Top 60 Most Popular Black Female Rappers: Beautiful Black Women

Top 60 Most Popular Black Female Rappers: Beautiful Black Women. If you’re a Hip Hop lover, you’ve probably heard of the top 20 hottest black female rappers on this list. This article discusses the top 20 female rappers of color and insights into their music and lives. We hope that this post was informative and that it provided you with some valuable insight into the black female celebrities.

1. Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj	Information
Full Name	Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj)
Stage Name	Nicki Minaj
Date of Birth	December 8, 1982
Birthplace	Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Nationality	Trinidadian
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Musical Styles	Hip hop, Pop
Notable Achievements	Regarded as a pop and rap icon
Debut Album	“Pink Friday” (2010)
Notable Singles	“Super Bass,” “Starships,” “Anaconda,” “Chun-Li”
Record Sales	Over 100 million worldwide
Billboard Achievements	Top selling female rapper of the 2010s, Greatest female rapper of all time
Awards	Eight American Music Awards, Five MTV Video Music Awards, Twelve BET Awards, Four Billboard Music Awards, Brit Award, Three Guinness World Records
Film and Television Career	Voice roles in “Ice Age: Continental Drift” and “The Angry Birds Movie 2,” supporting roles in “The Other Woman” and “Barbershop: The Next Cut,” American Idol judge
Influence and Recognition	Included in Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world

Nicki Minaj is an American rapper and pop singer. She appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 18, 48, and 128 weeks, respectively, making her the female artist’stird-most top ten entries. She has also been credited as a strong example of both economic successes in hip-hop and female empowerment in music.

Minaj was born Onika Tanya Maraj to a Trinidadian mother and an Afro-Trinidadian father in Saint James, Jamaica.

2. Doja Cat 

Doja Cat	Information
Full Name	Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini
Stage Name	Doja Cat
Date of Birth	October 21, 1995
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Genres	Hip Hop, Pop, R&B
Years Active	2012–present
Labels	Kemosabe, RCA
Debut EP	“Purrr!” (2014)
Debut Album	“Amala” (2018)
Breakthrough Single	“Say So” (2020)
Notable Collaborations	“Kiss Me More” (feat. SZA)
Awards	Grammy Award, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards

Doja Cat is a radio DJ and rapper who has garnered widespread media attention due to her YouTube videos. She is best known for her song “So High” (which she collaborated on with Wiz Khalifa). She has also released collaborations with Tinashe, Ty Dolla $ign, and A$AP Ferg. Her debut album Amala came out in August 2018. 

This year, Doja Cat became the first artist to ever have two songs in the Billboard Top 20 simultaneously when “o To Town” reached number twenty-one on the chart concurrently with “enny” at number nineteen. In addition, she earned critical acclaim for “numerous boundary-pushing approaches to contemporary music.

3. Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion	Information
Full Name	Megan Jovon Ruth Pete
Stage Name	Megan Thee Stallion
Date of Birth	February 15, 1995
Age	28
Birthplace	San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
Hometown	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Education	Bachelor of Science in Health Administration from Texas Southern University
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Record Labels	300 Entertainment, 1501 Certified
Genres	Hip Hop, Trap
Years Active	2016–present
Partner	Pardison Fontaine
Notable Songs	– “Savage” (Remix featuring Beyoncé)
Awards	– 3 Grammy Awards
Accolades	– Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World (2020)
Notable Albums	– Fever (2019)

Megan Thee Stallion is a rapper and artist born on September 11, 1986. Born in Los Angeles, California, Megan became interested in being a performer after watching a Michael Jackson video as a young girl. She was also drawn to the artistry of rapping and singing when she watched her first rap show at age 12.

Her debut album “The Motto” was released on March 27, 2011. Her second single, “Have Mercy,” became popular after it aired during MTV’s My Super Sweet Sixteen on April 23, 2011. The hit song peaked #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and earned her two Grammy nominations for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration and Best Rap Song in 2012.

4. Missy Elliott

Missy Elliott	Information
Studio albums	Missy Elliott has released 6 studio albums throughout her career.
Compilation albums	She has also released 3 compilation albums.
Music videos	Missy Elliott has created a total of 22 music videos.
EPs	She has released 1 extended play (EP).
Singles	Missy Elliott has an impressive discography with a total of 74 singles. This includes both solo singles and collaborations, with 44 of them being as a featured performer.
Awards and recognition	She is a multi-Grammy Award winner and has been recognized for her exceptional songwriting talents. Additionally, she has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Collaborations	Missy Elliott has collaborated with top artists such as Beyoncé, Ciara, and Janet Jackson.
Notable achievements	She holds the distinction of being the first female rapper to have six platinum-certified albums. She has also been named as one of the 100 greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.
Impact on the industry	Missy Elliott’s unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music has made a significant impact on the industry. Her innovative and futuristic music videos have also left a lasting impression.
Influence on other artists	Missy Elliott has served as an inspiration for female rappers and artists. Her style and creativity have had a profound influence on a generation of musicians.

Missy Elliott is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Her career has spanned over two decades, with worldwide sales of over 80 million records.

The younger sister of entertainer Tamee Elliott’s father was a drummer who encouraged his daughter to imitate the mannerisms he performed on stage in her pre-teens. After her parents divorced when she was twelve years old, Missy started rapping at age 14 in the park near her home in Fort Worth, Texas. Eventually catching the attention of several record labels due to her remarkable vocal abilities, she released a debut album titled “Supa Dupa Fly,” which sold 1 million copies within its first week.

5. Cardi B

Cardi B	Information
Real Name	Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar Cephus
Stage Name	Cardi B
Date of Birth	October 11, 1992
Age	30
Place of Birth	New York City, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Afro-Latina (Dominican father, Trinidadian mother of African and Spanish descent)
Occupation	Rapper, songwriter, actress
Known For	Aggressive flow, outspoken lyrics, distinct style
Education	Borough of Manhattan Community College
Debut	“Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 1” mixtape (2016)
Major Studio Album	“Invasion of Privacy” (2018)
Billboard Achievements	– First female rapper to top the Hot 100 with a solo song

Cardi B is an American rapper and singer known for her single “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” and appearances on the reality television series Love & Hip Hop: New York.

Cardi B burst onto the music scene in 2017 with her hit single Bodak Yellow, which made her the first female rapper to have a solo hit song debut at number one on Billboard Hot 100 since Lauryn Hill in 1998 with Doo Wop (That Thing).

6. Saweetie

Saweetie	Information
Full Name	Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper
Stage Name	Saweetie
Pronunciation	/səˈwiːti/ (also pronounced as simply “sweetie”)
Date of Birth	July 2, 1993
Birthplace	Santa Clara, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Mixed (Filipino, Chinese, and African-American)
Occupation	Rapper, singer, songwriter, actress
Alma Mater	University of Southern California (BA in Communications)
Music Genre	Hip hop
Labels	Warner Records
Manager	Max Gousse (Artistry Worldwide)
Debut Single	“Icy Grl” (2017)
Notable Singles	“My Type”, “Tap In”, “Best Friend” (featuring Doja Cat)
Debut Album	Pretty Bitch Music (upcoming)
Grammy Nominations	Best New Artist
Collaborations	Jhené Aiko, City Girls, Post Malone, DaBaby, Jack Harlow, Ava Max, Lauv, Little Mix
Business Ventures	Icy Records (her own record label), PrettyLittleThing clothing collection, Co-branded makeup collection with Morphe
Television Appearances	VH1’s Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out, Grown-ish
Relationship Status	Previously dated Quavo of Migos
Family	Willie Harper (grandfather), Gabrielle Union (cousin)
Accolades	Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Music list, Variety’s Hitmakers Impact list
Notable Performances	Saturday Night Live (SNL), MAC Cosmetics’ “Challenge Accepted” campaign
Latest EP	The Single Life (2022)

Saweetie growing up in San Francisco, Saweetie made her way to Berkeley for college, where she initially pursued a degree in law before switching courses. She eventually dropped out to pursue her music career full-time and has released four mixtapes since then, including this year’s “ICY GRL.” There are plenty of things that distinguish Saweetie from other rappers, but I’ll go ahead and share what she’s working on now. The album ‘ICY GRL’ introduces who I am as a person.

