Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E.
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. is an American hip hop band from Carson, California, consisting of the American Samoa Devoux brothers Paul (died 2020), Ted (died 2018), Donald, Roscoe, Danny (died 2022), David and Vincent. It is noted for its use of a live band, utilizing funk and metal influences, and gangsta rap lyricism.
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| Origin | Carson, California, United States |
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| Years active | 1989–present |
| Labels | 4th & B'way/Island, Samoan Mafia, Hollywood BASIC |
| Members | Vincent "Gawtti" Devoux Donald "Kobra" Devoux Roscoe "Murder One" Devoux David "E.K.A." Devoux |
| Past members | Ted "Godfather" Devoux (deceased) Paul "Ganxsta Ridd" Devoux (deceased) Danny "Monsta O" Devoux (deceased) |
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. became popular after touring in Japan in the mid-1980s, where they were initially known as the "Blue City Crew." The "Boo-Yaa" in their name signifies the sound of a shotgun being discharged, while the "T.R.I.B.E." stands for "Too Rough International Boo-Yaa Empire." According to hip-hop documentarians, Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. is "synonymous with hip hop in Los Angeles."
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