Unfortunately, it hasn't gotten any easier for the hip-hop world or society at large to reckon with Nipsey Hussle's loss. The Crenshaw rapper remains a symbol of inspiration and admiration for many, and with other tragic losses in the rap community, his murder is a somber but important part of that history. However, that's not to say his death looms primarily over his impact and life, which are what fans, friends, and family treasure and champion to this day. On the fourth anniversary of his transition, his partner Lauren London shared some potent words of grief, but also love.
"I hold my breath all of March knowing I have to face the memory of the day you transitioned…." she captioned a picture of Nipsey. Holding on to ancient wisdom but the pain is the pain and nothing was ever the same… Eternal Being Ermias Asghedom [his real name] I Love You." Not only that, but she also included a passage from texts from the Bahá'í faith. Said message reflects, in this case, on the "Racks In The Middle" star's immeasurable impact and the continuance of his spirit.
Lauren London Reflects On Anniversary Of Nipsey Hussle's Passing
"'To consider that after the death of the body the spirit perishes is like imagining that a bird in a cage will be destroyed if the cage is broken, though the bird has nothing to fear from the destruction of the cage," it reads. "Our body is like the cage, and the spirit is like the bird. We see that without the cage this bird flies in the world of sleep; therefore, if the cage becomes broken, the bird will continue and exist. Its feelings will be even more powerful, its perceptions greater, and its happiness increased. In truth, from hell it reaches a paradise of delights because for the thankful birds there is no paradise greater than freedom.'"
Meanwhile, developments in the murder case surrounding Hussle took hold of the media recently with the news of his murderer Eric Holder being a target in prison. Although many feel passionately and rightfully about the need for justice, many argued that to honor Nip is to continue positive cycles, not negative ones. Recently, his brother said that his children own the Marathon store he opened, creating the generational wealth he aspired to gift his family. With that in mind and other developments, we can remember his legacy for its greatness, not just its tragic end. Regardless, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Lauren London and Nipsey Hussle.