7. Mulatto

Mulatto	Information
Stage Name	Latto (formerly known as Mulatto and Miss Mulatto)
Birth Name	Alyssa Michelle Stephens
Date of Birth	December 22, 1998 (age 24)
Place of Birth	Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Genres	Hip hop, Trap, Southern hip hop, Pop rap
Years Active	2016–present
Labels	RCA Records
Notable Achievements	– Winner of Jermaine Dupri’s reality TV series “The Rap Game”
Personal Background	– Mother: Misti Pitts
Additional Ventures	– Founder of the Win Some Give Some Foundation, empowering at-risk young women
Legal Issues	– Arrested in May 2019 for theft (mistaken identity)

Alyssa Michelle Stephens (born December 22, 1998) is an Atlanta, Georgia-based rapper known professionally as Latto or Big Latto (previously known as Mulatto). She made her television debut in 2016 on the reality show The Rap Game, where she was known as Miss Mulatto and won the first season.

Latto’s popular breakthrough came in 2019 with the release of her single “Bitch from da Souf,” and she quickly signed with RCA Records. The song debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 2020, reaching number 95. In 2020, Latto released the follow-up single “Muwop,” featuring Gucci Mane, after releasing a remix of the song with rappers Saweetie and Trina. Both tracks are featured on Latto’s debut album Queen of Da Souf, which will be published in August 2020.

8. Flo Milli

Tamia Monique Carter, better known by her stage name Flo Milli, is an American rapper born on January 9, 2000. She began recording and distributing music in 2015, after being born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. She earned a recording deal with RCA Records after her tracks “Beef FloMix” and “In The Party” became popular on the social media site TikTok. On July 24, 2020, Flo Milli released her debut mixtape, Ho, Why Are You Here?, to widespread acclaim. At the 2020 BET Hip Hop Awards, she was nominated for Best New Artist.

Date of Birth	January 9, 2000
Place of Birth	Mobile, Alabama, U.S.
Genres	rapper, songwriter

9. Kash Doll

Kash Doll	Information
Stage Name	Kash Doll
Profession	Rapper, Actress
Birthplace	Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Singles	“For Everybody,” “Ice Me Out”
Debut Album	Stacked
Record Labels	Republic Records
Collaborations	Meek Mill, Big Sean, Iggy Azalea, K. Michelle
Early Life	Oldest of six siblings; supported family by working at a young age
Passion for Rap	Started freestyling and writing lyrics as a young girl
Strip Club Career	Worked as a dancer and earned money from patrons through her rap skills
Breakthrough Moment	Invited by Drake to open his show on the Summer Sixteen tour
Remix and Viral Success	Remixed Tinashe’s “2 On” and released viral single “Run Me My Money”
Record Deal	Signed with Republic Records
Notable Releases	“The Vault” EP, “Brat Mail” mixtape
Advocacy for Women in Industry	Released “Hustla” to raise awareness and advocate for strip club workers
Notable Features	Collaborated with Lil Wayne on “Kitten” and Iggy Azalea on “Fuck It Up”
TV Appearances	Empire, BMF
Personal Life	Announced pregnancy and gave birth to her son

Kash Doll is an American rapper from Detroit, Michigan, whose real name is Arkeisha Antoinette Knight. She is most known for her singles “For Everybody” (2017) and “Ice Me Out” (2018), the latter of which became the lead single off her first album Stacked. She is signed to Republic Records (2019). Meek Mill, Big Sean, Iggy Azalea, and K. Doll are Kash Doll’s collaborators. Michelle Kash Doll is a Detroit native who grew up in the city. She was the oldest of six siblings and began working at an early age to help her single mother maintain their family. She wanted to rap when she was a little child and began freestyling and composing songs.

10. Rico Nasty

Rico Nasty is an American rapper and singer from Maryland. She was born Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly on May 7, 1997. With songs like “Smack a Bitch” and “Poppin,” she became a star in 2018.

Rico Nasty began self-publishing content in high school in 2014, and by the end of 2017, he had released five solo mixtapes. She has developed a small underground audience with SoundCloud hits like “iCarly” and “Hey Arnold,” she has developed a small underground audience. After gaining more attention in 2018, she signed with Atlantic Records and released Nasty, her fifth mixtape (2018). This was followed by Angry Management (2019), a collaborative mixtape featuring longtime collaborator Kenny Beats. Nightmare Vacation, Rico Nasty’s debut studio album, will be released in December 2020. Rx, Rico’s sixth mixtape, is expected to be released soon.

Date of Birth	May 7, 1997
Place of Birth	Washington, D.C., U.S.
Genres	rapper, singer, and songwriter

11. Bia

Bia	Information
Stage Name	BIA
Real Name	Bianca Miquela Landrau
Date of Birth	August 16, 1990
Birthplace	Medford, Massachusetts, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Puerto Rican and Italian descent
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation	Rapper
Years Active	2012–present
Record Labels	Epic Records, I Am Other, RCA Records
Debut EP	“Nice Girls Finish Last: Cuidado” (2018)
Notable Collaborations	J Balvin, Russ, Nicki Minaj, Ariana Grande, Pharrell Williams
Notable Singles	“Safari” (2016), “Best on Earth” (2019), “Whole Lotta Money” (2021)
Influences	Jay-Z, Ivy Queen, Selena, Bankroll Fresh, 21 Savage, Nicki Minaj, Foxy Brown, M.I.A., Blac Youngsta, Aaliyah, Rihanna

Bianca Miquela Landrau (born August 16, 1991) is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and model who made her television debut on the Oxygen reality show Sisterhood of Hip Hop. In 2014, she joined Pharrell’s I Am, another record label collaborating with RCA Records. In 2018, she released her debut EP, Nice Girls Finish Last: Cuidado. She is most known for her appearances on J Balvin’s 2016 “Safari” and Russ’s 2019 track “Best on Earth.” Bia got a new record deal with Epic Records in early 2020, and her second EP, For Certain, will be released on December 11, 2020. The EP gave birth to the hit “Whole Lotta Money,” subsequently remixed with Nicki Minaj and charted in the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.

12. City Girl 

City Girl	Information
Members	Yung Miami, JT
Origin	Miami, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, Southern hip hop, trap
Years Active	2017–present
Labels	Quality Control, Motown, Capitol
Debut Mixtape	“Period” (2018)
Studio Albums	– “Girl Code” (2018) – “City on Lock” (2020)
Notable Singles	– “Twerk” ft. Cardi B (2018) – “Act Up” (2018)
Collaborations	– Drake – Cardi B – Lil Baby – Jacquees – Doja Cat – Lil Durk – Yo Gotti
Accolades	– BET Hip Hop Awards: Best Hip Hop Duo or Group

Yung Miami (called “Young Miami,” born Caresha Romeka Brownlee in February 1994) and JT are the American hip hop group City Girls (born Jatavia Shakara Johnson in December 1992). The pair hails from Miami, Florida, and rose to prominence following an uncredited cameo performance on Drake’s chart-topping hit “In My Feelings” in 2018. The pair signed to Quality Control Music and released their first mixtape, Period (2018), as well as two studio albums, Girl Code (2018) and City on Lock (2018), which yielded the Platinum-certified songs “Twerk” (featuring Cardi B) and “Act Up” (2020).

13. Ms. Banks

Ms Banks	Information
Stage Name	Ms Banks
Real Name	Thyra Kigho Deshaun Oji
Nationality	Nigerian-British
Profession	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Mixtapes	Once Upon a Grind, The Coldest Winter Ever, The Coldest Winter Ever Part II
EPs	New Chapter EP
Influences	Nicki Minaj, Ms Dynamite, Estelle, Lauryn Hill, Lil’ Kim, Foxy Brown, Monie Love
Early Start	Began writing music at age 11
Hometown	South London, Elephant and Castle
Notable Traits	Technical skill combined with soul-searching lyricism
Record Labels	Warner Records, SRE, GRM Daily
Years Active	2014-present
Associated Acts	Stefflon Don, Little Mix, Stormzy
Awards and Nominations	MOBO Awards nominee, BET Awards nominee, BBC Sound of 2020 nominee

Ms. Banks is the stage name of Thyra Oji, a British rapper, singer, and songwriter from Camberwell in Southeast London. As Ms. Banks, Oji has released three mixtapes. Her debut mixtape, Once Upon a Grind, was published in 2014. In 2016, she published her debut EP, named New Chapter EP. In 2018, The Coldest Winter Ever was released, and in 2019, The Coldest Winter Ever Part II was released.

