Compton Av

Compton Av is a West Coast rapper born NeShawn McCuien on April 20, 1984, who takes his stage name from the Compton Avenue street where he grew up in Compton, California. Known for his freestyling abilities and entrepreneurial approach to music, Compton Av has built a reputation as a powerful lyricist who brings raw emotion and authentic storytelling to his tracks. Early in his career, he gained attention with singles like "Money Dance," "Hittin Licks," and "Plus Tax," along with his 2015 mixtape Compton 2 Riches. His work has caught the attention of hip-hop heavyweights, with Kurupt and Snoop Dogg selecting one of his tracks for their projects.

In recent years, Compton Av has continued to release music and collaborate with other artists, maintaining an active presence in the West Coast rap scene. His 2025 releases show he's still pushing creative boundaries, including the track "YAYA" and its various remixes featuring collaborators like Steelz and Snoop Dogg. Beyond music, Compton Av has demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to representing his city through interviews and public appearances where he discusses his artistic journey and vision for the future.

Genres

Hip Hop

Trap

Rap

Alternative Hip Hop

Conscious Hip Hop

Underground Rap

West Coast Hip Hop

G Funk

Freestyle Rap

Latest Release

YAYA (Remix)

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Snoop Dogg•

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Single - Released December 5, 2025