember. And ill always bump it... Geto boys 4 life.
Bushwick Bill you will be missed.
Bushwick bill rulez forever 👀🔨🔨🔨🔥😢👍R.I.P. 😢 greetings from Hamburg Germany
I was playing this song since 2017 found it and liked it since
I feel really sad for his 4 children. Rest in Power BB 🙏🏽
R.I.P. Bushwick
This is too sad for words. RIP Bushwick Billy. Fly high brother
Rip Bushwick bill been jamming since 01 when I was 12 prayers for his family you will be missed bruh
Shit. I didn’t know he past away. RIP bro. A true OG of the rap game.
Bushwick Bill was a Rat... Look it up
They chased his rat ass outta Brooklyn...
Remember recording this on YO MTV RAPS! So many good memories...RIP BUSHWICK!
Wow. This shit has really got me. Only just learned of his demise. Only just registered it. Been with Geto Boys since their second album.
This track really focussed on Bushwick Bill's talent and ability. He was able to articulate his experiences, convey his sentiments, and express their impact, in verse, skillfully, and competently.
I came away from this track knowing the Little Big Man was a Giant in presence. He told his stories in the most engaging and humorous way. I loved him. RiP. Bushwick Bill. Sad loss. Missed. Journey well.
Thoughts out to Family and Loved Ones, GB, Scarface, Willie D, 5th Ward, and all who share memories of his presence, or were lucky enough to have known him. You were all part of something special.
Against all the odds.
Damn! Can't belive another legend go away... R.I.P.
RIP the little big man!! 💯👌🏻
Great upload and tribute to the legend, Bushwick. 👍
Legends never die.
Rip bushwick one of a kind.
One Of The Realest Stories Ever Told. Not To Mention How Slick The Track Was. Thanks Bill
Real talk Mang!
I still rap this whole song no it from start to finish I remember this incident I think 🤔 I was 15
I remember this like yesterday. I thought Bushwick was the craziest ever.🙏🌹🙏🌹🙏🌹#CHILDS PLAY
R.I.P Bill..dis type songs made my day and till dis day..h-town..real shit..shout out too surface and willie D..
I Love You forever Bill Never Forget And Thank you
I'm sad... RIP
I’m Too short For Long Conversation
-RIP-
Shut up! Gary Coleman 😂 rip bushwick bill
This song just make me think about life
A shocking song.... but also a vulnerable one... Bill was letting us into his own state of depression, and one that could've ended horribly for everyone, including himself. there's no stack of cash that'll put out the flames of depression, and no amount of alcohol, cocaine or heroin that can help cool the room while the fire burns...
RIP Bill... we love you, and we miss you. No man is perfect, and far from standing in the light of God... but you bared your soul... this video always makes me cry a little, and it's always a little more cathartic every time.
You will be missed..r.i.p the original little big man
Rest easy bushwick your music and inspiration will live on RIP little big man 🙏👑🇯🇲
R. I.P big homie, thanks for blessn us with those hits G!!
One of the realest songs ever
Rest In Paradise Bushwick Bill you'll forever be remembered as well as your legacy
RIP Bushwick Bill...You checked out to soon...❤
😘
RIP lil Big man thank u 4 the music
THE BEAT, THE BACKGROUND CHORUS, THE CADENCE, THE FLOW, THE DELIVERY, THE STORY->💯💯💯💯 .TOP 3 RAP CUTZ OF NE&ALL🕝Z 👐🏾 DOWN.