MTV's Hottest MCs 2009 List

Jay-Z

Flame Thrower: Jay-Z
2009 Rank: #1
Previous rankings: 2007 (#7); 2008 (#2)

Why He's Hot: He's had the most acclaimed career in rap history. But even with all that lore, all that respect, all that prestige and all that money, Jay-Z continues to add luster to his legacy with time-transcending music, multiple successful business ventures and his dominant influence over the game.

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Lil Wayne

Flame Thrower: Lil Wayne
2009 Rank: #2
Previous rankings: 2007 (#1); 2008 (#3)

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Drake

Flame Thrower: Drake
2009 Rank: #3
Previous rankings: 2007 (not ranked); 2008 (not ranked)

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Kanye West

Flame Thrower: Kanye West
2009 Rank: #4
Previous rankings: 2007 (#4); 2008 (#1)

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Rick Ross

Flame Thrower: Rick Ross
2009 Rank: 5
Previous rankings: 2007 (not ranked); 2008 (#4)

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Gucci Mane

Flame Thrower: Gucci Mane
2009 Rank: 6
Previous Rankings: 2007 (not ranked); 2008 (not ranked)

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Young Jeezy

Flame Thrower: Young Jeezy
2009 Rank: 7
Previous rankings: 2007 (#6); 2008 (#8)

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Fabolous

Flame Thrower: Fabolous
2009 Rank: 8
Previous Rankings: 2007 (not ranked); 2008 (not ranked)

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50 Cent

Flame Thrower: 50 Cent
2009 Rank: 9
Previous Rankings: 2007 (#8); 2008 (#6)

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Raekwon

Flame Thrower: Raekwon the Chef
2009 Rank: 10
Previous Rankings: 2007 (unranked); 2008 (unranked)

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Drake Reality Show?! Drake Talks Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, Kanye, Toronto, Hot Dates, Coping with Fame and More!

Drake sat down at the Sirius studios with DJ Whoo Kid to discuss his new deal with Lil Wayne’s Young Money, the story behind the concept for his “Best I Ever Had” video, the importance of uplifting his hometown of Toronto, his upcoming album and work with Jay-Z, Jeezy, Mary J. Blige and more.

Do Drake and Kanye really get along? Will he be doing a reality show? What is Drake’s idea of a quality night out with a lady? Why do men benefit from his music? How is he coping with fame and money? Who are Drake’s favorite rappers? Find out the answers in this Hip Hop One-on-One exclusive from RadioPlanet.tv!