In a vibrant celebration of Miami’s rich hip-hop heritage, the Miami-Dade County Commission has approved the co-naming of several streets in Liberty City after iconic rap songs and artists. This initiative, led by District 3 Commissioner Keon Hardemon, aims to honor local musical legends and stimulate economic development in the historic neighborhood.
Commissioner Hardemon envisions this project as a catalyst for economic revitalization, aiming to transform 18th Avenue into a cultural landmark that rivals other popular Miami districts. He stated, “The essence of this is to encourage economic development in our community. The essence of this is to… let people know that this exists in Miami-Dade County and you should come and see it.”
The newly designated street names pay homage to songs and artists that have significantly contributed to Miami’s cultural identity. Some of the notable co-namings include:
Between Northwest 18th Avenue and Northwest 19th Avenue, the following names will be added to the existing designations:
- What’s My Name Street on NW 62nd Street
- City Girls Street on NW 63rd Street
- Soul Ties Street on NW 64th Street
- Post & Delete Street on NW 65th Street
- Chase Dis Money Street on NW 66th Street
- Born N Raised Street on NW 67th Street
- Big Money Baller Street on NW 68th Street
- We the Best Terrace on NW 68th Terrace
- Still Da Baddest Street on NW 69th Street
- Trick Love the Kids Street on NW 69th Terrace
- It’s Your Birthday Street on NW 70th Street
- Bad Boys Bad Boys Street on NW 71st Street
Between Northwest 18th Avenue and the jurisdictional boundary of the City of Miami
- Welcome to the MIA Terrace on NW 62nd Terrace
- I Luv My Dawgs Street on NW 63rd Street
- I Deserve It All Street on NW 64th Street
- Closer to My Dreams Street on NW 65th Street
- Tunnel Vision Street on NW 66th Street
- Welcome to My House Street on NW 67th Street
- You Go Girl Street on NW 68th Street
- People Change on NW 68th Terrace
- Lovers and Friends Street on NW 69th Street
- Peace In Da Hood Street on NW 69th Terrace
- Run Da Yard Street on NW 70th Street
Between NW 17th Avenue and NW 18th Avenue
- No Pain, No Gain Street on NW 71st Street
Between NW 62nd Terrace and NW 71st Street
- Memory Lane Avenue on NW 18th Avenue
These co-namings not only celebrate the artists but also aim to instill a sense of pride among residents and attract visitors to the area. Hardemon expressed his hope that the street names will draw tourists, creating photo opportunities and boosting local recognition for both the community and its artists. “It gives people reason to come to 18th Ave., and actually take a picture next to one of the signs,” he said.
The selection criteria for the street names required artists to have achieved significant chart success, such as placements on the Billboard Top 100 and Billboard 200, and to have contributed to the cultural identity of Miami-Dade County through concerts or philanthropic efforts. Artists recognized in this initiative include Betty Wright, Trick Daddy, Trina, Flo Rida, Rick Ross, and Pitbull.
This innovative approach to urban development reflects Miami’s deep-rooted connection to hip-hop culture and its ongoing efforts to celebrate and preserve the city’s unique musical legacy.
For a visual overview of this initiative, you can watch the following video: