“I should have trademarked that back in the day.” Ice-T is referencing the title of his 1991 solo album, O.G. Original Gangster, a term that has since become common vernacular, and one he’s been using for nearly 40 years., per Spin.
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The SoCal Angle
From his early days shaping the West Coast hip-hop sound, Ice-T remains an undeniable icon. While his genre is listed as Rock, his foundational contributions to gangsta rap continue to resonate with a generation that grew up with his groundbreaking work.
Last updated March 24, 2026.