Our 25 Best Rappers Of All Time list looks at some of the greatest rappers in music. Rap music has been around for decades. The music is dynamic. Some rap artists have transcended the genre and made incredible music. Some artists have made their mark in music while opening the doors for others to do the same. These lyrical geniuses have made music that tells stories that will open your eyes about what’s going on in the world.
Each rapper on our list has contributed to music in one way or another. They are an inspiration to millions of people. Their music has stood the test of time. There are a lot of great rappers who could have made our list. Please don’t fault us if your favorites didn’t make the list. We wanted to add a wide range of rappers for our list. Our list is going to pay tribute to some of the greatest rappers of all time. Lists like this spark debates because of people who are added or omitted from them. Is your favorite on our list? Let the debates begin.
# 25 – Big Daddy Kane
The 25th artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time list is Big Daddy Kane. Big Daddy Kane’s career began in the 1980s. He is known as one of the masters of fast rhyming. Big Daddy Kane is a craftsman when it comes to hip-hop music. He was able to attract female audiences because of his good looks and rhyming skills. He is considered one of the greatest rappers during the golden era.
Big Daddy Kane’s first couple of albums are considered classics. Younger artists credit him as their inspiration. His albums include Long Live the King, It’s a Big Daddy Thing, Taste of Chocolate, Prince of Darkness as well as others. Some of his hits include “Smooth Operator,” “Ain’t No Half Steppin’,” “I Get the Job Done,” “Cause I Can Do It Right,” “Groove with It,” “The Lover in You,” “Very Special,” “How U Get a Record Deal?” and “Uncut, Pure.”
# 24 – The Game
The 24th artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is The Game. The Game rose to fame in 2005. He helped bring West Coast hip-hop music back to the mainstream. He gained attention by working with 50 Cent and G-Unit. He branched out on his own and had success with his solo work.
The Game’s albums have sold over five million copies. The Game has seven number one R&B/Hip-Hop albums. The Game’s albums include The Documentary, Doctor’s Advocate, LAX, The R.E.D. Album, Jesus Piece, The Documentary 2, The Documentary 2.5, 1992 as well as other albums and mixtapes. His singles include “How We Do,” “Hate It or Love It,” “Dreams,” “Let’s Ride,” “Wouldn’t Get Far,” “Games Plan,” “My Life,” “Celebration,” “100,” “All Eyez,” “Eazy,” as well as others.
# 23 – Ludacris
The 23rd artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is Ludacris. The rapper and actor has been in the music business since the late 1990s. He has been credited as one of the first Dirty South rappers to have mainstream success in the 21st century. He was one of the first artists from Atlanta to crossover in the 2000s era. His music dominated the airwaves in the 2000s era. Ludacris has sold over 17 million albums and over 24 million singles throughout his career.
Five of his albums went platinum and two went gold. He has several successful albums and singles throughout his career. Ludacris has won six awards to date. He released 89 singles and counting. Thirty-five of the singles have charted on the Hot 100 chart. Ludacris’ albums include Back for the First Time, Word of Mouf, Chicken-n-Beer, The Red Light District, Release Therapy, Theater of the Mind, as well as others. His hit singles include “Area Codes,” “Rollout (My Business),” “Act a Fool,” “Stand Up,” “Get Back,” “Number One Spot,” “Money Maker,” “Runaway Love,” “How Low,” “My Chick Bad,” as well as others.
# 22 – Foxy Brown
Foxy Brown burst on the music scene in the 1990s. She has been overlooked as an influential rapper in the music industry because of her personal issues, but her impact is still intact. She is a talented rapper who isn’t afraid to take risks with her music. Foxy Brown turns r&b songs into hip-hop hits. Her albums mix different genres of music. Her first album Ill Na Na was the first album by a female to chart in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 charts.
The rapper also had success with the rap group The Firm. She is known for her artistry as well as her fashion sense. Foxy Brown had to compete with Lil’ Kim, but she was able to maintain her fanbase. She helped open the doors for future female rappers to make it in the hip-hop genre. Her albums include Ill Na Na, Chyna Doll and Broken Silence. Her singles include “Get Me Home,” “I’ll Be,” “Big Bad Mamma,” “Firm Biz,” “Hot Spot,” “I Can’t,” “Candy,” “Come Fly with Me,” “Touch Me, Tease Me,” as well as others.
