His intellectual and introspective lyrics have earned him widespread acclaim and respect among his peers, solidifying his status as one of the greatest rap lyricists of all time. Genres (Music): Hip hop music, Alternative hip hop, East Coast hip hop Dig Deeper The Best Songs Featuring Nas,...
Regarded as one of the founding fathers of grime, this East London rapper and producer has become a defining figure in the UK hip-hop scene. With his distinctive flow, brash lyrics, and groundbreaking approach to production, he has set a high bar for future generations of British rap artists...
Isaiah Rashad’s blend of southern rap elements with introspective lyrics marks him as one of the most exciting voices to come out of Memphis in recent years. 1. Three 6 Mafia It’s hard to talk about Memphis hip-hop without mentioning Three 6 Mafia. Formed by DJ Paul, Juicy J, and L...
Best Rappers of All Time: Billboard/Vibe count down hip-hop's greatest MCs in honor of hip-hop's 50th anniversary.
“You’z a Ganxsta,” On the latter track’s third verse, Quik implores rappers to consider the power of their music and lyrics, advising, “You see you can say the things that can help us all ball/ Or you can say things that make it bad for us all/ Fix the problem the only ...
Lonnie Rashid Lynn, better known as Common, has been a staple in the hip-hop scene for over three decades. His thoughtful, socially conscious lyrics have consistently resonated with fans and critics alike. Throughout his career, Common has tackled topics like love, spirituality, and social just...
His flirtatious, dirty lyrics, coupled with his hardcore dancehall style, has made him one of the most entertaining and sought-after selectors around. Upon its release in 2006, “Dutty Wine”’s accompanying head-rotating and hip-gyrating dance, became such a global phenomenon, it was banned ...
Rainy Days & Mondays Lyrics Talkin’ to myself and feelin’ old Sometimes I’d like to quit Nothin’ ever seems to fit Hangin’ around Nothin’ to do but frown Rainy days and Mondays always get me down What I’ve got they used to call the blues ...
Known for their intimate lyrics and foot-tapping melodies, jazz music makes perfect sense for this best wedding songs roundup. Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett and John Coltrane are just some of our favorite artists on this list. "The Nearness of You," by Norah Jones "My One and Only Love,"...
According to bassist Simon Raymonde, after he wrote down the lyrics and showed them to Elizabeth Fraser, they had a good laugh: “As we were going through it, I was listening to Liz’s reactions and thinking, this is never gonna get done. She was going, ‘He’s a very happy soul’...