Best Rappers of 2013

Best up and coming rappers or rappers who are still making music.
The Top Ten
1 Eminem Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, is an American rapper, actor and music producer born on October 17, 1972 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Eminem has sold over 300 million records making him the bestselling hip-hop artist of all time. In addition to his solo career, he is a member of D12 and (with Royce da 5'9") half of the hip-hop duo Bad Meets Evil. Rolling Stone ranked him 83rd on its list of 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, calling him the King of Hip Hop. Including his work with D12 and Bad Meets Evil, Eminem has had ten number-one albums on the Billboard 200 and 5 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100, and 13 worldwide.

This entire list is whack, half of your comments are so full of grammatical errors it's no wonder you like some of these rappers, there might be 10-15 rappers I'd even listen to on this list. ASAP? Really, you know what is correct is that MGK is way above Mac Miller because he is by far the better rapper. I posted this on my boy eminem cause he's the only one that's close to where they should be on this list but maybe you should take him out of the top spot, he is not the best rapper in the game

The best period! Forget 2013 love all his old stuff (infinite) and still loving the new stuff (mmlp2) a fan I will always be just waiting for a tour in the UK finally old enough to go wow! Ha! Na lyrically the best no doubt and his beats are sick can't wait for 50 cent to pull out his new album though! ( other great rappers like biggie, tupac, Nas... but in my opinion Eminem is the best as well as his alter ego slim shady his songs always make me feel a certain way, forever a fan! )

Eminem is the best rapper I have ever heard. He is my inspiration. His music has helped me through so much during my life. His rapping influences me and makes me want to become a rapper myself. My favorite song of his is 25 to life. And Eminem is to me, the sexiest rapper alive.

He has everything. I loved his music for a long time my favorite song from him is like toy soldiers it is a song to be able to think. Especially, be not afraid it helps you think. Who wouldn't like Eminem he makes you think, laugh, cry, this man is good.

2 Kendrick Lamar Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987) is an American rapper and songwriter. Raised in Compton, California, Lamar embarked on his musical career as a teenager under the stage name K-Dot, releasing a mixtape that garnered local attention and led to his signing with indie record label Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE).

Best rapper lyrically also they call him a backpack rapper because of his lyrics. Listen to his Control verse, he saved the rap game because of it he called of Drake, Big Sean, Meek Mill, and others. In his cypher he takes a shot at Drake without saying his name he says "It was never the same when I dropped the Control verse, I tucked a sensitive rapper in his pajama clothes". He called Drake soft and sensitive.

I knew Eminem was the best rapper among the must intelligent rappers in the world for a very long time, but for now... Kendrick lamar is ma best rapper, which I do like many of the rappers also, rappers like; jazy, snoop dog, birdman, drake, tyga, lil-Wayne, asap, Nicky minaj, French Montana, ice prince zamani, ludacris, aka, asa from Nigeria, aka, and others. love all your songs, I luvs that poetic justice kendrick! Fuadcr7one from Nigeria!

Kendrick is really talented and he has something to say. he really thinks his lyrics through and uses an enormous vocabulary. his personality is also great, for example he doesn't smoke weed anymore, but doesn't hate on it, he even tried. Kendrick Lamar is a really interesting man, musically and personally. everyone who likes hip-hop will like Kendrick. I'm sure.

Eminem is a god, a totally different generation to even be on this list. Plus he hasn't done a good song or album in a while. Kendrick has made 3 albums and GKMC instantly becomes a classic.

3 Drake Aubrey Drake Graham, known professionally as Drake, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer and actor, born on October 24, 1986 in Toronto, Canada. He started his career on Canadian reality show "Degrassi: The Next Generation".

King of hip hop today, when I say this I mean he is the most complete rapper we have today, Kendrick may be more of a pure MC, but doesn't have the perfect balance drake has to make commercial radio hits and still be a lyricist of meaning and purpose, This guys has been able to make the most number 1 rap singles in history in just 4 years. From stage performance to club presence to radio dominance and still remaining lyrically, this guy is at the top. Kanye told us its Drake season, he want lying.

Artistically speaking, Drake is probably number 1 Hip Hop artist today in the music industry along with Kanye, but he is not the king of Hip Hop. I think the king of Hip-Hop should be the best RAPPER out, skill-wise, MCing, and I think we can all agree that the best today is Kendrick.

