Will.i.am & Taboo – East LA

Will.i.am and Taboo, members of the Black Eyed Peas, have recently reunited to release the new single, “East LA”, a track that pays tribute to their hometown. They create vivid images of the neighborhood throughout the song with references such as “5 freeway is East LA / 6-0-5, it’s East LA / On the 7-10, it’s East LA,” which Will.i.am sings at one point. It marks Will.i.am’s first single as a leading artist since he teamed up with Britney Spears on “Mind Your Business” in 2023.

Fans expressed their affection for both Will.i.am and Taboo in the comments section of the music video on YouTube. William has consistently demonstrated his love and commitment to the community that nurtured him. East Los Angeles. That is our brother, loved without condition. We love you too, William. One user posted “thank you for your love.” An additional fan was added. Thank you, Will. I am confident that this message will reach the intended recipients.

Alongside the release, Will.i.am and Taboo issued a statement expressing their backing for the city’s immigrant populations. “They started by saying, ‘We are Los Angelenos, we are Angelenos, we are Americans.'”

Some were born here, while others migrated to this place. Our nation is truly exceptional, and it is imperative that our borders are safeguarded. The notion of border control would logically make residents feel secure, but it has actually infused anxiety into our communities. The targets of their actions are individuals who contribute to the city’s aesthetic appeal. Individuals who stock our supermarkets, tend to other people’s children, and work two to three jobs do so in order to support their own families. It’s a painful emotional experience for me. I made this video to shift the atmosphere and honour the individuals who contribute to our cities’ greatness. Those being disregarded, dehumanized, and demoralized are the very same individuals. We appreciate your contributions. We appreciate your efforts. We will manage to overcome this.