For New Mexico-born rapper Eazay, music isn’t just a craft—it’s survival. His debut album, Forgiven Fruit, rises out of one of the darkest chapters of his life, a period marked by family separation and the fight to stay connected to his son. Where many might have crumbled, Eazay found strength in his faith and turned anguish into art. The record is more than a debut—it’s a document of resilience, an unflinching look at struggle transformed into purpose.
Eazay’s sound carries the weight of that journey. Built on chest-thumping basslines and raw honesty, his style channels the urgency of 2Pac and Eazy-E while weaving in the atmospheric introspection of artists like Mac Miller. Yet it’s no mere imitation. His delivery strikes a balance between grit and reflection, carving out a space that feels uniquely his own. When he raps lines like “Stuck in cell 314 lookin’ for mo / Cell block 6 got me dreamin’ of the stix,” the words don’t just hit—they linger, heavy with lived experience.
Part of what makes Forgiven Fruit so potent is its independence. Refusing to hand his vision over to anyone else, Eazay self-mastered the entire album, fine-tuning every detail to make sure the low end rattles just right in a car system. It’s a deliberate choice, designed for listeners who feel music not just through headphones but in their bones. This do-it-yourself ethos gives the project a raw edge, proof that authenticity doesn’t need major-label polish to resonate.
Though Forgiven Fruit marks a powerful introduction, Eazay is already looking forward. His next project, No More 8 Ballz, promises to expand on his evolution, hinting at new sounds and deeper reflections. For him, each release is less about chasing trends and more about documenting the next step in his story—a journey of growth, faith, and persistence in the face of an unforgiving industry.
At its core, Eazay’s music is an invitation: to share in his struggle, to feel the weight of his honesty, and to find strength in the way he’s turned hardship into hope. He’s not just rapping about survival—he’s showing what survival sounds like.
Stream Forgiven Fruit and follow Eazay’s journey:
“Hip hop really saved my life. I thank God for it every chance I get. He gifted me the talent—I just had to develop it and keep the faith strong.”
— Eazay