Lauryn Hill on “Lost Ones” (Verse 1) My emancipation don't fit your equation Like these murderous rhymes tight from genuine craft 82. GZA on “Duel of the Iron Mic” (Verse 1) Yo, picture bloodbaths in elevator shafts Ironic, you been sleeping on the one that you been dreaming 'bout 83. What you been praying for? What you been screaming ’bout? Cole on “Looking for Trouble” (Verse 5) I thought that real shit is what you been fiending ’bout Cappadonna on “Winter Warz” (Verse 4) My repertoire, is U.S.S.R My pops used to say, it reminded him of Bebop 85. You could find the Abstract listenin' to hip-hop Q-Tip on “Excursions” (Verse 1) Back in the days when I was a teenagerīefore I had status and before I had a pager Kanye West on “Gorgeous” (Verse 1) Inter-century anthems based off inner-city tantrumsįace it, Jerome get more time than Brandon 86. Italiano, slanted-eye, banging a fat Milano Raekwon on “Knowledge God” (Verse 2) Fly like cashmere, last year, my team caught bodies in Grasmere Drake on “Stay Schemin'” (Verse 2) Kobe 'bout to lose a hundred fifty Msīitch, you wasn't with me shootin' in the gym 88. Ice-T on “6 ‘N the Mornin’” (Verse 1) Six in the morning, police at my doorįresh Adidas squeak across the bathroom floor 89. My homeboy just dome'd a ni**a, I just hope the Lord forgive him 90. Jay Rock on “Money Trees” (Verse 3) Bakin' soda YOLA whippin', ain't no turkey on Thanksgivin' When I bought that Aston Martin, y'all thought it was rented? 91. Meek Mill on “Dreams and Nightmares (Intro)” (Verse 2) Hold up, wait a minute (Minute), y'all thought I was finished? Tears in my eyes, let me get this off my chest 92. Danny Brown on “30” (Verse 1) That the last ten years, I been so fucking stressed I might whisper in his ear, "Bury all of them" 93. I greet you with the love of God, that don't make us friends No Malice on “I Pray For You” (Verse 2) Watch my brother 'round you bitches, I know he pretends Hung 'em on your head and rocked your bells 94. Kool Moe Dee on “Let’s Go” (Verse 3) Just usin' your name, I took those L's I'm busy I ain't even had time to eat a fortune cookie 95. E-40 on “Sick Wild It II” (Verse 1) Oyster Perpetual, cushion cut bezel When this shit got so suffocating, I could barely even keep breathing 96. Vic Mensa on “There’s Alot Going On” (Verse 1) If you learn one thing from my journey, ni**a, it's don't stop believing on “It’s Funky Enough” (Verse 1) One, and here comes the two to the three and four Freddie Gibbs on “1985” (Verse 1) Gangland, if you put a hit on Freddie Kane it'll be a gang murderġ985, Michael Jordan, bitch, I travel with a cocaine circus 98. Future on “3500” (Verse 2) I put a Rolls and a Royce on my wrist From Ice-T’s iconic opening verse on “6 ‘N the Mornin’” to Lil Wayne’s game-changing bars on “We Takin’ Over,” here are the 100 greatest rap verses of all time. in “Victory.”ĭive into the contemplative themes expressed by Andre 3000 in “Elevators (Me & You)” and AZ’s musings on life’s challenges in “Life’s a Bitch.” Appreciate the finesse of Jay-Z’s “Dead Presidents” and the pioneering lyricism of Rakim in “My Melody.” Delve into Lil Wayne’s intricate wordplay on “We Takin’ Over” and the intensity of Eminem’s “Lose Yourself.”Īppreciate the engaging narratives of Slick Rick in “La-Di-Da-Di” and the dynamic synergy between Nas and Raekwon in “Verbal Intercourse.” Lastly, revel in Inspectah Deck’s iconic opening verse in Wu-Tang Clan’s “Triumph.” State of Mind” and the commanding delivery of The Notorious B.I.G. Explore the powerful imagery in Nas’ “N.Y. From the golden era to modern-day classics, this epic lineup showcases the lyrical prowess, storytelling mastery, and unparalleled flow that have defined the genre. In this feature, we count down the top 100 greatest rap verses of all time, showcasing the lyrical prowess and poetic storytelling that has defined the culture of hip hop for the past four decades. Welcome to the ultimate lyrical showdown, where we pay homage to the verbal architects who have crafted some of the most iconic bars in hip hop history.
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