Drake is the best of his generation of rappers, with the most honest lyrics, and number 1 in hit singles, his true style of form is his early mixtape style. He is definitely the most talented out there as an all around artist with many appeals. After all the time in young money he's ready to move on with his own trademark OVO and Ambassador of Canadian Global Sports. Drake is the most successful song writer out now.

Drake shows talent in every song, not only in his voice, but also in his lyrics. He transmits so much energy, deepness and heart. He is special because no other rapper shows or rap their perspective and sense of life that Drakes shows. Drake you are my idol because you are the best example of being unique and following your oun heart no matter what others tell you. Thank you

Drake is a lyrical genius, hence he is always killing rappers career, all I can say is Nothing Was The Same September 17! It's going to be a classic and a memorable day in hip hop history

4 J. Cole Jermaine Lamarr Cole, better known by his stage name J. Cole, is an American hip hop recording artist and record producer.

J. Cole is definitely in the top 3 best rappers of today and it's not only because his songs aren't all about money and drugs, but it's also because his music has an old school rap vibe. The dude is a lyrical prophet and his latest album that came out this year 'Born Sinner' proves it. Lil Wayne don't deserve to be there!

Half of the rappers on this list weren't even big in 2013. Kendrick is still amazing, but 2012 was his year. Eminem is a god, but I'd consider him in his own class. Normally I'd put Ye in this class, but Yeezus and Born Sinner in the same week was epic. Cole outsold Kanye in the first week. As for Macklemore; he's just too mainstream nowadays.

Him, Kendrick, Chance, Childish and everyone else are changing the game. If you don't like it, go listen to older stuff. Yes, Em and all these old school guys are still dope, but the game is changing and new faces are emerging. If anyone can even compete with Kendrick right now, its cole

J. Cole should be right behind Eminem. he song lyrics have meaning and talk about struggles of the African American men and women in their communities. he does have some songs that are about money and girls but that's why he shouldbe number two cause Eminem doesn't play and his rap is about real life and tough situations. not being hooked on drugs like it is a good thing

5 Macklemore Ben Haggerty, (born, June 19, 1983) known by his stage name Macklemore and formerly Professor Macklemore, is an American singer and songwriter from Seattle, Washington.

Macklemore should be number 1. His song thrift shop hit number 1 on the billboard. He also sings sense in his songs unlike Eminem, Eminem sings crap. Eminem can only say bad words. Forget the word like I love macklemore songs. Macklemore his will and always be number 1... In your face slim shady

Macklemore should be way higher than #7. People only think of Macklemore for Thrift Shop and Same Love, but those aren't even the best on that album. Listen to Neon Cathedral and Wing$ and then try and even think that Lil Wayne could ever even compete.

Macklemore is a terrible rapper he's for white people that think they know rap but don't even know a single song by 2pac, eminem is a way better rapper. Macklemore only had a handful of hits, eminem had dozens

We can all relate to Macklemore's songs. Unlike other rappers his songs have meanings. He will always be number 1 in my mind and many people all over the nation.

6 Lil Wayne Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was discovered by Brian "Baby" "Birdman" Williams at a very young age, and was signed to Cash Money Records, where he would be one quarter of the rap group Hot Boys. In the years to follow, he would go on to find his own ...read more.

Lil Wayne is the greatest rapper by far, not only does he have countless famous songs but he also has meaning to his lyrics. He is as unique as you can get. Last, he influenced many other rappers including, Drake. Niki Minaj, and Big Sean. He is a legend. Weezy will go down in history!

Lil Wayne will always be the guy that change the by rapping the way he want and I like his punch lines, lyrics, swag oh definitely listen to those metaphors, I love his music I've been a fan and always will be a fan.

Lil Wayne is not just a rapper... He is inspiration... He know what to say.. Some people think he sucks but that's just cus his punch lines is too good for them to understand... I mean he said it "I think you stand under me if you don't understand me" enough said

Lil Wayne gets hated on a lot and I think that its bull because Lil Wayne is one of the greatest rappers. I see people hating on him on Facebook and its just ignorant !

7 Sagopa Kajmer

I like to Sagopa and songs like this!

Don't speak Turkish but this Brotha can flow. I like it Yo!

Because he is a master

The world Best rappers

8 Nas Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, better known by his stage name Nas, is an American rapper and entrepreneur born on September 14, 1973 in New York City. His album, Illmatic, is considered to be one of the best rap albums of all time. He is also considered to be one of the best rappers of all time.

