1. Kid Cudi
Although Kid Cudi is only 26, and has not been around that long, he is still one of the best rappers ever, and in my opinion, the best. His songs are eclectic in sound, he has songs varying from many beats, to songs with guitar and base. His music is more than just music. Kid Cudi AKA Scott Mescudi puts his heart into all of his songs. Each song, each lyric, each word, means something. His songs make you feel good, it brings confidence in uncertain times, it brings happiness in depressing times, it is nice.
2. Eminem
Eminem has been around for over 15 years, and some say he is currently more popular than ever. Eminem, Marshall Mathers is almost 40 years old. His music tells of interesting stories of his life, for example ‘When I’m Gone’ talks about losing his family, his two children and his ex-wife, Kim. It seems as if lots of his songs talk about his family, and how hard it was as a kid, or how hard it is as an adult. Eminem is one of the greatest rappers ever.
3. Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne and his signature, “Huhah” laugh may be the most memorable thing about him. Lil Wayne has been around for almost as long as Eminem. Eminem’s music is not different from others, but his voice is. He has a harsh, rough voice. It seems as if one of his themes is talking about illegal activities, and degrading women. Lil Wayne is still a prolific, great artist.
4. Wiz Khalifa
Although Wiz Khalifa is only 24, and hasn’t produced as much work as these other rappers, he has a lot of talent and that can’t be denied. His music is interesting, and catchy. It makes one want to sing along, for example, “Black and yellow,” or “Say Yeah,” are very catchy songs that make one want to sing and dance. Look for this artist to be coming out with many more popular and good songs. (Along with Kid Cudi).
5. Tupac
Tupac’s tale is actually quite sad. He was a new artist, who was gaining lots of popularity. He was shot in a drive by at age 25, right before he hit his peak. If Tupac had not been involved with gangs, thus leading to his death, he would still be alive today and producing songs. Although the reason he is on this list is because of the songs he did produce when he was alive. He brought a new style to music, he rhymed great rhymes, and was just a beast.
-Fly on the Wall
Kid Cudi is not the best rapper in the world. I am sorry. I can see Tupac or even Lil Wayne, and I agree that Wiz Khalifa should get rookie of the year, but to not consider Biggie in a top five list is insulting to everyone from the east coast.
In paragraph 3, " Eminem’s music is not different from others, but his voice is," I meant to say Lil Wayne.
-Fly on the Wall
umm i disagree with you on kid cuddi being the best rapper ever overall he is not compared to others... i believe the best rapper as of now is nikki minaj (1. because she is a female, and two because she actually make sense 3. because its a different style. she sing and rap what more could you ask for in the music industry) umm when you talk about lil wayne you do not talk bout him as much you kind of got off track and begin to continue about eminem.
I agree with you when it comes to tupac and i agree with you that wiz khalifa is a great artist.
oh ok sorry i didnt read that comment right before then that make sense.
And WHERE are the beastie Boys?
Also, rappers all rap about life. Most rappers just have lives filled with women and sex... (This is more to people that say, "ZOMG EMINEM RAPS ABOUT LIFE.")
- EJE