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THREAD: Top 25 Greatest Hip-Hop Artists of All Time
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Honorable Mentions:
Dr. Dre, Lauryn Hill, Big Daddy Kane, LL Cool J, KRS-One, Prodigy, GZA, Big Pun, Killer Mike, Big L, Redman, Slick Rick, Chuck D, Method Man, Lupe Fiasco, Kool G Rap, Pharoahe Monch, Pusha T, Royce da 5’9”, Roc Marciano, Nate Dogg, J. Cole, Drake & many more
Dr. Dre, Lauryn Hill, Big Daddy Kane, LL Cool J, KRS-One, Prodigy, GZA, Big Pun, Killer Mike, Big L, Redman, Slick Rick, Chuck D, Method Man, Lupe Fiasco, Kool G Rap, Pharoahe Monch, Pusha T, Royce da 5’9”, Roc Marciano, Nate Dogg, J. Cole, Drake & many more
25. MF Doom
Doom is the biggest “underground” rapper of all time. He has one of the most diverse discographies of all time, with incomparable concepts and themes, as well as top tier lyrical ability. His collaborations with some of the greatest producers are all amazing as well
Doom is the biggest “underground” rapper of all time. He has one of the most diverse discographies of all time, with incomparable concepts and themes, as well as top tier lyrical ability. His collaborations with some of the greatest producers are all amazing as well
24. Snoop Dogg
Snoop has the most recognizable voice in hip-hop. He crafted a sound which was dominant in the West Coast. Snoop also has a few notable classic albums, including his debut album “Doggystyle”, as well as involvements in other classic albums
Snoop has the most recognizable voice in hip-hop. He crafted a sound which was dominant in the West Coast. Snoop also has a few notable classic albums, including his debut album “Doggystyle”, as well as involvements in other classic albums
23. Common
One of the most underrated rappers of all time. He uses his platform to promote positivity through his music. Common uses poetry in the form of rapping, and creates clear images for his listeners about all different ranges of topics
One of the most underrated rappers of all time. He uses his platform to promote positivity through his music. Common uses poetry in the form of rapping, and creates clear images for his listeners about all different ranges of topics
22. DMX
One of the most diverse rappers to enter the genre. His flow and delivery are very different from typical rappers. DMX uses a very aggressive style to display his spirituality and vulnerability. His debut, “It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot” is also considered to be a classic
One of the most diverse rappers to enter the genre. His flow and delivery are very different from typical rappers. DMX uses a very aggressive style to display his spirituality and vulnerability. His debut, “It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot” is also considered to be a classic
21. T.I.
The pioneer of trap music. The trap music we hear today would not be around if it wasn’t for T.I. and his top tier hit making ability. His self proclaimed title, “King” of trap music, is backed up by his discography, which is still very relevant today
The pioneer of trap music. The trap music we hear today would not be around if it wasn’t for T.I. and his top tier hit making ability. His self proclaimed title, “King” of trap music, is backed up by his discography, which is still very relevant today
20. Q-Tip
As the lead rapper of A Tribe Called Quest, Q-Tip’s flow and delivery were amazing enough to put him on this list. His production however is top tier, making him one of the greatest hip-hop producers of all time. He also contributed as one of the pioneers of jazz rap
As the lead rapper of A Tribe Called Quest, Q-Tip’s flow and delivery were amazing enough to put him on this list. His production however is top tier, making him one of the greatest hip-hop producers of all time. He also contributed as one of the pioneers of jazz rap
19. RZA
Praised highly as a producer, however RZA is underrated as a rapper. His lyrical talent often gets overshadowed by his production skill, considering he’s one of the greatest producers of all time. RZA is responsible for some of the greatest tracks in hip-hop history
Praised highly as a producer, however RZA is underrated as a rapper. His lyrical talent often gets overshadowed by his production skill, considering he’s one of the greatest producers of all time. RZA is responsible for some of the greatest tracks in hip-hop history
18. Raekwon
Up there as one of the top tier storytellers in hip-hop history. His debut album “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx”, is considered by many to be one of the best rap albums of all time. Aside from his involvement in the Wu-Tang Clan, he also has a very unique style and flow