14. Chika

Chika	Information
Full Name	Jane Chika Oranika
Stage Name	Chika
Date of Birth	March 9, 1997
Nationality	Nigerian-American
Birthplace	Montgomery, Alabama, U.S.
Education	Booker T. Washington Magnet High School, University of South Alabama (dropped out)
Music Genre	Hip hop, R&B
Record Label	Warner Records
Years Active	2017–2021 (hiatus)
Achievements	Included in XXL’s 2020 Freshman Class, Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist
Notable Singles	“No Squares”, “Richey v. Alabama”, “High Rises”, “Can’t Explain It” (featuring Charlie Wilson)
EPs	Industry Games (released in March 2020), Once Upon A Time (released in 2021)
Film Appearance	Project Power (2020)
Notable Engagements	Calvin Klein #MyCalvins advertisement, Business of Fashion panel participation, Teen Vogue cover
Sexual Orientation	Bisexual
Advocacy	Body positivity, self-love, LGBTQ+ issues
Social Activism	Participated in peaceful protests following the murder of George Floyd
Retirement Announcement	Announced retirement from music due to mental health concerns and online abuse
Religious Background	Raised in the Pentecostal faith

Jane Chika Oranika (born March 9, 1997) is an American rapper who goes by the mononym Chika (commonly stylized CHIKA). Before joining Warner Records in 2019, she initially gained fame on social media. She was named XXL’s Freshman Class of 2020 and received a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.

Chika was born in the city of Montgomery in the state of Alabama. She went to Booker T. Washington Magnet High School because she was interested in music and slam poetry. She was admitted to the famous Berklee College of Music but owing to tuition costs, and she enrolled at the University of South Alabama instead. She left out after her first year to pursue a career in music.

15. Tierra Whack

Tierra Whack	Information
Stage Name	Tierra Whack
Birth Name	Tierra Helena Whack
Date of Birth	August 11, 1995 (age 27)
Birthplace	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, R&B, experimental hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years Active	2011–present
Labels	Interscope
Notable Collaborations	Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Tyler, the Creator, Meek Mill, Childish Gambino, Flying Lotus, Melanie Martinez, Lil Yachty
Grammy Award Nomination	“Mumbo Jumbo” – Best Music Video
Debut Album	Whack World (2018)
Education	The Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush, finished high school in Atlanta, Georgia
Inspired By	Outkast, Erykah Badu, Busta Rhymes, Kelis, Lauryn Hill, Andre 3000, Eminem
Residence	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Tierra Helena Whack (born August 11, 1995) is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from the United States. She began performing as “Dizzle Dizz” as a youngster, but in 2017 she reverted to her given name. Whack World, her debut studio album, was released in May 2018 to significant critical acclaim.

Whack was born in 1995 and reared in North Philadelphia by her mother. She has two younger brothers and sisters. Whack revealed that she and her father are estranged in a 2018 interview with The Fader. Whack was a shy child who used writing to cope with her inadequacies. Whack adored Dr. Seuss as a youngster, to the point where she would rhyme each of her lines for her homework projects.

16. Baby Tate

Baby Tate	Information
Name	Tate Sequoya Farris
Stage Name	Baby Tate (formerly known as Yung Baby Tate)
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Birthdate	May 13, 1996
Birthplace	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Parents	Dionne Farris (singer), David Ryan Harris
Musical Influences	Nicki Minaj, Migos, Future, Gucci Mane, CeCe Peniston, Dionne Farris
Debut Project	ROYGBIV (2015)
Notable Singles	“I Am” (featuring Flo Milli), “Pedi”
Record Labels	Warner Records, Raedio
Notable Achievements	Featured in Euphoria (2019), Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (Season 10)
Albums/EPs	Girls (2019), After the Rain (2020)

Tate Sequoya Farris (born May 13, 1996) is an American rapper, singer, and record producer known as Baby Tate (previously Yung Baby Tate). She obtained a record deal with Warner Records in 2021, and on October 29, 2021, she released her big label debut song, “Pedi.”

She released a short video connected with her next album in early 2019. Then, in February 2019, she released her first full-length album, Girls, to favorable reviews. The album was rated one of the most exemplary hip-hop projects of 2019 by XXL.

17. Erica Banks

Erica Banks	Information
Full Name	Erica Banks
Date of Birth	October 5, 1998 (age 24)
Birthplace	DeSoto, Texas, United States
Nationality	American
Genre	Hip hop
Occupation	Rapper
Record Labels	1501 Certified, Warner Records
Years Active	2018–present
Notable Mixtapes	Art of the Hustle, Pressure, Cocky on Purpose
Breakout Single	“Buss It”
Billboard Hot 100	Yes
Influences	Missy Elliott, Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj, Asian Doll
TV Appearance	Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (Season 11)

Erica Banks is a rapper from DeSoto, Texas, United States. She joined 1501 Certified Entertainment after her first three mixtapes, and her self-titled mixtape was published in June 2020. It gave birth to her debut charting track, “Buss It,” which became a TikTok sensation. She signed with Warner Records in January 2021, and “Buss It” was reissued.

18. Bree Runway

Bree Runway	Information
Full Name	Brenda Wireko Mensah
Stage Name	Bree Runway
Nationality	British
Descent	Ghanaian
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer, songwriter
Years Active	2015–present
Labels	EMI Records
Notable Awards	BET Awards: Best New International Act
Early Life	Raised in Hackney, London, overcame challenges in a neighborhood known as “Murder mile”
Education	Self-taught in music production and beat making
Debut	Released self-produced EPs “RNWY 01” and “Bouji”
Major-label Debut	Signed to Virgin EMI Records in 2018, released major-label debut single “2ON”
Notable Projects	Collaboration with Rina Sawayama on “XS” remix, “Gucci” with Maliibu Miitch, performance at the 2021 MOBO Awards
Influences	Lil’ Kim, Britney Spears, Madonna, Missy Elliott, Pharrell, Kelis, The Neptunes

Brenda Wireko Mensah (born November 18, 1992), better known by her stage name Bree Runway, is a Ghanaian-born English singer, rapper, and songwriter. She signed with EMI Records in 2018 and released her first commercial EP, Be Runway, in August 2019. In November 2020, she released her debut mixtape, 2000and4Eva. She was named Best New International Act at the BET Awards in 2021.

19. Maliibu Miitch

Maliibu Miitch	Information
Name	Jennifer Jade Roberts (Maliibu Miitch)
Date of Birth	March 4, 1991
Age	32
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	African American, Vietnamese, Filipino
Birthplace	Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
Hometown	New York City, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Rapper, Songwriter, Entertainer
Years Active	2009–present
Record Labels	Island Records, Atlantic Records
Musical Style	Hip Hop, Gangsta Rap
Influences	Lil’ Kim, Lauryn Hill, Rihanna, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Foxy Brown, Jadakiss
Notable Works	Debut EP: “Hood Foreign” Singles: “Figure8”, “Starin At It”, “Give Her Some Money”
Latest Projects	Currently working on debut album with Entertainment One Music

Jennifer Jade Roberts (born March 4, 1991), better known by her stage name Maliibu Miitch, is an African-American, Vietnamese, Filipino-American rapper, musician, and artist. Roberts, born in Charlotte, North Carolina, and reared in the South Bronx since he was three years old, began rapping in 2009 and began releasing tracks and freestyles throughout the next several years.

