Kool G Rap

Numerous of the greatest rappers in history consider Kool G Rap to be one of their personal favorites. He pioneered multisyllabic rhyming while retaining the fluid New York flow that influenced numerous others on this list. Although G Rap never achieved widespread fame because of his mafioso-style rhymes, anybody familiar with rap knows he is a great rhymer.

His respiratory control, visual tales and images, and fluidity are only some of the factors that have earned him a spot on every "best" list. If you've never noticed him or listened to him, he'll seem quite familiar owing to the many musicians who have attempted to copy him. For example, Big Pun inherited his mafioso flair from Kool G Rap.

He is, in fact, your favorite rap star's favorite rap star. This pioneer began his career as a part of the Juice Crew. He just released a collaborative album with Necro, another New York-based runner-up. The "G" in his given name is for Giancana, a reference to Sam Giancana.

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Years active: 1986 - now

Hits: Fast Life, Wise Guys, Foul Cats

Website: http://www.koolgrap.com/