Knight reportedly used aggressive tactics to free Dr. Dre from Eazy-E’s Ruthless Records contract, including alleged threats against Eazy’s family and claims of kidnapping Heller.

Another user added: "Eazy-E was probably the most successful of any NWA member even though he presented himself as just an equal member of the group, he actually started 'Ruthless Records' with ...

Beyond his work as an artist, Eazy was the mastermind behind Ruthless Records, a label that launched the careers of West Coast rap icons and helped usher in a new era of Hip-Hop.

Another individual remarked: "Eazy-E was probably the most successful of any NWA member even though he presented himself as just an equal member of the group, he actually started 'Ruthless Records ...