EPISODE · Sep 29, 2025 · 16 MIN
What New York Rapper Had the Best 5 Year Run
from The Rap Soul Podcast · host The Rap Soul Podcast
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.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to the Best Five-Year Run in Rap02:39 - The Notorious B.I.G.'s Impact and Legacy05:24 - Nas: The Rise of a Lyricist08:33 - DMX: The Voice of a Generation11:23 - Jay-Z: The Blueprint of Success14:05 - 50 Cent: The New Era of Hip-HopAUDIO https://linktr.ee/therapsoulpodcastYOUTUBE https://youtu.be/6oUHio-vHek#hiphop #soul #culture #music #interviews #12kyle #rapsoulpodcast #rap #randb #randbmusic #80s #90s #00s #goldenera #musicpodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rap-soul-podcast/donations
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