HoodForeign, her debut EP, was published in 2013. She joined Island Records in 2014 and released two songs the following year: “Figure8,” which included Mustard on the beat, and “Starin at It,” which featured Dem Jointz on the beat. Maliibu Miitch Top 5 was her mixtape published in 2017. In 2018, Roberts signed with Atlantic Records and released her debut single, “Give Her Some Money,” produced by Hitmaka.

20. Rapsody

Rapsody	Information
Stage Name	Rapsody
Birth Name	Marlanna Evans
Date of Birth	January 21, 1983
Birthplace	Snow Hill, North Carolina, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation	Rapper, Songwriter
Years Active	2007–present
Labels	It’s a Wonderful World Music Group, Roc Nation
Notable Collaborations	Erykah Badu, Talib Kweli, Kendrick Lamar, Stevie Wonder
Debut Album	The Idea of Beautiful (2012)
Notable Albums	Laila’s Wisdom (2017), Eve (2019)
Grammy Nominations	Best Rap Album (Laila’s Wisdom), Best Rap Song (Laila’s Wisdom)
Influences	Jay-Z, Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, MC Lyte
Philosophy	“Culture Over Everything”
Notable Achievements	Featured on Kendrick Lamar’s album “To Pimp a Butterfly”

Rapsody is an American rapper and songwriter. She has released collaborative albums with Kendrick Lamar, 9th Wonder, and Black Thought of The Roots. Rapsody also has several singles out for those who want to listen to her work independently. Her most popular songs so far are “Stronger Than Ever,” “You Should Know,” and “Black & Ugly.

21. Doja Cat

Doja Cat	Information
Full Name	Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini
Stage Name	Doja Cat
Date of Birth	October 21, 1995
Place of Birth	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupations	Rapper, singer, songwriter
Genres	Hip hop, pop, R&B
Years Active	2012–present
Labels	Kemosabe, RCA
Debut EP	Purrr! (2014)
Breakthrough Album	Hot Pink (2019)
Latest Album	Planet Her (2021)
Notable Singles	“Say So,” “Kiss Me More,” “Streets,” “Need to Know”
Awards	Grammy Award, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards
Influential Recognition	Named one of Time’s 100 most influential people in the world
Filmography	Birds of Prey (2020), Summertime (2021)
Parents	Mother: Deborah Sawyer (American graphic designer), Father: Dumisani Dlamini (South African performer)
Early Life	Born in Los Angeles, raised in Tarzana and Rye, New York
Education	Dropped out of high school at age 16
Musical Influences	Busdriver, Ill Camille, VerBS
Internet Presence	Instagram: @dojacat, Twitter: @DojaCat, YouTube: Doja Cat Vevo
Artistic Style	Skilled technical rapper with a strong melodic sense and a bold visual presence
Unique Traits	Absurdist online personality, stage presence, and vibrant performances

Doja Cat is the stage name of Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, an American rapper, and singer born on October 21, 1995. She was raised and born in Los Angeles, California, where she started recording and sharing music as a teenager. At 17, she earned a joint record deal with Kemosabe and RCA Records after they listened to her song “So High.” She then released her debut EP, Purrr!, in 2014.

22. Ice Spice

Ice Spice	Information
Stage Name	Ice Spice
Real Name	Isis Naija Gaston
Profession	Rapper, Songwriter
Date of Birth	January 1, 2000
Birthplace	Bronx, New York City, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, Drill
Years Active	2021 – Present
Labels	10K Projects, Capitol Records
Notable Song	“Munch (Feelin’ U)”
Debut EP	“Like..?” (2023)
Billboard Hot 100	Achieved first entry with “Gangsta Boo”
Hot 100 Top-Five Singles	Most top-five singles in 2023
Unique Rapping Style	Praised by music journalists as unique
Media Acclaim	Dubbed “rap’s new princess” and “breakout star”
Cultural Influence	Impact and influence in the rap industry
Educational Background	Studied biology at State University of New York at Purchase
Sports Involvement	Defensive specialist on the volleyball team
Influences	Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Foxy Brown, Remy Ma, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill
Musical Style	Primarily Bronx drill
LGBTQ+ Identity	Identifies as queer

Isis Gaston, sometimes known as Ice Spice, is an American rapper. She was born on January 1, 2000. Isis Gaston was raised on Fordham Road in the Bronx, where she was born. She started rapping in 2021, and her 2022 hit “Munch (Feelin’ U)” helped her gain notoriety.

23. Iggy Azalea

Iggy Azalea	Information
Full Name	Amethyst Amelia Kelly
Stage Name	Iggy Azalea
Date of Birth	7 June 1990 (age 33)
Birthplace	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Nationality	Australian
Occupations	Rapper, songwriter, model
Years Active	2011–present
Genres	Hip hop
Labels	Bad Dreams, Empire, Island, Virgin EMI, Def Jam, Grand Hustle, Mercury
Children	1
Awards	Two American Music Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, one MTV Video Music Award, one People’s Choice Award, four Teen Choice Awards, four Grammy Award nominations
Notable Works	“Fancy” (featuring Charli XCX), “Black Widow” (featuring Rita Ora), “Problem” (with Ariana Grande)
Musical Career	Debut studio album: “The New Classic” (2014)

Iggy Azalea is the stage name of Amethyst Amelia Kelly, an Australian rapper, singer, and model born on June 7, 1990. Azalea relocated to the United States from Australia when she was 16 years old to pursue a career in music. After posting the music videos for her songs “Pussy” and “Two Times” on YouTube, both quickly garnered popularity. Azalea received public awareness.

24. Latto

Latto	Information
Stage Name	Latto (formerly known as Mulatto)
Birth Name	Alyssa Michelle Stephens
Profession	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Birthdate	December 22, 1998
Age	24
Birthplace	Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
Nationality	American
Genre	Hip hop, Trap, Southern hip hop, Pop rap
Labels	RCA, Streamcut, Pittstop
Years Active	2016–present
Notable Achievements	– Winner of “The Rap Game” Season 1
Foundation	Founder of the Win Some Give Some Foundation, empowering at-risk young women
Store	Owner of Pittstop Clothing, a store located in Jonesboro, Georgia
Arrest	Mistakenly arrested for theft in May 2019, released a track expressing innocence and frustration (“Fuck Rice Street”)

American rapper Latto (also known as Big Latto; formerly known as Mulatto) was born Alyssa Michelle Stephens on December 22, 1998. She made her debut appearance on the reality competition show The Rap Game hosted by American rapper Jermaine Dupri in 2016 as Miss Mulatto. Despite winning the show’s first season, she declined the record deal offered as a prize.

25. Young M.A

Young M A	Information
Full Name	Katorah Kasanova Marrero
Stage Name	Young M.A
Birthdate	April 3, 1992
Age	31
Birthplace	Brooklyn, New York
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Jamaican (mother), Puerto Rican (father)
Occupation	Rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur
Genres	Hip hop
Debut Single	“Ooouuu” (2016)
Notable Hit	“Ooouuu” – quadruple-platinum single, peaked at number 19 on Billboard Hot 100, over 400M YouTube views
Awards	BET Hip Hop Awards: Best New Hip Hop Artist (2017)
Notable Collaborations	“Thotiana (Remix)” with Blueface, featuring Young M.A
Notable Projects	Debut EP: “Herstory” (2017)

Rapper Katorah Kasanova Marrero, better known by her stage as Young M.A, was born in the United States on April 3, 1992. With the release of the quadruple-platinum smash single “Ooouuu,” which broke the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and boasted over 300 million YouTube views for the music video, she initially became well-known.