Can't believe he is only 28. This guy should be number 2 after eminem. Who are those idiots that voted for lil wayne? Are any of you serious? Nas is rad
Nas has the best lyrics. Look at my list
1 eminem
2 nas
3 tinie tempah
4 lupe fiasco
5 tech n9ne

The greatest rapper to ever live in my opinion cause of his lyricism. Also has an impact on ppls lives. Best ever!

Can't deny he is the best rapper. The best lyrical rapper.

Can't mad here lil Wayne.. Lil Wayne is whack

9 Kanye West Ye (born Kanye Omari West; June 8, 1977) is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer and fashion designer. He is regarded as one of the most influential, as well as controversial, artists of the 21st century. ...read more.

Kanye's creativity is matched by none. He is more than just a rapper but an artist whether it be his music, video visuals or even his eye for fashion there is no competition, eminem is great and one of the best but way over rated.

He's very clever with what he do with his rap. I enjoy his style. Nice. I public he say crazy things. But that's him.

If you had 2 pick 1 rapper 2 listen 2 only it would be kanye. Late regestration everysong the colledge dropout every song graduation every song can't... Can't compare

The votes should be on him, come on guys really? , have you even heard YEEZUS, the punchlines are totally SICK!, He was born 2 be number one

10 Jay Z Shawn Corey Carter, known by his stage name JAY-Z, is an American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur and investor born on December 4, 1969 in Brooklyn, New York. He is best known for his albums Reasonable Doubt, The Blueprint, and The Black Album. He is considered to be one of the best rappers of all time.

Hov is the best! Listen to My First Song and vote again.

Jay z is ma hommie and he is the king of hip hop. Best of them all no one has flow like jay z

The Contenders
11 Wiz Khalifa Cameron Jibril Thomaz, better known by his stage name Wiz Khalifa, is an American rapper, songwriter, and actor. He was born on September 8, 1987.

Khalifa is a conqueror n' he will conqueror the first place, UGH!

Wiz kills just abiut every song he's in. No doubt he should at least be in the top 10.

Cameron Is a real good rapper he is the best.

He is so great rapper

12 Hopsin Marcus Jamal Hopson, better known by his stage name Hopsin, is an American rapper, record producer, director and actor from Los Angeles, California. Hopsin was born on July 18, 1985. His first album was called Emurge but he's best known for his album titled Raw.

One of my favorite rappers at the time, he can be funny and also get a message across. Rap needs more people like Hopsin, he's been through some stuff with Ruthless but now he's doing good with his own record label. Single handedly one of the best, Lil Wayne shouldn't even be on this list. Hopsin should be at the top of this list, Eminem is over-rated.

Great rapper, has been improving since he started, His first album Raw (2010) was great and knock madness will be on of the best releases of the year for sure, and his whole crew is great.

My Opinion Marcus Hopsin is the best I don't care what you all say. I think he is even better than 2-pac, yes that right I said it. Listen to Knock Madness.

Hopsin is the best rapper of all time! Although he isn't that famous yet so I was surprised to see him as 10!

13 T.I. Clifford Joseph Harris, Jr., better known by his stage names T.I. and Tip, is an American hip hop recording artist and actor born on September 25, 1980 in Atlanta, GA.

To the top comment. Most the world can relate to driving 250k cars and drive bys. He raps about stuff I do... Oh no that's Drake. Because most the world loves chick's and money...

Besides jay Z... He is the only one that still raps about songs that people can connect to... No one can really see him in the booth...

I still to this day can't belive how underrated he is. He should be in the top 3, he got the swag, flow, lyrical talent, what more can you ask.

Long live the king

His ability to keep his street style and still connect with non hip hop lovers.. This guy is just the best.. I rate him number 1

14 ASAP Rocky Rakim Mayers, better known by his stage name ASAP Rocky, is an American rapper, record producer, director and actor from Harlem, New York.

So much more talented and better then Macklemore. He should be in front of Macklemore

Every Single Track is awesome, because he had a Killer flow.

Because he is the best

Asap the best only people that could come close is asap ferg, tyler the creator, and hodgy beats

15 Ludacris Christopher Brian "Chris" Bridges, better known by his stage name Ludacris, is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and actor.
16 Tyler, the Creator Tyler Gregory Okonma (born March 6, 1991), better known by his stage name Tyler, The Creator, is an American rapper, record producer, and music video director. He is well known for his hostile relations with his now deceased father, whom he addresses in multiple songs and albums telling the audience how much he distastes his father. Tyler has composed seven albums, which are Bastard (2009), Goblin (2011), Wolf (2013), Cherry Bomb (2015), Flower Boy (2017), IGOR (2019), and Call Me If You Get Lost (2021).

