The South has something to say–more specifically South Florida. When talking about the South’s impact on rap music many tend to skip of Florida’s contributions. But local official sure haven’t.
Miami-Dade County Commission revealed they are naming several streets in Liberty City after musical pioneers Rick Ross, Trina, Trick Daddy, and the name disbanded City Girls.
In a statement provided to NBC6, District 3 Commissioner Keon Hardemon discussed the initiative that aims to revitalize Miami’s neighborhood Liberty City.
“If you play this music to the people who are from this area, they are going to light up like it’s the Fourth of July,” he said. “The essence of this is to encourage economic development in our community… to let people know that this exists in Miami-Dade County, and you should come and see it.”
He continued: “In the 1950s or so, during the time of segregation,18th Avenue was the place to be. It had juke joints, it had bars, it had restaurants, and it had living quarters… that’s why they named it Broadway.”
Hardemon confirmed the renamed streets are congregated around 8th Avenue. View the full list below.
Between Northwest 18th Avenue and Northwest 19th Avenue:
What’s My Name Street on NW 62nd StreetCity Girls Street on NW 63rd StreetSoul Ties Street on NW 64th StreetPost & Delete Street on NW 65th StreetChase Dis Money Street on NW 66th StreetBorn N Raised Street on NW 67th StreetBig Money Baller Street on NW 68th StreetWe the Best Terrace on NW 68th TerraceStill Da Baddest Street on NW 69th StreetTrick Love the Kids Street on NW 69th TerraceIt’s Your Birthday Street on NW 70th StreetBad Boys Bad Boys Street on NW 71st Street
Between Northwest 18th Avenue:
Welcome to the MIA Terrace on NW 62nd TerraceI Luv My Dawgs Street on NW 63rd StreetI Deserve It All Street on NW 64th StreetCloser to My Dreams Street on NW 65th StreetTunnel Vision Street on NW 66th StreetWelcome to My House Street on NW 67th StreetYou Go Girl Street on NW 68th StreetPeople Change on NW 68th TerraceLovers and Friends Street on NW 69th StreetPeace In Da Hood Street on NW 69th TerraceRun Da Yard Street on NW 70th Street