27. Coi Leray

Coi Leray	Information
Full Name	Coi Leray Collins
Date of Birth	May 11, 1997
Age	26
Nationality	American
Occupation	Rapper, Singer
Years Active	2011-present
Labels	1801 Records, Republic Records
Genres	Hip hop, Pop
Residence	Los Angeles, California
Influences	Missy Elliott, Lady Gaga, Avril Lavigne, Doja Cat, Bon Jovi, Chief Keef, Chris Brown, Slick Woods, Jazzelle Zanaughtti
Notable Songs	“No More Parties,” “Blick Blick,” “Players”
Achievements	Platinum-certified singles, Top 40 hits on Billboard Hot 100
Collaborations	Nicki Minaj, Lil Durk, Yung Bleu, Fivio Foreign, Young M.A, G Herbo, H.E.R., Nav, Polo G, Lil Tecca, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, and more
Education	Honorary diploma from Montclair High School

Rapper and singer Coi Leray Collins was born in the United States on May 11, 1997. In 2018, she started sharing songs on SoundCloud and published her debut mixtape Everythingcoz and the track “Huddy.” Leray’s second mixtape, EC2, and her debut extended play, Now or Never, were both published in 2019 following the signing of a record deal with 1801 Records and Republic Records (2020).

28. Lakeyah

Lakeyah	Information
Name	Lakeyah Danaee Robinson
Date of Birth	February 28, 2001
Birthplace	Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Residence	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Genre	Hip hop, Trap
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Years Active	2020–present
Labels	Quality Control Music
Former Group	BTM (Beyond the Music)
Notable Songs	“Big FlexHER”, “Female Goat”, “Lookin'”
Collaborations	Gucci Mane, City Girls, Yung Bleu
Notable Achievements	XXL Freshman Class 2021
Brand Ambassador	Savage X Fenty
Debut Album	Time’s Up
Latest Project	In Due Time

Lakeyah Danaee Robinson, better known by her stage name Lakeyah, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and model. She was born on February 28, 2001. She was reared in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and started rapping when she was 15. She relocated to Atlanta when she was 18 and joined Quality Control Music. She was the first person from Milwaukee to be named to the XXL magazine freshmen class in 2021.

29. Lady Leshurr

Lady Leshurr	Information
Birth name	Melesha Katrina O’Garro BEM
Stage name	Lady Leshurr
Date of Birth	December 15, 1987
Age	35
Nationality	British
Genres	Hip hop, grime, dancehall
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer, songwriter, producer
Notable Works	Queen’s Speech freestyles, hit singles
Awards and Recognitions	MOBO Award, Birmingham Music Awards, BEM recipient
Influences	Ashley Walters, Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Ms. Dynamite, Missy Elliott, Lil Wayne
Notable Appearances	– Channel 4’s The Celebrity Circle winner
Advocacy	Breast cancer awareness advocate
Sexual Orientation	Pansexual

Melisha Katrina O’Garro BEM, better known by her stage name Lady Leshurr, was born in Britain on December 15, 1987. She is a rapper, singer, composer, and producer. She is renowned for her Queen’s Speech freestyle series, the fourth of which rose to fame in 2016. Spin praised Queen’s Speech 5, her subsequent freestyle, as “amazing” and “2015’s crowning freestyle.”

30. Ms. Banks

Ms Banks	Information
Stage Name	Ms. Banks
Real Name	Thyra Kigho Deshaun Oji
Nationality	Nigerian-British
Profession	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Mixtapes Released	Once Upon a Grind, The Coldest Winter Ever, The Coldest Winter Ever Part II
EP Released	New Chapter EP
Influences	Nicki Minaj, Ms Dynamite, Estelle, Lauryn Hill, Lil’ Kim, Foxy Brown, Monie Love
Early Beginnings	Started writing music at age 11
Hometown	South London, Elephant and Castle

Rapper, singer, and composer Thyra Kigho Deshaun Oji, best known by her stage name Ms. Banks, hails from Camberwell in London. Like Ms. Banks, Oji has released three mixtapes. She released her debut mixtape, Once Upon a Grind, in 2014. In 2016, she then issued her debut EP, New Chapter EP. The Coldest Winter Ever and The Coldest Winter Ever Part II were released in 2018.

31. Doechii

Doechii	Information
Birth Name	Jaylah Ji’mya Hickmon
Stage Name	Doechii
Date of Birth	August 14, 1998
Place of Birth	Tampa, Florida, U.S.
Genres	R&B, Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Years Active	2016–present
Labels	Top Dawg Entertainment, Capitol Records
Notable EPs	– Oh the Places You’ll Go (2020)
Notable Songs	– “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake”
Chart Success	– Billboard Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay: “Persuasive”
Awards and Nominations	– MTV Video Music Award nomination
Education	Howard W. Blake High School
Hobbies	Ballet, Tap dancing, Acting, Cheerleading, Gymnastics
Musical Influences	– Nicki Minaj
Sexual Orientation	Bisexual

Rapper Jaylah Ji’mya Hickmon, also known as Doechii, was born in the United States on August 14, 1998. She gained notoriety after releasing her debut EP, Oh the Places You’ll Go (2020), thanks to the “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake” song’s success on TikTok in 2021. She joined Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records in 2022, releasing her sophomore EP, She/Her/Black Bitch, and receiving MTV Video Music Award nominations.

32. Kayykilo 

Kayykilo	Information
Rapper Name	Kayykilo
Real Name	Kayla Kilometer
Hometown	Atlanta, GA
Debut Year	2019
Record Label	Independent
Instagram Handle	@officialkayykilo
Twitter Handle	@kayykilo
Music Genre	Hip Hop, Trap
Influences	Missy Elliott, Megan Thee Stallion
Notable Tracks	“Kilo Talk,” “Queen of the South”

Kayykilo was born in 1996. She is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter Kayykilo, from Louisiana. Following the publication of her first recorded “Freestyle” on Instagram. She released her debut EP, “You ain’t heard Yet,” and her song “Bend It” is becoming more popular and successful.

33. Blaatina 

Blaatina was raised in Clayton County after being born on May 31, 2000, in Atlanta, Georgia. She goes by the name Jhoana. She is a famous American rapper well known for her song “I Can,” which music debuted on World Star Hip Hop. Together with NLE CHOPPA, she published “Watch Out” in 2019. Over 180,000 people have followed her on her bloating Instagram account. In 2019, she performed at Rolling Loud New York.

Date of Birth	May 31, 2000
Place of Birth	Atlanta, Georgia
Genres	Rapper

34. Rubi Rose

Rubi Rose	Information
Birth Name	Rubi Rose Benton
Born	October 2, 1997 (age 25)
Genres	Hip hop, trap
Occupation	Rapper, songwriter, model
Instruments	Vocals
Years Active	2016–present
Labels	Hitco.
Collaborations	Migos, Wiz Khalifa, Playboi Carti
Notable Hits	“Big Mouth,” “He In His Feelings”
Additional Facts	Rubi Rose Benton was raised in Lexington, Kentucky

Rubi Rapper, composer, and model Rose Benton was born in the United States on October 2, 1997. Rose first became well-known for serving as the lead model in the music video song “Bad and Boujee” by the hip-hop group Migos. Around this time, she began frequently appearing on a Twitch stream with DJ Akademiks, an East Coast Hip Hop Commentator born in Jamaica.

35. Little Simz

Little Simz	Information
Full Name	Simbiatu Abisola Abiola Ajikawo
Stage Name	Little Simz
Date of Birth	23 February 1994
Nationality	British-Nigerian
Occupation	Rapper, singer, actress
Genres	British hip hop, rap, experimental
Albums	A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons (2015)
Awards and Recognition	Mercury Prize nominee (2019)
Notable Collaborations	Gorillaz, Kehlani, Michael Kiwanuka, Chronixx, and more
Acting Career	Role of Vicky in the BBC series “Spirit Warriors” (2010)
Education	Highbury Fields School, London
Inspirations	Lauryn Hill, Busta Rhymes, Nas, Biggie Smalls, Nina Simone, John Coltrane, Billie Holiday, and more
Residence	London
Friendship	Childhood friend of Fady Elsayed and Letitia Wright
Religion	Believes in God but doesn’t follow any specific religion

Simbiatu “Simbi” Abisola Abiola Ajikawo, best known by her stage name Little Simz, is a British rapper, singer, and actor. She was born on February 23, 1994. Her first three albums, A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons (2015), Stillness in Wonderland (2016), and Grey Area (2019), all of which were independently released, helped her gain notoriety. Grey Area was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and won the prizes for Best Album at the Ivor Novello Awards and the NME Awards.

