Having worked with some of the "Gangsta" groups on their videos back in the late 80's- early 90's (N.W.A., The D.O.C., Ice -T,etc.) people need to realize that these personas and biographies were dreamed up and embellished by the record labels to sell records AND a lifestyle. I know a good amount that had an upbringing very contrary to the trials, tribulations and body counts that their "Biographies" attest to. But when you have BILLIONS to be made thru clothing, liqour, electronics, shoes and YES even auto accessories, the $$$ add up fast. Granted, there are some that have lived the "Thug" life and have paid the price but the majority are Corporate Puppets that are as much "Gangsters" as Stallone is a Pro Boxer. I mean, come on, is Brittany Spears really a singer just because she's put out a few albums?
