This is a big move from Los Angeles. The City of Angels is paying tribute to Nipsey Hussle in a powerful way on what would have been his 40th birthday. The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority has unveiled a new initiative celebrating the late rapper’s life and impact. According to ABC7 Los Angeles, the Hyde Park Station has been temporarily renamed “Nipsey Hussle Station” and Metro is releasing two limited edition TAP cards featuring his image.
Two limited-edition Nipsey Hussle TAP cards will drop on August 15, Nipsey Hussle Day. The TAP cards are part of the Metro x Culture series celebrating Angelenos who’ve shaped LA culture, especially those whose journeys began on Metro buses and trains.🚌🚎 pic.twitter.com/l54v84ngZj
— Metro Los Angeles (@metrolosangeles) August 8, 2025
The tribute is part of Metro x Culture, a program designed to “connect the agency with the heart of Los Angeles’ vibrant cultural landscape by collaborating with prolific local artists, musicians, community heroes and influential brands.”
Metro CEO Stephanie Wiggins emphasized how Hussle’s vision continues to resonate across the city. “Hussle’s legacy goes far beyond music. He was a visionary who understood the power of community, connection, and opportunity. At Metro, we share his belief that public transportation is more than just a way to get around; it’s a vital lifeline that can unite neighborhoods, open doors, and uplift lives,” she said in a statement…