36. Kodie Shane

Kodie Shane	Information
Stage Name	Kodie Shane
Birth Name	Kodie Shantil Marr (born Kodie Williams)
Date of Birth	October 28, 1998
Place of Birth	Atlanta, Georgia
Raised In	Chicago
Genres	Hip hop, alternative R&B, trap, pop-rap
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer
Years Active	2016–present
Associated Acts	Lil Yachty, Trippie Redd
Notable Songs	“Sad” (featuring Lil Yachty), “Love & Drugz II” (featuring Trippie Redd)
Labels	Epic, Young Heart Throb
Debut Studio Album	Young HeartThrob (November 2018)
Sexual Orientation	Queer (prefers women)

Kodie Shane, sometimes known as Kodie Shantil Marr, is an American rapper and musician born on October 28, 1998. She rose to fame in 2016 with her song “Sad,” which she co-wrote with rapper Lil Yachty, and as a part of “Sailing Team,” a group of rappers led by Lil Yachty.

37. Baby Tate

Baby Tate	Information
Birth Name	Tate Sequoya Farris
Stage Name	Baby Tate
Also Known As	Yung Baby Tate
Date of Birth	May 13, 1996
Age	27
Place of Birth	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Parents	Dionne Farris (Mother) David Ryan Harris (Father)
Occupation	Rapper Singer Songwriter Record Producer
Genres	Hip Hop R&B
Debut Project	ROYGBIV (2015)
Notable Songs	“I Am” (featuring Flo Milli) “Beckham” (featured in Euphoria pilot episode)
Record Label	Warner Records
Major Label Debut Single	“Pedi” (October 29, 2021)
Notable Collaborations	Nicki Minaj’s “Megatron” (cover version) Bree Runway’s “Damn Daniel”
Influences	Nicki Minaj Migos Future Gucci Mane CeCe Peniston Dionne Farris
TV Appearance	Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta (Season 10)

Tate Sequoya Farris, known by his stage name Baby Tate (formerly known as Yung Baby Tate), was born on May 13, 1996, and currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. She debuted in 2015 with ROYGBIV, the daughter of soul artist Dionne Farris. Since then, she has attracted a lot of notice for projects like the After the Rain EP and the popular viral track “I Am” with Flo Milli.

38. Tkay Maidza

Tkay Maidza	Information
Name	Takudzwa Victoria Rosa “Tkay” Maidza
Birthdate	17 December 1995
Birthplace	Harare, Zimbabwe
Nationality	Zimbabwean-Australian
Genres	Hip hop, synthpop, dance-pop, electronic
Occupation	Singer-songwriter, rapper
Instrument	Vocals
Years Active	2013–present
Labels	4AD, Dew Process, Kitsuné, Downtown Records, Universal Music Australia, Interscope Records
Education	St Michael’s College
Notable Collaborations	Night Slugs’ Bok Bok
Accolades and Awards	Triple J Hottest 100

Australian singer-songwriter and rapper Takudzwa Victoria Rosa “Tkay” Maidza, born on December 17, 1995, is of Zimbabwean descent. Harare, Zimbabwe, is where Maidza was born. At 17, Maidza collaborated with producer BadCop to release her debut record, “Brontosaurus,” as part of Adelaide’s Northern Sound System artist development program.

39. Tay Money

Tay Money	Information
Stage Name	Tay Money
Birth Name	Taylor Noelle Watson
Date of Birth	April 6, 1993
Birthplace	Tyler, Texas, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, trap
Occupation(s)	Rapper, songwriter
Years Active	2017–present
Labels	Geffen Records, Interscope Records
Breakthrough Single	“Trapper’s Delight”
Viral Sensation	“Bussin”
Debut EP	“DUH!”
Debut Mixtape	“Hurricane Tay”
Notable Collaborations	DaBaby, YNW Melly, Saweetie, Mulatto
Record Deal	Signed with Geffen Records and Interscope Records
Upcoming Project	Debut studio album
Recognition	Featured on D Magazine’s “10 North Texas Hip-Hop Artists to Watch in 2020” list
Previous Relationship	Dated videographer Cole Bennett, ended in mid-2021

Rapper Taylor Noelle Watson, better known by her stage name Tay Money, was born in the United States on April 6, 1993. She began her career in 2017, and in June 2018, when her single “Trappers Delight” was released, she became well-known. After that, Watson released her first EP, DUH! In March 2019, she released her debut mixtape, Hurricane Tay. The following year, she also dropped the tune “Bussin,” which went viral on the video-sharing app TikTok.

40. Enny

Enny	Information
Stage Name	Enny
Birth Name	Enitan Adepitan
Date of Birth	9 December 1994
Age	28
Nationality	British
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Genre	Hip-hop
Residence	Thamesmead, South East London
Family Background	Nigerian heritage
Siblings	5 (Five)
Musical Influences	Jazz, Gospel Music, Hip-hop
Label	FAMM
Debut Single	“He’s Not Into You” (April 2020)
Breakthrough Single	“Peng Black Girls” (2020)
Popular Remix	“Peng Black Girls” (Remix with Jorja Smith)
YouTube Channel	Enny Official

Rapper, the singer, and composer Enitan Adepitan, better known by his stage name Enny, was born in England on December 9, 1994. She is well known for the 2020 song “Peng Black Girls,” which became popular after Jorja Smith remixed it and sang it live on ColorsxStudios.

41. Deetranada

Deetranada was born on June 25, 2001. Diamond Barmer is her actual name. Jermaine, her brother, performs hip-hop dancing. She is a native of Baltimore and appeared in season three of the Lifetime reality series The Rap Game, where she came in second. After participating in a talent competition for the 7th grade, she fulfilled her lifelong desire to become a rapper.

Date of Birth	June 25, 2001
Place of Birth	Baltimore, MD
Genres	rapper

42. NoLay

NoLay	Information
Stage Name(s)	NoLay, Isabella, Bella Gotti
Real Name	Natalie Bianaca Athanasiou
Background	Greek-Cypriot and Caribbean
Career Start Year	2003
Associated Collective	Unorthodox
Debut Release	“Unorthodox Daughter” (solo)
Notable Compilation Appearance	“Run The Road” (2005)
Notable Collaborations	Dizzee Rascal, Wiley, Kano, Mongrel, Tricky, MC Ghetts
Touring Experience	Opened for Mobb Deep and the Infamous Mobb, toured with The Bumblebeez, toured with Tricky
Acting Experience	Channel 4 drama “Top Boy” (played character Mandy)
Notable Album Release	“This Woman” (2017)
Recent Album Release	“Kalas” (2021)
Notable Tracks	“Unorthodox Chick,” “Fuck Disco,” “Dancing With The Devil,” “Marching,” “Gang Shit”
Name Explanation	Derived from “No lay lay” (meaning no hesitation)
Name Changes	Changed name to Bella Gotti in 2014 and later reverted back to NoLay
Recovery from Car Accident	Involved in a critical car accident abroad in 2016 and has since recovered
Unique Style and Wordplay	Known for gritty rhymes and distinct wordplay
Musical Influences	MC Ghetts
Comparison to MC Ghetts	Considers herself unique and different from MC Ghetts

Rapper NoLay, sometimes known as Isabella or Bella Gotti, comes from the Caribbean and has Greek-Cypriot ancestry. Mobb Deep and the Infamous Mobb had NoLay as their opening act. She was on the Australian electronic rock band The Bumblebeez’s 2006 song “Fuck Disco” and has toured Europe with them. Nolan appeared as a guest on Mongrel’s Better Than Heavy album in 2009. She also collaborated with Tricky on his 2014 album Adrian Thaws and went on tour with him in Europe.

43. Remy Ma

Reminisce Rapper Mackie, also known as Remy Ma, was born in America on May 30, 1980. She was discovered by Big Pun and rose to fame for her contributions to Fat Joe’s Terror Squad. There’s Something About Remy: Based on a True Story, her first studio album was released in 2006 and had a minor amount of success, debuting at number 33 on the Billboard 200 chart. The songs “Whuteva,” “Ante Up (Remix),” “Lean Back,” “Conceited,” and “All the Way Up” by Ma have achieved the greatest commercial success.