#21 – Lil’ Kim
Lil’ Kim has been in the music business since the mid 1990s. She has been considered the Queen of Rap. She was able to transcend the male dominated world of rap music with her style. Lil’ Kim talked about female empowerment and dominance. She talked about the same subjects men talked about, but she put a feminine spin on it. She’s a risk taker in music and fashion. She has inspired many artists such as Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Teyana Taylor, Iggy Azalea, Ice Spice as well as others. Lil’ Kim sold over 15 million albums.
She has been named as one of the greatest MCs of all time. Lil’ Kim has won over 50 awards during her career. Three of her albums went platinum. Her albums are Hard Core, The Notorious K.I.M., La Bella Mafia, The Naked Truth and 9. Her hit singles include ”No Time,” “Not Tonight,” “No Matter What They Say,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Magic Stick,” “It’s All About the Benjamins,” “I Can Love You,” “Money, Power & Respect,” as well as others.
# 20 – Ice T
The 20th artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is Ice T. Ice T has been in the music business since the 1980s. The rapper and actor worked in the hip-hop and heavy metal genres. He used guitars because he loved rock music and wanted to incorporate it in his music. It made his raps harder. Ice T helped put West Coast rap on the map. He has been coined one of the Godfathers of gangsta rap. He helped pave the way for N.W.A., Snoop Dog, The Game as well as other West Coast rappers to make it in music. He sold over 20 million albums throughout his career.
Ice T was known for talking about controversial topics. He helped bring awareness to what was going on in the urban area. Five of his albums have gone gold or better. His albums include Rhyme Pays, Power, O.G. Original Gangster, Home Invasion, as well as others. His singles include “Colors,” “I’m Your Pusher,” “High Rollers,” “Lethal Weapon,” “New Jack Hustler (Nino’s Theme),” “O.G. Original Gangster,” “I Must Stand,” as well as others.
# 19 – T.I.
T.I.’s debut album came out in 2001. He is one of the pioneers of trap music. Seven of his albums reached the Top five on the Billboard 200 charts. T.I. sold over 14 million records in his career. He proved he is a force to reckon with by holding his own against great artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Eminem as well as others. Other artists enjoy his style so much they want him to collaborate on their songs. The rapper and actor has released 11 albums and 110 singles to date.
Seven of his albums have gone gold or platinum. His albums include Trap Muzik, Urban Legend, King, T.I. vs. T.I.P., Paper Trail, No Mercy, Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head, Paperwork, as well as other albums and mixtapes. T.I.’s singles include “Let’s Get Away,” “Rubber Band Man,” “Bring ‘Em Out,” “U Don’t Know Me,” “ASAP,” “What You Know,” “Why You Wanna,” “Top Back,” “Whatever You Like,” “Live Your Life,” “Dead and Gone,” “Got Your Back,” as well as others.
# 18 – Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill rose to fame as a member of the group The Fugees in the 1990s. She was arguably the standout performer in the group. Lauryn Hill went solo, and she blew up musically. She helped break barriers for other female rappers who sing and rap. Lauryn Hill helped bring hip-hop and neo soul to the mainstream. She is considered one of the greatest female rappers in music. She’s also one of the Queens of Hip-Hop music. She has been on many greatest rapper lists because of her skills on the microphone. Many artists have emulated her style of melodic rap music. Drake, Beyonce, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj are some of the people who have benefitted from using her style of melodic rap.
The singer, rapper and actress has won 105 awards throughout her career. She is one of the youngest African American women to have won Album of the Year. As of now, she has won the most Grammy Awards for a female hip-hop artist. Her album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is considered one of the best albums of all time. The album sold over 20 million copies worldwide. She was the first female rapper to have an album certified diamond. She may be dealing with her personal issues, but her legacy will never be forgotten.
# 17 – LL Cool J
LL Cool J is one of the greatest rappers of the golden era. He was one of the first rappers to achieve mainstream success with his single “I Need a Beat.” He opened the door for B-Boy style rapping. He was the first rapper to receive the Kennedy Centers Honor in 2017. LL Cool J was a hitmaker for female fans with his swag and his looks. He helped make it possible for hip-hop artists to crossover and into the mainstream. He also helped open doors for rappers to appear in TV and movies.
LL Cool J has won 11 awards for his rapping career as well as awards for his acting career. Eleven of his albums have gone gold or platinum. His albums include Radio, Bigger and Deffer, Walking with a Panther, Mama Said Knock You Out, Mister Smith, Phenomenon, G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), 10, The DEFnition, Todd Smith, as well as other. His singles include, “I’m Bad,” “I Need Love,” “Going Back to Cali,” “I’m That Type of Guy,” “Jingling Baby,” “Around the Way Girl,” “Mama Said Knock You Out,” “Hey Lover,” “Loungin’,” “Ain’t Nobody,” “Phenomenon,” “Father,” as well as others.
