Jay-Z Named Greatest Rapper of All Time by Forbes
Renowned American rapper and entrepreneur Sean “Jay-Z” Carter has claimed the top spot on Forbes’ recently released 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time list, a celebration of the most influential names in hip-hop.
The prestigious list places Jay-Z at number one, recognising his unparalleled contribution to the genre and lasting impact over the decades. Following him in the top five are Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, and the iconic Tupac Shakur.
The remainder of the top 10 includes major industry heavyweights: Drake, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Nas, and Eminem, whose lyrical prowess and cultural influence continue to shape the music scene.
Further down the rankings are respected names like Andre 3000 (11), The Notorious B.I.G. (12), Missy Elliott (13), Chuck D (14), and A$AP Rocky (15). Other notable mentions include Lil’ Kim (16), Tyler, the Creator (17), Snoop Dogg (18), Ghostface Killah (19), and Common (20).
Hip-hop greats such as 50 Cent (24), Ice Cube (25), Juice WRLD (27), Lauryn Hill (28), Dr. Dre (29), Queen Latifah (30), and Busta Rhymes (32) also secured spots on the list. Contemporary stars like Future (33), Childish Gambino (34), Bad Bunny (40), Pusha T (46), Cardi B (48), and Young Thug (49) round out the rankings.
The release of this list highlights not just individual talent but also the evolution of hip-hop over the years, acknowledging pioneers, innovators, and current icons who continue to inspire fans worldwide. With Jay-Z leading the charge, the rankings solidify his enduring legacy as the face of rap greatness.