Date of Birth	May 30, 1980
Place of Birth	New York City, U.S.
Genres	rapper

44. Molly Brazy

Molly Brazy	Information
Stage Name	Latto / Big Latto
Birth Name	Alyssa Michelle Stephens
Formerly Known As	Miss Mulatto
Profession	Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Date of Birth	December 22, 1998
Age	24
Place of Birth	Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	African American and Caucasian
Residence	Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Education	Lovejoy High School, Clayton County, Georgia
Genre	Hip hop, Trap, Southern hip hop, Pop rap
Years Active	2016–present
Record Labels	RCA Records
Notable Achievements	Winner of Jermaine Dupri’s reality series “The Rap Game”
Nominations	Best New Hip Hop Artist at the BET Hip Hop Awards
Foundation/Organization	Win Some Give Some Foundation
Clothing Store	Pittstop Clothing
Legal Issues	Mistaken arrest for theft

Rapper Molly Kamaiyah Brazo, often known as Molly Brazy, was born in the United States on February 22, 1999. For the first time, Molly Brazy was a part of the Fîlsaîme & Co. Her estimated net worth in 2021, according to banking professionals at Banque de west Indies, is $1 million.

45. Ken TheMan

Ken TheMan	Information
Stage Name	KenTheMan
Birth Name	Kentavia Miller
Date of Birth	1994
Place of Birth	Houston, Texas
Nationality	American
Occupation	Rapper
Genre	Hip-Hop, Rap
Years Active	2015-present
Labels	All Money In, Cinematic
Notable Works	“Like This,” “He Be Like”
Stage Name Origin	Originally an alter ego
Education	Enrolled and dropped out of college, later re-enrolled in music courses
Employment	Previously worked as a waitress and delivery woman for DoorDash
Breakthrough Song	“He Be Like”
Project	“What’s My Name” (2021)
Accolades	Ranked 16th best hip-hop album of the year by Rolling Stone
Single Release	“Not My Nigga” (Released on October 14, 2022)
Motherhood	KenTheMan is a mother

American rapper Ken TheMan, born Kentavia Miller in 1994 in Houston, Texas, is from the United States. Originally, KenTheMan’s stage name was a persona. She planned to use the name “Ken” while registering as an artist on the music streaming service SoundCloud, but she discovered many artists were already using that name there.

46. Kamaiyah

Kamaiyah	Information
Birth Name	Kamaiyah Jamesha Johnson
Date of Birth	March 13, 1992
Place of Birth	Oakland, California, U.S.
Hometown	Sacramento, California, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, R&B
Occupation	Rapper, Singer
Years Active	2015–present
Labels	GRND.WRK, 4Hunnid, Geffen, Interscope
Notable Mixtapes	A Good Night in the Ghetto (2016)
Collaborative Project	Oakland Nights (EP) – with Capolow (2020)
Recognition	Named one of XXL’s Freshman Class (2017)

Rapper and singer Kamaiyah Jamesha Johnson hails from Oakland, California, and was born on March 13, 1992. A Good Night in the Ghetto, her debut mixtape, was widely praised when it was released in 2016. Kamaiyah was selected as one of the top ten freshmen by XXL magazine in 2017. Before I Wake, her second mixtape was made available in 2017. She established her label, GRND.WRK, in 2020, used it to release her third mixtape, Got It Made.

47. Stunna Girl

Stunna Girl, born on July 2, 1998, is a native of Sacramento, California, in the United States. Her prominent hits include “Real Rap” and “On the Record,” the latter uploaded to the YouTube channel Proxclusiv M. She is a digital media influencer turned hip-hop personality.

Date of Birth	July 2, 1998
Place of Birth	Sacramento, California, in the United States
Genres	rapper

48. BbyMutha

BbyMutha	Information
Stage Name	BBYMUTHA
Real Name	Brittnee Moore
Date of Birth	September 15, 1989
Age	33
Place of Birth	Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S.
Genres	Hip Hop
Occupation	Rapper
Years Active	2014–present

Rapper Brittnee Moore, also known by her stage name Bbymutha, is from the United States. She started her career on SoundCloud and was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on September 15, 1989. She gained notoriety in 2017 after her song “Rules” video went viral. Muthaland, her debut studio album, was released in 2020.

49. Ivy Sole

Ivy Sole	Information
Birth Name	Taylor C. McLendon
Known As	Ivy Sole
Birth Year	1995
Profession	Rapper, Record Producer
Origin	Philadelphia, PA
Notable Achievements	Mentioned as a representative of the growing movement of non-binary artists, tackles mental health issues in music videos
Debut Mixtape	“Eden” (2016)
Extended Plays	“West,” “East”
Debut Album	“Overgrown” (2018)
Live Recording	“Overgrown* (Live from Philadelphia)” (2020)
Education	Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (Graduated with a degree in business, Class of 2015)
Sexual Orientation	Queer, attracted to women and men
Gender Identity	Non-binary
Pronouns	They/them

Ivy Sole is the stage name of Taylor C. McLendon, a professional rapper and record producer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, born in 1995. Liberal Art, Third Eye Optiks, and Indigold have all included Ivy Sole as a member. One example of the expanding trend of non-binary artists is Ivy Sole.

50. Tommy Genesis 

Tommy Genesis	Information
Full Name	Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj
Stage Name	Tommy Genesis
Nationality	Canadian
Birthplace	Vancouver, Canada
Ethnicity	Malayali, Tamil, Swedish descent
Occupation	Rapper
Education	Emily Carr University of Art and Design (Film and Sculpture)
Debut Album	“Tommy Genesis”
Second Album	“Goldilocks X”
Musical Style	Experimental rap, alternative hip hop
Collaborations	Abra, Charli XCX, M.I.A., JPEGMAFIA
Notable Tracks	“Tommy,” “100 Bad,” “Rainbow,” “Peppers” (featured on Lana Del Rey’s album)
Notable Campaigns	Calvin Klein Fall 2016 Campaign
Themes in Music	Gender, sexuality, fetishism
Advocacy	Against girl-on-girl cyberbullying

Rapper Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj, also known as Tommy Genesis, is from Canada. She was referred to as “the internet’s most rebellious underground rap queen” by Dazed magazine in 2016. Her songs frequently have sexually explicit verses and an experimental flair. In November 2018, Tommy Genesis, her debut album, was released. In September 2021, Goldilocks X, her second album, was released.

51. Big Jade 

Chevon Young, better known by his stage name Ms. Jade, is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-born American rapper. She also collaborated with Ciara on Beyoncé’s official remix of the “Diva” song, which became a success.

She debuted a music video in 2010 for her song “Blowin’ Up,” which also featured Freeway. Her upcoming mixtape, “Str8 No Chaser,” will serve as the album’s lead single.

Date of Birth	August 3, 1979
Place of Birth	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Genres	rapper, songwriter, actress

52. Snow Tha Product

Snow Tha Product	Information
Full Name	Claudia Alexandra Feliciano (née Madriz Meza)
Stage Name	Snow Tha Product
Date of Birth	June 24, 1987
Place of Birth	San Jose, California, U.S.
Nationality	Mexican-American
Occupation	Rapper, Singer, Actress, YouTuber, Podcaster
Record Labels	Product Entertainment LLC (2007–present), Atlantic Records (2012–2018)
Genres	Hip Hop, R&B
Notable Projects	“Good Nights & Bad Mornings 2: The Hangover” (2013) “VIBEHIGHER” (2018)
Collaborations	Bizarrap, DJ Paul, Krizz Kaliko, Lupe Fiasco, Too Short, and more
Appearance in TV Series	“Queen of the South”
Bilingual Skills	Fluent in English and Spanish
Influences	Missy Elliott, Da Brat, Big Pun, Lauryn Hill, Aaliyah, Eminem, and more
Family	Married at 19, has a child named Andrew Feliciano Jr.
Relationships	Previously dated Julisa Aponte (Daddie JuJu)
ADHD Advocacy	Openly discusses having ADHD and channels energy into various projects
Ranch in California	Purchased a ranch in California in 2020, embracing Mexican roots

Snow Tha Product is the stage name of Claudia Alexandra Madriz Meza, an American rapper, and singer born on June 24, 1987. From 2012 through November 2018, she was under contract with Atlantic Records. Since that time, she has worked as a freelance artist. Her most well-known works are the 2018 compilation album VIBEHIGHER and the 2013 mixtape Good Nights & Bad Mornings 2: The Hangover.

