Considered to have started on August 11, 1973, hip-hop has become synonymous with music and pop culture for well over five decades. Originating from the Bronx, New York City, hip-hop essentially has five elements: deejaying, breakdancing, graffiti art, MCing, or rapping.
Rapping, arguably the most popular element of hip-hop, has grown into a global phenomenon. It has defined the music industry over the past decades with many influential acts coming out of the scene.
In this article, we shall take a look at the 50 most influential rappers of all time, as identified by Forbes.
The Top 50 Rappers
1. Jay-Z
Born Shawn Corey Carter, Jay-Z is a rapper, songwriter, producer, and business mogul. He is widely considered one of the most successful hip-hop artistes of all time. Not to mention his estimated net worth of $2 billion, a true businessman indeed. Jay-Z’s catalogue includes classic albums like Reasonable…
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