The Grammys and hip hop? That relationship’s been rocky since day one. Despite the fact that rap is the biggest genre in the world, the Grammys be playin’ catchup, always late to the party.
Remember when DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince won that first rap Grammy back in ’89? The award show didn’t even bother to televise it, showin’ how much they cared about hip hop culture. But while the Grammys snoozed, the genre only got bigger and better. Now, Jay-Z just made history, passing Quincy Jones to become the most nominated Grammy artist of all time. That’s the power of hip hop.
To celebrate these wins – all earned with struggle – check this list of the ten rappers with the most Grammy statues. We’re talkin’ legends like Andre 3000 and Lauryn Hill, plus modern kings like Kendrick Lamar. These MCs prove that no matter how much the Grammys drag their feet, true talent will always rise. Here’s the top 10 rappers droppin’ bars and snagging Grammys:
