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What New York Rapper Had the Best 5 Year Run

What New York Rapper Had the Best 5 Year Run

Update: 2025-09-29
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In this episode of THE RAP SOUL PODCAST, host 12Kyle explores the question of which New York City rapper had the best five-year run. 

He discusses the careers and impacts of six iconic artists: Prodigy, The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, DMX, Jay-Z, and 50 Cent, analyzing their music, sales, and cultural significance during their respective five-year periods. 

The conversation highlights the evolution of hip-hop and the shifting landscape of the genre, particularly in relation to New York's influence.


Chapters


00:00 - Introduction to the Best Five-Year Run in Rap

02:39 - The Notorious B.I.G.'s Impact and Legacy

05:24 - Nas: The Rise of a Lyricist

08:33 - DMX: The Voice of a Generation

11:23 - Jay-Z: The Blueprint of Success

14:05 - 50 Cent: The New Era of Hip-Hop



AUDIO https://linktr.ee/therapsoulpodcast

YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/6oUHio-vHek


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What New York Rapper Had the Best 5 Year Run

What New York Rapper Had the Best 5 Year Run

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