53. Dream Doll

Dream Doll	Information
Stage Name	DreamDoll
Birth Name	Tabatha Robinson
Date of Birth	February 28, 1992
Place of Birth	The Bronx, New York
Education	Bronx Academy High School, Westchester College, Herkimer Community College
Siblings	Oldest of 5 siblings, with 2 sisters & 2 brothers
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer, songwriter
Genres	Hip-Hop, Drill, Pop-rap
Years Active	2016-present
Labels	Warner Records, District 18 Entertainment, RCA Records
Notable Achievements	– Cast member on Bad Girls Club: Social Disruption

Rapper and reality personality Tabatha Robinson, better known by her stage name Dream Doll, was born on February 28, 1982, in New York City. In less than a year, “Everything Nice,” her most well-known song, gained over 3.9 million views. In addition, Dream Doll is highly recognized for her roles in Love & Hip Hop: New York’s supporting cast and the cast of Bad Girls Club.

54. Princess Nokia

Princess Nokia	Information
Birth Name	Destiny Nicole Frasqueri
Stage Name	Princess Nokia
Profession	Rapper, Songwriter
Debut Studio Album	Metallic Butterfly
Breakthrough Album	1992 Deluxe
Latest Albums	A Girl Cried Red, Everything Sucks, Everything Is Beautiful
Genres	Emo rap, Rap rock, Trip hop, Experimental
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Afro-Indigenous
Puerto Rican Descent	Yes
Birth Date	June 14, 1992
Age	31
Hometown	New York City, U.S.
Childhood Challenges	Foster care, loss of mother to AIDS
Influences	MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, TLC, Shakira, Korn, Slipknot
LGBTQ+ Identity	Bisexual
Gender Identity	Gender non-conforming
Pronouns	They/Them, She/Her
Feminist Activism	Intersectional feminism, Smart Girl Club
Spiritual Beliefs	Practitioner of Santería, clairvoyance
Notable Projects	The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder (voice acting)

Destiny Princess Nokia is the stage name of Nicole Frasqueri, an American rapper and musician born on June 14, 1992. 2014 saw the release of her debut studio album, Metallic Butterfly, and the mixtape Honeysuckle followed in 2015. She gained notoriety as Princess Nokia because of her 2017 studio album 1992 Deluxe.

55. Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis	Information
Full Name	Karly-Marina Loaiza
Stage Name	Kali Uchis
Birthdate	July 17, 1994
Birthplace	Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Nationality	American, Colombian
Occupation	Singer-Songwriter
Debut Mixtape	Drunken Babble (2012)
Debut EP	Por Vida (2015)
Debut Studio Album	Isolation (2018)
Second Studio Album	Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios) (2021)
Third Studio Album	Red Moon in Venus (2023)
Musical Genres	R&B, neo soul, hip hop
Collaboration	Grammy Award-winning single with Kaytranada
Awards	American Music Award, two Billboard Music Awards
Influences	1960s music, soul, R&B, doo-wop, jazz
Relationship Status	Partnered with Don Toliver since 2020
Sexual Orientation	Bisexual

Karly-Marina Loaiza, also known as Kali Uchis, was born in the United States on July 17, 1994. Drunken Babble, her first mixtape, was released in 2012, followed by Por Vida, her first EP, in 2015.

56. Ppcocaine 

Ppcocaine	Information
Birth Name	Lilliane Catherine Diomi
Stage Name	ppcocaine (previously known as trapbunniebubbles)
Date of Birth	June 1, 2001
Birthplace	Panorama City, Los Angeles, U.S.
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Congolese-American
Gender	Female (Genderfluid)
Education	Graduated from Golden Valley High School
Musical Style	Trap, R&B
Genres	Hip hop
Notable Songs	“3 Musketeers”, “PJ”, “DDLG”
Viral Success	TikTok
Labels	Columbia Records
Influences	Rico Nasty, Stunna Girl, Bali Baby, Gaptoothv4mp
Vocal Style	Aggressive deliveries with a nasally cartoon-character voice
Fashion Style	Trademark color: Pink
Sexual Orientation	Bisexual
Philanthropy	Engaged in various charity campaigns
Popular TikTok Trends	“Shake Some Ass” dance trend, Dance videos during the COVID-19 pandemic
Media Acclaim	Featured on Rolling Stone’s Breakthrough 25 chart, Described as having rascally joy and bad-kid energy

Lilliane Catherine Diomi, often known as Ppcocaine, is an American rapper and social media star. She was born on June 1, 2001. They became well-known on the video-sharing website TikTok for their song “3 Musketeers,” their most well-known work.

57. Monaleo 

Monaleo	Information
Birth Name	Leondra Roshawn Gay
Stage Name	Monaleo
Occupation	Rapper, Songwriter
Based in	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Debut Single	“Beating Down Yo Block” (Released: February 24, 2021)
Debut Studio Album	“Where the Flowers Don’t Die” (Released: May 26, 2023) Featuring Flo Milli
Record Label	Stomp Down
Partner	Stunna 4 Vegas
Notable Singles	“Girls Outside” (Samples “Outside” by OG Bobby Billions) “Suck It Up” (Accompanied by a music video)
Notable Achievements	Accumulated over 3 million streams on Spotify for “Beating Down Yo Block” Music video for “Beating Down Yo Block” received over 3.3 million views on YouTube
Personal Struggles	Openly discussed past suicide attempts and mental health
Education	Attended The High School for Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Put studies on pause for music career
Sibling	Younger brother: Yung Rampage (also a rapper)
Child	Khalick Anthony Caldwell II (Born: May 2023)
Pronunciation	mon-a-lee-o
Musical Style	Known for unique style and lyrics Incorporates personal experiences and emotions into her music
Musical Journey	Started working in music in January 2020 Released debut single “Beating Down Yo Block” in September 2020 Released debut studio album “Where the Flowers Don’t Die” in May 2023

American rapper and singer Leondra Roshawn Gay, better known by her stage name Monaleo, was born in Houston on April 24, 2001. On February 24, 2021, she released her debut single, “Beating Down Yo Block.”

58. Asian Doll

Asian Doll	Information
Stage Name	Asian Doll
Birth Name	Misharron Jermeisha Allen
Date of Birth	December 7, 1996
Age	26
Birthplace	Dallas, Texas, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, trap, drill
Occupation	Rapper, Company Owner
Years Active	2015–present
Record Label	Doll Gang Records, 1017 Eskimo Records
Notable Achievement	First female artist signed to Gucci Mane’s 1017 Eskimo Records
Education	Skyline High School (dropped out in 12th grade)
Relationship	Formerly partnered with King Von (2018–2020)
Support for Donald Trump	Supported Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election

Rapper Misharron Jermeisha Allen, also known as Asian Doll, Asian Da Brat, or just Asian, was born in the United States on December 7, 1996. She was the first female artist signed to Gucci Mane’s 1017 Eskimo Records and is a native of Dallas.

60. Renni Rucci

Renni Rucci	Information
Stage Name	Renni Rucci
Real Name	Courtney Rene
Date of Birth	October 2, 1991
Place of Birth	Columbia, South Carolina
Genres	Rap
Occupation	Rapper
Years Active	2017-present
Notable Achievements	– Video of her rapping over Lil’ Baby’s “Freestyle” with over 5 million views on YouTube
Latest Releases	– Single: “Don’t Like Me” (March 18, 2022)

Rapper Courtney Rene, also known as Renni Rucci, was born on October 2, 1991, in Columbia, South Carolina. South Carolina’s Columbia is where she was born. Renni Rucci joined the cast of the television program Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta in 2021. She released the single “Don’t Like Me” on March 18, 2022.