Ever since Nipsey Hussle was tragically killed in 2019, the world has come to appreciate his work ethic, business acumen and artistic vision more than ever. An artist that was truly ahead of his time, Hussle was also a fan of bold and meaningful body art.

1. "Prolific" and "God Will Rise"

God Will Rise. May your legacy continue. Rest In Power Nipsey Hussle. #TheMarathonContinues ???????????? pic.twitter.com/6ip3KgVQgF— #EverybodyFavoriteCousin ???????? (@KayCruise_) April 11, 2019

Prolific means to be plentiful and abundant, especially when it comes to output in terms of life's work. This sentiment and word summed up Nipsey perfectly — aside from being an independent musician he was also an astute and diverse entrepreneur. Hussle was constantly looking for opportunities to elevate and strengthen his community, as Blavity previously told y'all. Ermias (Asghedom) was Nipsey's given name, which means "God Will Rise" in an Eritrean tongue.

2. His Daughter's Name

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who wanna bet us that we don't touch lettuce Stack cheddars forever, live treacherous, all the et ceteras

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on Apr 16, 2018 at 4:46pm PDT

Emani Dior is the name of his daughter. He also shares a son, Kross, with actress Lauren London.

3. The Crown

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Last night at work????

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on Jul 9, 2017 at 12:46pm PDT

The meaning of Hussle's crown isn't documented, but it's safe to assume that Hussle knew he was a King.

4. A "Slauson Boy"

NIPSEY HUSSLE – SLAUSON BOY 2 (MIXTAPE) https://t.co/xjeIiV2i9g [@nipseyhussle] pic.twitter.com/Ryv8nwNr9n— ֆȶɨʟʟ (@illroots) August 16, 2016

Hussle was raised in the Crenshaw district of South Los Angeles and focused his organizing efforts on giving back to his community. Many of his business ventures were based off Slauson Avenue, a street he knew as home.

5. Loose Lips Sink Ships

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All MONEY IN

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on May 25, 2014 at 11:45am PDT

"Loose lips sink ships" is an American idiom that was born from World War II propaganda posters, warning soldiers against unguarded talk. In today's times, it's come to mean that real Gs move in silence.

6. Hood Pt. 1

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Good Company ???????????????????? S/O all my @puma fam And especially @vegas_jones and @richhomiechief ???? @jenjphoto

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on Jan 17, 2019 at 8:22am PST

Nipsey's tattoo which says, “H60DSTA," is what neighborhood crips call each other. It's one of his first tattoos, and he released a song in 2009 with the title, “Hoodstar.”

7. Hood Pt. 2

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????Money counter ????

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on Feb 2, 2017 at 6:46pm PST

It's not certain what "hood unit" means, but it serves as an interesting hand piece.

8. The "S"

Nipsey Hussle was in the gym when he learned “Victory Lap” was Grammy nominated for Best Rap Album. pic.twitter.com/sgwB5P0sJz— Only Hip Hop Facts (@OnlyHipHopFacts) February 17, 2020

Hussle was a member of crips offshoot the Rollin' 60s. The '60s are known to wear Seattle Mariners sports memorabilia, especially those with an "S." It's not apparent if this is a Mariners' S, but it is in that style.

9. The World Most Certainly Was His

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And everything in it.

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on May 20, 2014 at 5:03pm PDT

It's self-explanatory. Hussle arrived on the scene in 2013 as an unsigned rapper who was audacious enough to charge $100 for his mixtape Crenshaw. Some thought it was a gimmick but really it was a declaration of a man who wasn't afraid to bet on himself.

View this post on Instagram All MONEY IN A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on May 25, 2014 at 11:45am PDT

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All MONEY IN

A post shared by Nipsey Hussle (@nipseyhussle) on May 25, 2014 at 11:45am PDT

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