MF's Favourite Rappers

Tupac Shakur - I've always been a big fan of hip-hop and Tupac in particular. I think he has a great voice for rap and his flow is top- notch. Tupac has been voted the most influential rapper ever in the past and many still regard him as the greatest rapper in history. I think I agree with this statement. Tupac put so much meaning and deepness to his raps whereas a lot of rappers today just talk about women and bling which can grow tiresome. Tupac was a smart guy and I think it was a huge shame that he died so young. He is the greatest lyricist in hip hop history and no one is a better all-round rapper. MF's picks: Made N*ggaz, Changes, Life Goes On

Immortal Technique - This guy is sick! He's the deepest rapper I know of and his story telling ability is second to none. Immortal Technique raps about politics, drugs and the hood but he doesn't glorify it like other rappers. He just tells the truth behind interesting and original beats. A top quality rapper, I strongly reccomend him. MF's picks: Dance with the Devil, Crossing the Boundary, Obnoxious

Tha Outlawz - The most underrated rappers ever. Tha Outlawz were quality with Tupac on songs like "Hail Mary" and "Made N*ggaz" and they are just as good as tracks since his death like "Still I Rise" and "U Can Be Touched". They all have good delivery, lyrics and flow but E.D.I. Mean and Kastro stick out as the best. MF's picks: Still I Rise, High Speed, U Can Be Touched

Snoop Doggy Dogg - What I like about Snoop is the fact his voice is much different to most rappers. It isn't a low growl, he's unique and has great flow. He appeals to real fans as well as the commercial market. MF's picks: Lay Low, Just Dippin', Ain't No Fun

Dr. Dre - Dre is the man, he was the guy who made all the best beats of the 90s and early 00s. Dre may not be the best rapper but his beats are awesome and there's no doubt people like Snoop and 50 wouldn't be as popular without him backing them up. MF's picks: The Next Episode, Still D.R.E., Nuthin' But A G Thang

Biggie Smalls - Biggie was massive in the 90s and it's such a shame he got caught up in the coastal rivalry which ultimately ended his life, RIP. Biggie had smooth flow and often built up rhymes on top of another numerous times which was very impressive. Destined to become bigger than anyone else in rap if he'd of lived past 97... MF's picks: Juicy, Mo Money Mo Problems, Hypnotize

Kanye West - Kanye has smooth flow and some awesome tracks. He's one of few current rappers who I listen to. I like the way Kanye doesn't glorify the hood like a lot of rappers and talks about things that matter in his tracks. But "Lock Lockdown" is dreadful and this new robotic voice doesn't look promising. He sounds fine without a robotized voice. He should go back to basics and just rap rather than selling out like a punk. MF's picks: Family Business, Good Life, All Falls Down

Nas - Widely regarded as one of the greatest due to his story telling in raps. Nas has incredibly fluid raps with a wide range of vocabulary used. He also has some very interesting beats. For serious rap fans, he is a must have, brilliant lyricist and barely any misses on the awesome Illmatic and Stillmatic albums. MF's picks: Got Urself A..., Destroy And Rebuild, Hero

Lupe Fiasco - Lupe's raps are very clear and meaningful which makes a great change from a lot of the stuff out there. He's got flow and a lot of great beats too. I'm surprised it took so long for him to go mainstream (with Superstar) because he's had so many top quality tracks on is previous album. The future of rap if he stays around longer than he claims. MF's picks: Hurt Me Soul, Hip Hip Saved My Life, Tilted

Jay Z - Jigga is the richest man in hip hop and his commercial raps aren't always for everyone but there's no doubting his style and delivery. When pushed he can produce some absolutely awesome tracks but also has a lot of filler too. Still worth checking some of his stuff out though, on his best day, he is the best rapper in the world today. He is a great storyteller, like Nas, and has some of the best beats around due to his connections with producers like Kanye West, Timbaland, Pharrell and Swizz Beats. He has at least three of my top ten rap songs ever. MF's picks: Dead Presidents II, December 4th, Brooklyn's Finest

DMX - You gotta love DMX, the rough growl is instantly recognizable and the way he layers rhymes with top flow is impressive considering many low voiced rappers go for slower stuff (Ja Rule). DMX is a funny rapper and has a couple good party tracks which keep the hardcore fans interested too. 213's picks: X Gon' Give It To Ya, Party Up, Lord Give Me A Sign