# 16 – Future
Future has been in the music business since 2003. He’s known for his mumble-style rap vocals. His flow helped put Atlanta on the hip-hop map in the 2010s. He’s one of the pioneers of melody and AutoTune in trap music. His musical style makes Future one of the most influential of his generation. Future has crossover appeal with listeners. He has won nine awards to date.
Most of his albums have gone gold or platinum. Future is one of the artists with the most platinum albums in the 2010s. Future has sold over 14 million albums and counting. His albums include Pluto, Honest, DS2, Evol, Future, Hndrxx, The Wizrd, as well as others. Future has over 117 singles and counting. Future was one of the only artists to have a Hot 100 single every week in 2022. His hit singles “Turn on the Lights,” “Neva End,” “Where Ya At,” “Jumpman,” “Low Life,” “Mask Off,” “Fine China,” “Life Is Good,” as well as others.
# 15 – Drake
The 15th artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time list is Drake. Drake was introduced to the world as Jimmy Brooks on the teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation from 2001-2008. He decided to pursue a career in music and hasn’t looked back. He is an integral part of music. He made mixing r&b and hip-hop music popular again. He’s broken musical records with his numerous albums and singles. He has the Midas touch when it concerns music. Most of his albums and singles went gold or platinum. Drake has over 300 singles on the Billboard charts and counting. He has sold over 170 million records and counting.
Drake has won over 190 awards and counting. Drake’s hit albums include Thank Me Later, Take Care, Nothing Was the Same, Views, Scorpion, Certified Lover Boy, Honestly Nevermind as well as other mixtapes. Some of his hits include “One Dance,” “Hot Line Bling,” “Hold On, We’re Going Home,” “Take Care,” “Best I Ever Had,” “Marvin’s Room,” “Started from the Bottom,” as well as others. Drake may not have been in the business as long as other artists on our list, but his music has made a big impact.
# 14 – 50 Cent
50 Cent is a rapper, actor and producer who rose to fame in the 2000s. He was picked as one of the greatest rappers of his generation. 50 Cent was discovered by Eminem and he’s been on the map ever since that moment. His first album Get Rich or Die Tryin’ was a monster success. The album went nine times platinum. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. He has won 74 awards and counting.
The triple threat discovered G-Unit, Young Buck, Llyod Banks and Tony Yayo. He helped open doors for other East Coast rappers the same way the doors were opened for him. Four of his albums have gone gold or platinum. He is the sixth best-selling artist of all time as of now. His albums include The Massacre, Curtis, Before I Self Destruct and Animal Ambition. 50 Cent’s singles include “Wanksta,” “In da Club,” “21 Questions,” “P.I.M.P.,” “Candy Shop,” Disco Inferno,” “Just a Lil Bit,” “Window Shopper,” “You Don’t Know,” “Ayo Technology,” “I Get Money,” as well as others.
# 13 – Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg has been in the business since the 1990s. It’s hard to imagine a time when he wasn’t in the music business. He is known for his smooth and laid-back vocal delivery. His rhyming skills are melodic. His unique vocabulary has become very popular in pop culture. How many times have you heard or used “izzle” in your vocabulary? The rapper can freestyle on demand. He doesn’t need to write anything down because his rhymes come to him naturally. Snoop Dogg helped make West Coast and gangsta rap popular. He is influential to many of today’s artists. Kendrick Lamar considers him an influence.
The rapper and actor has won 27 awards in his career. He has sold over 37 million records worldwide. The legend has 14 Top 10 singles to date. He has released 175 singles and counting. He has been featured on 112 singles and counting. His albums include Doggystyle, Doggfather, Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told, No Limit Top Dogg, The Last Meal, Paid tha Cost to Be da Boss, R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta: The Masterpiece), The Blue Carpet Treatment, as well as others. His singles include “What’s My Name?,” “Gin and Juice,” “Snoop’s Upside Ya Head,” “Still a G Thing,” “Lay Low,” “Beautiful,” “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” “Signs,” “Ups & Downs,” as well as others.
# 12 – DMX
DMX began rapping in the 1990s. He had a huge impact on hip-hop music in the 2000s era. He was one of the most prolific rappers in the game. The late rapper set records during his career. His music was different from other artists. While other artists were talking about partying, he talked about dark and aggressive subjects. He helped make “horrorcore” popular. DMX sold over 74 million records worldwide. He released eight albums and had 47 singles during his lifetime.
