Jay-Z Is #1 on Billboard & VIBE’s List of the Top 10 Greatest Rappers of All Time

Even if Jay-Z isn’t your top pick, it’s hard to argue the rapper didn’t deserve the #1 spot.

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Who’s the GOAT when it comes to rap? Well, if you take Billboard and VIBE’s word for it, Jay-Z has been crowned as the greatest of all time.

In celebration of hip-hop’s 50th birthday, the two music outlets worked together on their list of the “Top 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time.” They began rolling out the list on January 11 and released 10 rappers weekly, starting from the 50th spot and working their way up.

Even if Jay-Z isn’t your top pick, it’s hard to argue the rapper didn’t deserve the #1 spot. Take a look at his resume!

According to Billboard and VIBE, Jay-Z has sold 140M+ records and has 14 albums that have been #1 on Billboard’s 200 chart. He has received 24 Grammys throughout his musical career. He’s also credited with helping foster the careers of several other music superstars, such as Rihanna and Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West.

Other rappers that made it to the top 10 list include Nas, Eminem, and The Notorious B.I.G.

Did they get it right? Check out the complete list to see if your favorite rappers made it into the top 10.