Up there as one of the top tier storytellers in hip-hop history. His debut album “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx”, is considered by many to be one of the best rap albums of all time. Aside from his involvement in the Wu-Tang Clan, he also has a very unique style and flow
17. Mos Def
One of the pioneers in multisyllabic rhyming. Mos Def’s rhyme scheme pushed the edge of creativity, and he was a true lyrical genius. He also has a classic album under his belt titled “Black on Both Sides”, considered to be one of the better albums in hip-hop history
One of the pioneers in multisyllabic rhyming. Mos Def’s rhyme scheme pushed the edge of creativity, and he was a true lyrical genius. He also has a classic album under his belt titled “Black on Both Sides”, considered to be one of the better albums in hip-hop history
16. Big Boi
Often overshadowed by his charismatic partner, Big Boi is one of the most underrated rappers of all time. Big Boi’s involvement in Outkast shouldn’t go unnoticed. The two diverse and unique styles of him and Andre compliment eachother perfectly
Often overshadowed by his charismatic partner, Big Boi is one of the most underrated rappers of all time. Big Boi’s involvement in Outkast shouldn’t go unnoticed. The two diverse and unique styles of him and Andre compliment eachother perfectly
15. 50 Cent
50 Cent in his prime is one of the greatest to ever do it. He has a very distinctive and melodic voice, allowing him to make music sound great effortlessly. His delivery is one of the best hip-hop has ever seen and his hooks are top tier
50 Cent in his prime is one of the greatest to ever do it. He has a very distinctive and melodic voice, allowing him to make music sound great effortlessly. His delivery is one of the best hip-hop has ever seen and his hooks are top tier
14. Black Thought
Black Thought is a surgeon of the rap game. He is also apart of one of the most prolific rap groups, The Roots. He reaches for the most effective words, metaphors, and punchlines, and ties those with the perfect flow and cadence to create an excellent verse
Black Thought is a surgeon of the rap game. He is also apart of one of the most prolific rap groups, The Roots. He reaches for the most effective words, metaphors, and punchlines, and ties those with the perfect flow and cadence to create an excellent verse
13. Scarface
One of the most consistent rappers of all time. Scarface tells his street tales in the form of poetic raps, and provides great perspective to his listeners. His music has great emotional depth, and revovles around consistent themes of vulnerability and honesty
One of the most consistent rappers of all time. Scarface tells his street tales in the form of poetic raps, and provides great perspective to his listeners. His music has great emotional depth, and revovles around consistent themes of vulnerability and honesty
12. Rakim
As one of the most influential lyricists of all time, Rakim changed the game as one of the pioneers of multisyllabic rhymes. He was the dividing line between old-school and new-school. With his soft spoken delivery, Rakim is half of one of rap's greatest duos
As one of the most influential lyricists of all time, Rakim changed the game as one of the pioneers of multisyllabic rhymes. He was the dividing line between old-school and new-school. With his soft spoken delivery, Rakim is half of one of rap's greatest duos
11. Ice Cube
One of the best West-Coast rappers of all time. His involvement with NWA, as well as his solo discography are nearly flawless and noteworthy. Ice Cube is the master of rapping about political subjects and issues
One of the best West-Coast rappers of all time. His involvement with NWA, as well as his solo discography are nearly flawless and noteworthy. Ice Cube is the master of rapping about political subjects and issues
10. Ghostface Killah
Aside from being the best member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Ghostface has a legendary solo discography and involvement in hip-hop. With an amazing flow and delivery, Ghostface is one of the best and most consistent rappers of all time
Aside from being the best member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Ghostface has a legendary solo discography and involvement in hip-hop. With an amazing flow and delivery, Ghostface is one of the best and most consistent rappers of all time
9. Lil Wayne
Weezy has one of the best mixtape discographies of all time. He is also one of the most influential rappers, which is displayed in the modern climate of hip-hop. With his multisyllabic rhyming, as well as his clever wordplay, Lil Wayne is easily one of the greatest