Five of his albums went platinum. His albums include It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, …And Then There Was X, The Great Depression, Grand Champ, as well as others. DMX’s singles include “Get at Me Dog,” “Ruff Ryders Anthems,” “How’s It Goin’ Down,” “Slippin’,” “What’s My Name?,” “Party Up (Up in Here),” “We Right Here,” “X Gon’ Give It to You,” “Where the Hood at?” “Get It on the Floor,” as well as others. He may be gone, but he won’t be forgotten.
# 11 – Kanye West
Kanye West is a rapper and producer. He was in the music business as a producer for artists before he decided to step up the mic. He is considered one of the best artists of the 21st century. He is a great rapper because of his creativity and his expressive lyrics. He likes to experiment when it comes to his music. Fans love his unique style which is why they continue to buy his albums and singles. Kanye West plays by his own rules and doesn’t want his music to fit one musical genre. Kanye West was credited as one of the artists who ended gangsta rap. He inspired artists such as Drake, Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott and Chance the Rapper. Kanye West sold over 31 million albums and over 160 million records. He’s one of the best-selling rappers of all time.
All Kanye West’s albums have gone gold or better. He has 10 number one albums. The rapper has won 273 awards during his career. His albums include The College Dropout, Late Registration, Graduation, 808s & Heartbreak, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Yeezus, The Light of Pablo, as well as others. His singles include “Through the Wire,” “All Falls Down,” “Jesus Walks,” “The New Workout Plan,” “Gold Digger,” “Touch the Sky,” “Stronger,” “Can’t Tell Me Nothing,” “Good Life,” “Flashing Lights,” “Homecoming,” “Love Lockdown,” “Heartless,” “Forever,” “Power,” “Runaway,” “Moster,” as well as others. His personal life may be overshadowing his professional life, but that doesn’t take away from the talent he has as a rapper.
# 10 – Nicki Minaj
The 10th artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is Nicki Minaj. She has been coined the modern-day Queen of Rap. Nicki Minaj is known for having an animated rapping style. Her flow is unique because of the speed and the alter egos she uses. She doesn’t just rap. She sings as well. She can throw her voice in different directions musically. Nicki Minaj uses accents when she raps. She has inspired other female rappers to imitate her unique flow. The rapper has influenced Tinashe, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie, City Girls as well as others. She continues to reinvent herself so you never know what to expect for the talented rapper. She has sold over 100 million albums worldwide.
Nicki Minaj has 132 singles that have charted on the Hot 100 singles charts to date. She has 23 Top 10 singles which is more than any other female artist to date. She is one of the best-selling female artists of all time. The rapper was one of the best-selling artists of any genre in the 2010s decade. All her albums have gone platinum or better. They have peaked at number one and two on the Billboard 200 charts. Her albums include Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded, The Pink Print, Queen, as well as other albums. Nicki Minaj’s singles include “Your Love,” “Right Thru Me,” “Moment 4 Life,” “Super Bass,” “Fly,” “Starships,” “Pound the Alarm,” “High School,” “Bang Bang,” “Anaconda,” “Only,” “The Night Is Still Young,” “Motorsport,” “Barbie Tingz,” “Tusa,” “Trollz,” as well as others. Nicki Minaj is proof that a woman can be successful in the rap industry.
# 9 – Lil Wayne
The ninth artist on our list of Best Rappers Of All Time is Lil Wayne. He is a rapper and singer. He’s considered one of the most influential rappers in hip-hop music. He’s been coined as one of the greatest rappers of all time. His career began in the mid-1990s. He was one of the youngest artists on the Cash Money Records label. Lil Wayne’s style and use of AutoTune has influenced modern-day hip-hop music. He inspired artists such as 2 Chainz, Future, Young Thug, DaBaby, The Kid Laroi, Nicki Minaj, as well as others. He also helped put Drake and Nicki Minaj on the map. Lil Wayne has won 143 awards and counting.
His albums have gone gold or platinum. Most of his albums have peaked at number one on the charts. His albums include The Block Is Hot, Lights Out, 500 Degreez, Tha Carter, Tha Carter II, Like Father, Like Son, Tha Carter III, Rebirth, I Am Not a Human Being, Tha Carter IV, I Am Not a Human Being II, as well as others. Lil Wayne has appeared in an astonishing 2,674 singles and counting. Chances are you have heard him in something. His hit singles include “Go D.J.,” “Fireman,” “Stuntin’ Like My Daddy,” “Leather So Soft,” “I’m Me,” “Lollipop,” “A Milli,” “Got Money,” “Mrs. Officer,” “Prom Queen,” “Drop the World,” “Right Above It,” “6 Foot 7 Foot,” “How to Live,” “She Will,” “Mirror,” as well as others.