I love tyler because he's just crazy and makes awesome music. Its different than a lot of other artists and has good flow

He's just different and y'all should learn to appreciate his stuff come on... Should be around 10

How's hopsin at a better placing then Tyler? did you even hear Wolf?

This dude must be in first place!

17 B.o.B Bobby Ray Simmons, Jr., better known by his stage name B.o.B, is an American recording artist and music producer from Decatur, Georgia.

I think B.O. B's Underground Luxury is one of the best albums of all time. Straight up.

Drake is better than B.O. B?! I almost shat my pants in laughter!

He is so cool! I love nothing' on you!

18 Yelawolf Michael Wayne Atha (born December 30, 1979), better known as Yelawolf, is an American rapper from Gadsden, Alabama. In his early years, Yelawolf released his first independent album "Creek Water', which was released in 2005. During 2005 to 2010, he released one extended play (EP) and four mixtapes. ...read more.
19 Earl Sweatshirt Thebe Neruda Kgositsile, better known by his stage name Earl Sweatshirt, is an American rapper, record producer, and disc jockey from Los Angeles, California.

He is the best rapper this year and he will continue to be as good a 2pac, nas, and biggie. People who can appreciate rap music will understand his lyrics are some of the best anyone as ever seen and his flow is spot on. You can not beat Earl Sweatshirt

How is Lil Wayne, Macklemore, Kanye West, and Wiz Khalifa better rappers than Earl. His flow and vocab put them all to shame

Earls Should actually be in the top 20 in 2014.

20 50 Cent Curtis James Jackson III, better known by his stage name 50 Cent, is an American rapper, actor, entrepreneur, investor, record, film, and television producer.

Why is 50 Cent only at place 50? He's better then a lot of those wannabe rappers.

50 back and he is better than ever! You comebare 2 chainz With 50 Or Gunplay!

21 Big Sean Sean Michael Leonard Anderson, known professionally as Big Sean, is an American hip hop recording artist from Detroit, Michigan.

Big sean is the best rapper because he can sing about anything and can change he's flow ever song

Big Sean is super bra

This is a bull list

22 Chance the Rapper Chancelor Jonathan Bennett, known professionally as Chance the Rapper, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer from the West Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.

At least top five. Acid Rap was by far the best mixtape of 2013. It should definitely put him in the top five

He should be in top 10. Acid Rap made him great.

Best rapper of 2013

23 Tech N9ne Aaron Dontez Yates, (born November 8, 1971), better known by his stage name Tech N9ne, is an American rapper. In 1999, Yates and business partner Travis O'Guin founded the record label Strange Music. He has sold over two million albums and has had his music featured in film, television, and video games. ...read more.

Honestly not a big fan. I see where he comes from, but his song Straight Out The Gate just ruined it for me (Yes, I heard it first from WWE 2K18). Vampires, Blind Faith, Reading The Bible while holding guns, really? I don't hate him by any means, I prefer him over any of the Lil's any day.

Tech and his entire label are the kings of rap music. They rap about so much more than money, cars, women and other material possessions. Tech tells a story and they way he words his lyrics is so unique compared to any other rapper out there right now.

The best rapper I have ever heard of. He has such a unique flow and his lyrics are meaningful. He is like a storyteller while rapping but also is known for rapping really fast with amazing flow. No one around like him. Best ever. Technician for life.

Okay, Tech N9ne raps about being the odd one out. He raps about not being perfect. He raps about pain and suffering and things you can relate to. At least that's the G side, there's also the king and the clown. His three faces of madness. He is indeed one of the best

24 Meek Mill Robert Rihmeek Williams, better known by his stage name, Meek Mill, is an American hip hop recording artist.

Meek mill is the best! Hands down

Best rapper out here!

Number 1 diss anyone

25 Joey Badass Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, better known by his stage name Joey Badass, is an American hip hop recording artist and actor.

Top 5 (Currently spitting) should be:
1). Joey Bada$$
2). Logic
3). Big KRIT
4). Hopsin
5). Is debatable, whether it's ASAP Rocky, Danny Brown, Lupe, Pusha T, etc.
These rappers like Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Rick Ross, Tyga, etc. Shouldn't even be in the top 200..gtfoh. Brainwashed idiots. Pro Era 47.

Man he is ill.. Him and Freddie Gibbs are the best upcoming rappers..

Better than 95% of these rappers...

Nicest rapper out of NY these days. Only kid in this genration who can hold his own against Kendrick

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