Weezy has one of the best mixtape discographies of all time. He is also one of the most influential rappers, which is displayed in the modern climate of hip-hop. With his multisyllabic rhyming, as well as his clever wordplay, Lil Wayne is easily one of the greatest
8. Eminem
With one of the best three album runs of all time, a complex flow, and experimental wordplay, Eminem is one of the best to ever do it. Regardless of the criticism of his more recent work, Eminem will always go down as one of the best rappers and lyricists of all time
With one of the best three album runs of all time, a complex flow, and experimental wordplay, Eminem is one of the best to ever do it. Regardless of the criticism of his more recent work, Eminem will always go down as one of the best rappers and lyricists of all time
7. Kendrick Lamar
The best rapper of this generation. Kendrick Lamar has solidified himself with the greats with his two critically acclaimed albums “good kid, m.A.A.d city” and “To Pimp A Butterfly”. Kendrick has been able to mix very conscious rap with large mainstream success
The best rapper of this generation. Kendrick Lamar has solidified himself with the greats with his two critically acclaimed albums “good kid, m.A.A.d city” and “To Pimp A Butterfly”. Kendrick has been able to mix very conscious rap with large mainstream success
6. Tupac
Tupac is the most influential rapper of all time. Tupac was a poet. His lyricism was pure poetry, showing passion and emotion in each track he touched. Even after death, Tupac remains as one of the most important hip-hop figures of all time
Tupac is the most influential rapper of all time. Tupac was a poet. His lyricism was pure poetry, showing passion and emotion in each track he touched. Even after death, Tupac remains as one of the most important hip-hop figures of all time
5. The Notorious B.I.G.
Biggie was the perfect package of a rapper. With great lyricism, hit-making ability, and a smooth delivery and flow, he is undeniably one of the greatest rappers to ever grace the genre
Biggie was the perfect package of a rapper. With great lyricism, hit-making ability, and a smooth delivery and flow, he is undeniably one of the greatest rappers to ever grace the genre
4. Andre 3000
As the better half of one of the greatest hip-hop duos of all time, Andre has became one of the most iconic artists. With his unique style and flow, he always steals the show on every song he is featured on, and is extremely consistent with his craft
As the better half of one of the greatest hip-hop duos of all time, Andre has became one of the most iconic artists. With his unique style and flow, he always steals the show on every song he is featured on, and is extremely consistent with his craft
3. Jay-Z
With three undisputed classic albums, Jay-Z has one of the greatest discographies in all of hip-hop. His effortless and casual flow, as well as his lyrical ability, have been able to make him one of the most influential and successful hip-hop artists of all time
With three undisputed classic albums, Jay-Z has one of the greatest discographies in all of hip-hop. His effortless and casual flow, as well as his lyrical ability, have been able to make him one of the most influential and successful hip-hop artists of all time
2. Nas
The best storyteller of all time in hip-hop. He is the embodiment of lyricism, a pinnacle of the craft. “Illmatic”, his debut album, is widely considered as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. He has all the requirements to be considered one of the best
The best storyteller of all time in hip-hop. He is the embodiment of lyricism, a pinnacle of the craft. “Illmatic”, his debut album, is widely considered as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. He has all the requirements to be considered one of the best
1. Kanye West
The greatest hip-hop artist of all time. With arguably the greatest discography of music across all genres, Kanye has always been a creative genius. Whether it’s rapping, producing, singing, or innovating, Kanye rarely has ever missed throughout his entire career
The greatest hip-hop artist of all time. With arguably the greatest discography of music across all genres, Kanye has always been a creative genius. Whether it’s rapping, producing, singing, or innovating, Kanye rarely has ever missed throughout his entire career
The Greatest Hip-Hop Artist of All Time, Kanye West
Hope you enjoyed reading! Feel free to debate and discuss different placements and picks you have
Another huge shoutout to @SHEESHhiphop for all the illustrations and artwork used throughout this thread!
Once again, your support is greatly appreciated
Another huge shoutout to @SHEESHhiphop for all the illustrations and artwork used throughout this thread!
Once again, your support is greatly appreciated