# 8 – Salt -N-Pepa
The eighth artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time are Sal-N-Pepa. Salt-N-Pepa were part of the golden era of rap. They rose to fame in the 1980s when females weren’t known for making rap music. It was a male dominated industry. They broke down those barriers when they released their music. They have been coined the First Ladies of Rap. If it weren’t for Salt-N-Pepa, there probably wouldn’t be too many female acts in the rap industry today.
They are known for writing songs about female empowerment. They were the first female rap act to go platinum. Their albums have gone gold or platinum. Their albums include Hot, Cool & Vicious, A Salt with a Deadly Pepa, Blacks’ Magic, Very Necessary and Brand New. Their singles include “Push It,” “Shake Your Thang,” “Twist and Shout,” “Expression,” “Independent,” “Do You Want Me,” “Shoop,” “Whatta Man,” “None of Your Business,” as well as others.
# 7 – N.W.A.
N.W.A. were one of the pioneers of gangsta rap. They are one of the most influential rap groups in hip-hop music. They were known for writing controversial and personal songs. They were known for hardcore rap. During the height of their fame, they practically dominated West Coast rap. They were making it difficult for other artists to get airplay or hits on the charts.
They bridged the gap with different audiences with their music. Their debut album Straight Outta Compton marked the debut of gangsta rap. Their singles include “Straight Outta Compton,” “Gangsta Gangsta,” “Express Yourself,” “100 Miles and Runnin’,” “Alwayz into Somethin’” and “Appetite for Destruction.” N.W.A. spawned the careers of Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, Eazy-E, and MC Ren. The members of N.W.A. would go on to have successful solo careers of their own. They were only together for four years, but they left a legacy that will last a lifetime.
# 6 – Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar has made a name for himself in rap music. He is known for his socially conscious songs and progressive musical style. He’s one of the most influential rappers of his generation. Kendrick Lamar has been credited for reviving jazz rap. His music can be heard almost everywhere. Most fans of hip-hop music would add him on their list of best rappers. Numerous outlets have coined him the new King of Hip-Hop. Kendrick Lamar has inspired artists such as Khalid, Jhene Aiko, Dua Lipa as well as others. He’s a master of telling stories. His music is suitable for radio. He has been praised for his lyrics. Kendrick Lamar has won 173 awards and we have no doubt he will win more.
All his albums have gone gold or better. Most of his albums have peaked at number one on the charts. His hit albums include Section 80, Good Kid, M.A.A.D City, To Pimp a Butterfly, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, as well as other compilation albums. His singles include “The Recipe,” “Swimming Pools (Drank),” “Poetic Justice,” “I,” “King Kunta,” “Humble,” “Loyalty,” “Love,” “Pray for Me,” “Family Ties,” as well as others.
# 5 – Nas
The fifth artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is Nas. Nas is considered one of the greatest rappers of all time. The rapper has been praised for his production and lyrics. His lyrical technique has been praised because of his depiction of life on the streets. He’s considered one of the greatest innovators of storytelling. Nas is known for having a conversational style of rapping.
He has a brilliant mind for writing music. His talent knows no limits. Nas’ debut album Illmatic is one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. He sold over 20 million records and over 35 million albums worldwide. His albums include It Was Written, I Am…, Nastradamus, Stillmatic, God’s Son, Streets’ Disciple, Hip Hop Is Dead, Untitled, Life Is Good as well as others. Some of his singles include “The World Is Yours,” “If I Ruled the World (Imagine That),” “Street Dreams,” “Nas Is Like,” “Hate Me Now,” “Nastradamus,” “Got Ur Self a…,” “Made You Look,” “I Can,” as well as others.
