The Most Famous American Rappers #1 Rap is the most dominant genre of music in the United States. From the upcoming rappers like Childish Gambino, J. Cole, Post Malone to all-time favourites such as Eminem and Jay Z, they are known all over the world. Here are our top 10 famous rappers: 1. Kendrick Lamar: He is an old school rapper in the new age and his live performances are a treat to witness. 2. Jay-Z: Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z is one of the most financially successful artists in the world of music. 3. Rakim: Rakim is a legendary MC who started his career with Eric B., however since 1997 he has performed solo. 4. LL Cool J: LL Cool J stands for "Ladies Love Cool James", and he is renowned for his romantic ballads. 5. 50 Cent: Curtis James Jackson III is known by his stage name 50 Cent rose to fame with the release of his albums Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2003) and The Massacre (2005). 6. Ice Cube: O'Shea Jackson, better known by his stage name 'Ice Cube' was influenced by socio-political commentary. 7. Nas: Nas has released 8 consecutive platinum and multi-platinum albums and has sold over 25 millions records worldwide. 8. The Notorious B.I.G: Christopher George Latore Wallace better known by his stage names The Notorious B.I.G is considered by many as one of the greatest rappers of all time. 9. 2Pac: Tupac Amaru Shakur is known by his stage name 2Pac. He has sold more than 75 millions records worldwide making him one of the best-selling artists in the music industry. 10. Eminem: With more than 240 awards during his career, 15 Grammy Awards, and 13 albums, Eminem is arguably one of the greatest rapper of all time.