E-40 delivered a masterclass in West Coast hip-hop at BottleRock Napa Valley 2025, captivating the crowd with his signature flow and timeless hits. Opening with the iconic “Tell Me When to Go,” he seamlessly transported fans back to the hyphy movement’s heyday. His setlist was a journey through his illustrious career, featuring tracks like “Sprinkle Me” and “Choices (Yup),” which had the audience rapping along in unison. E-40’s performance was a testament to his enduring influence, proving that even after three decades, his music remains as impactful and resonant as ever.
E-40 hit the stage with Big Omeezy, bringing Bay Area energy to BottleRock. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife. E-40 asks the crowd to sing along to “Yup!” with Big Omeezy backing him up on stage. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife. E-40 performs on the Jam Cellars Stage. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife. The duo of E-40 and Big Omeezy brought classic West Coast vibes to Napa. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife. Big Omeezy holds up a bottle of wine on stage, soaking in the Napa vibes. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife. Bay Area legend E-40 hypes up the crowd on the BottleRock stage. Photographed by Ryan Zhang/BruinLife.