# 4 – Eminem
Eminem is known for making hip-hop music popular in middle America. He is a great rapper because his songs connect with his audience. He does hardcore, horrorcore and comedy hip-hop music. He broke racial barriers when he arrived on the music scene. He helped make it possible for Caucasian rappers to be taken seriously in hip-hop music. Eminem wrote about angst and social songs. He recorded shock rap that had listeners glued to his work. Fans wondered who he was going to go after next. Eminem has excellent freestyle skills. He’s known for creating alter egos for his songs. His best known alter ego is Slim Shady. As Slim Shady, he does dark and comedic songs. He’s an inspiration to artists such as The Weeknd, 50 Cent, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Juice Wrld, as well as others. He’s won 149 awards and counting. He’s one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Eminem has sold over 220 million records worldwide. His albums sold over 227 million copies worldwide. His albums include The Slim Shady LP, The Marshall Mathers LP, The Eminem Show, Encore, Relapse, Recovery, The Marshall LP 2, Revival, Kamikaze, as well as others. His hit singles include “My Name Is,” “Guilty Conscience,” “The Real Slim Shady,” “The Way I Am,” “Without Me,” “Cleanin’ Out My Closet,” “Lose Yourself,” “Superman,” “Just Lose It,” “Like Toy Soldiers,” “When I’m Gone,” “I’m Not Afraid,” “Love the Way You Lie,” as well as others.
# 3 – Jay-Z
Coming in at number three on our list is Jay-Z. He is one of the greatest rappers of all time. He’s credited with the success of Kanye West, Rihanna and J. Cole. He came out in 1996 and the world took notice of him. He became the world’s first hip-hop billionaire. He sold over 140 million records. He’s one of the masters of flow. He can rap fast or slow. Jay-Z can write lyrics in his head. He keeps fans interested with his smooth and clever wordplay. There aren’t too many artists who can compete with his rhyming skills. He’s in a class by himself. He won 266 awards during his career. Jay-Z was the first hip-hop artist to be entered into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
The rapper and producer has 14 number one albums. He sold over 140 million records worldwide. He sold over 45 million albums worldwide. His hit albums include Reasonable Doubt, In My Lifetime, Vol. 1, Vol. 2…Hard Knock Life, Vol. 3…Life and Times of S. Carter, The Dynasty: Roc La Familia, The Blueprint, The Blueprint 2: The Gift and the Curse, The Black Album, Kingdom Come as well as others. His singles include “Dead Presidents,” “Can I Get A…,” “Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem),” “Big Pimpin’,” “Izzo (H.O.V.A.),” “Song Cry,” “Dirt Off Your Shoulder,” “99 Problems,” “Numb/Encore,” “Show Me What You Got,” “Swagga Like Us,” “Run This Town,” “Empire State of Mind,” as well as others.
# 2 – The Notorious B.I.G.
The Notorious B.I.G. is one of the greatest rappers of all time. He was known for his laidback rhyming skills. He rapped in a deep tone. He made his rhymes sound smooth. He was one of the masters of flow. The Notorious B.I.G. made rapping look effortless. His songs were about his life. He talked about the ups and downs of his life. He helped keep East Coast rap on the map. He was able to remain on top during the East Coast and West Coast rap wars. His songs were so good they were sampled by other artists.
When he passed away there was a song dedicated to his memory. There was a movie made about his life. He won 14 awards during his lifetime. The Notorious B.I.G. sold 17 million albums worldwide. He sold over 28 million albums. His hit singles include “Juicy,” “Big Poppa,” “One More Chance,” “Hypnotize,” “Mo Money Mo Problems,” as well as others. His life was tragically cut short so he was only in the business for a few years. His memory will always live on through his music. People still listen to his music to this day and credit him as an influential rapper.
# 1 – Tupac
The number one artist on our list of 25 Best Rappers Of All Time is Tupac. He was one of the most influential and successful rappers of all time. He’s one of the best-selling artists of all time. Tupac’s songs were about social issues that occurred in inner cities. He was an activist against inequality. Tupac was a central figure in West Coast hip-hop music. If you ask any hip-hop artist who inspired them, they will probably add the legend to their list. Numerous outlets have picked him as one of the best rappers of all time. He is an important figure in rap music even in his death. He was one of the best rappers in the 1990s.
His war with The Notorious B.I.G. gained a lot of attention. He was able to gain mainstream fans when he threw his hat in the acting ring. He was able to excel in both areas of entertainment. Tupac has five number one albums. He sold over 75 million records and over 55 million albums. Some of his albums include 2pacalypse Now, Me Against the World, All Eyez on Me, as well as others. His singles include “I Get Around,” “Keep Ya Head Up,” “Dear Mama,” “California Love,” “How U Want It,” “I Ain’t Mad At Cha,” “Changes,” as well as others. Like The Notorious B.I.G., his life was tragically cut short. He was able to sustain a successful and impactful career. He is still one of the best rappers in music to this day.
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