Name: Green Eyez
Birth Name: Ricky Gibson
Born: March 3, 1973
Died: May 15, 2015 (age 42)
Place of Origin: Lake Charles, Louisiana; later Inglewood, California
Nationality: American
Genres: Gangsta rap, West Coast hip hop
Occupation: Rapper
Years Active: 1994–2015
Labels: Dangerous Records
Associated Acts: Bloods & Crips
Gang Affiliation: Inglewood Family Bloods (92 Street)
Green Eyez
Ricky Gibson (March 3, 1973 – May 15, 2015), professionally known as Green Eyez, was an American rapper best known for his contributions to West Coast gangsta rap and his involvement with the Bloods & Crips music projects during the 1990s. He later pursued a solo career, releasing several independent albums in the early 2000s.
Ricky Gibson was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and later relocated to Inglewood, California, where he became affiliated with the Inglewood Family Bloods (92 Street). His move to Los Angeles placed him in the center of the West Coast gangsta rap scene during the early 1990s.
Music Career
Green Eyez emerged in 1994 as a member of the Bloods & Crips rap collective. He appeared on Bangin’ on Wax 2… The Saga Continues, contributing to tracks such as “Gangsta Shit,” “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop,” and “Time Is Gone Nigga.” His performances helped establish him as a recognizable voice within the Blood-affiliated rap movement.
He later appeared on Bangin’ on Wax Part III (No Passes), released through Dangerous Records, contributing to tracks including “Worldwide,” “Blue Rags Red Rags Hook Up,” and “Stole Our Shit.”
Solo Career And Death
Following his work with the Bloods & Crips projects, Green Eyez transitioned into a solo career. He released several independent albums that reflected a more personal and introspective style while maintaining his West Coast gangsta rap foundation. These albums marked Green Eyez’s evolution from group-affiliated rap to independent artistry.
Green Eyez died on May 15, 2015, at the age of 42. His death was attributed to health-related complications. He is remembered by fans as a consistent presence from the Bloods & Crips era who successfully transitioned into an independent solo career.
Discography
Group Appearances
- Bangin’ on Wax 2… The Saga Continues (1994)
- Bangin’ on Wax Part III (No Passes) (1996)
Solo Albums
- High Blood Pressure (2000)
- Me Against the World (2002)
- When a G Iz Fed Up (2003)