DMX
Yonkers rapper whose raspy delivery and alternating fury and vulnerability made him one of the most emotionally compelling voices in hip-hop history — the first artist to debut five consecutive No. 1 albums.
Pantheon Standing
| List Name | Rank | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Top 50 Hip Hop Artists of All Time | #23 | 61.2 |
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