Today I'm addressing the popular debate all over Africa which always leads to opinionated conclusions at the end of the day. What defines the best rapper in Africa? Rhyme schemes? Lyrics? Creativity? Well, I say every bit of the aforementioned reasons.

Without further ado I bring to you the top rappers in Africa.





10. KHALIGRAPH JONES

Brian Robert Ouko, known by the stage name, Khaligraph Jones, is one of Kenyans finest Hip Hop artists. His delivery on the mic is super. When it comes to battling you've got to acknowledge Khaligraph.

An amazing African talent.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtuPrDvprXI

Khaligraph Jones - F**k Off [Download]



9. AKA

Kiernan Jordan Forbes, known by his stage name AKA, is fast rising South African hip hop artist. He is very versatile the way he raps and immediately switch and drops a well sang hook.

Since he released the single “Victory Lap” he has showed no sign of slowing down and keep the tracks coming every now and then. He remains one of the most gifted rappers right now in Africa.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdGerKi0wn0

AKA - Victory Lap [Download]





8. M.I

Jude Abaga, known by his stage name M.I, is one of Nigeria's top rappers. Mr Incredible known for his multisyllabic rhyme schemes, changed the rap game in Nigeria as soon as he dropped his single "Safe".

His music is conscious and he remains one of the most creative rap artists in Africa.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FktzY9Pddks


M.I - Safe [Download]





7. SHUKID

Feisal Khaemba, known by the stage name, Shukid, is one of the best rappers in Kenya. He delivers superb lyrics and rhyme schemes. He has a massive potential to be one of the best rappers in the next few years.

Truly talented.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fY0JR0h8A1w


Shukid - For Real [Download]




6. L-TIDO

Thato Madonsela, known by his stage name L-tido, is a South African Hip Hop recording artist. He keeps coming in strong on every track with a fresh and flamboyant sound that separates him from a lot of other rappers with the way he structures his rhymes, metaphors and punchlines.

His single "We Rollin’" featuring K.O (from Teargas) remains one of the best Hip Hop songs in Africa for the past 5 years.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATF22M4-Z0w


L-Tido - We Rollin [Download]





5. TUMI

Boitumelo "Tumi" Molekane , known by his stage name Tumi is a South African rapper. He is the lead vocalist of the group Tumi and The Volume. He possesses amazing storytelling abilities on the mic and remains conscious with his rap lyrics. The immaculate formation of his rhymes is flawless.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYQlMcPSkRs

Tumi And The Volume - Asinamali [Download]




4. M.ANIFEST

Kwame Ametepee Tsikata, known by his stage name M.anifest, is one of Hip Hop's finest in Africa. After he dropped his single "Suffer" he probably wowed true Hip Hop fans with his ideology and creativity. His delivery on the mic is pure class.

Always noticeable by the beads around his neck, this artist is truly one of the best rappers in Africa right now.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPtXu4RdIR0

M.anifest - Suffer [Download]





3. SARKODIE

Michael Owusu Addo, known by his stage name Sarkodie, is a Ghanaian Hip Hop sensation. He often raps in his native language Twi, and is considered a "multifaceted rapper" due to the various musical styles he possess. Sarkodie's fast tongue twisting technique sets him apart from the rest. One of his top songs "Hallelujah" featuring Vivian Chidid can be seen below.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loV_uVMY9QI

Sarkodie - Hallelujah [Download]





2. PROVERB

Tebogo Thekisho, known by his stage name ProVerb, is an iconic South African Hip Hop legend. His conscious style of rap displays intelligence with mouth watering word play. Proverb featuring Brian Temba - Inspiration is a recent gem.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMsmhFqOvvY

Proverb - Inspiration [Download]




1. MODENINE

Olusegun Babatunde, known by his stage name Modenine, is Nigerian Hip Hop legend. He is known for his raw delivery, conscious lyrics, battle raps, metaphors & similes. He is one of the rappers who pioneered Hip Hop in Africa. His single "Cry" gained mainstream recognition for its creativity and storyline.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjeeWk2pzmY

Modenine - Flow For The Street [Download]

So there you have it, my top 10 rappers in Africa right now. Do you agree with my list? Comment below and let me know who you think is the best rapper in Africa right now.

Peace!

THANK JAH ICESHIT ISN'T ON YOUR LIST

lumeviews:

ice shit? Ice Prince?

Yup

Jregz:
Yup

Lol, he is a good rapper unfortunately he didn't make the cut

lumeviews: Today I'm addressing the popular debate all over Africa which always leads to opinionated conclusions at the end of the day. What defines the best rapper in Africa? Rhyme schemes? Lyrics? Creativity? Well, I say every bit of the aforementioned reasons.
Without further ado I bring to you the top rappers in Africa.

10. KHALIGRAPH JONES
Brian Robert Ouko, known by the stage name, Khaligraph Jones, is one of Kenyans finest Hip Hop artists. His delivery on the mic is super. When it comes to battling you've got to acknowledge Khaligraph.
An amazing African talent.

Khaligraph Jones is dope. His delivery on Fecko's Raw African Poetry track is sleek.

lumeviews:


One of the best in Africa bro...

Yeah, but there are other sick Kenyan rappers on the come up like Ace Tha Don. Also look out for rappers like Fecko (Nigeria), Karma (Zimbabwe), Dope G and Yung Verbal of Zone Fam (Zambia).

agreed

Aka no 9 are u smoking....mode9 DAT is dead no 1 pls he maybe good but he has nothing good out there for the past 5 yrs
And where is Khuli Chana

Kindly remove M.I from that list pls. Tnk u