Best Rappers of 2011

One of the most loved and entertaining genre of music is rap music. When I was a kid I couldn't understand a single word these rappers used to sing, because the song was so fast and the music was so loud. Nevertheless, listening to good rap songs was my favorite pastime. History of rap music is very vintage. Some say it's been inspired by hip-hop music, some say it's vice-versa. Whoever is right in this discussion, I know one thing rap music is here to stay and conquer millions of hearts with its fantastic lyrics and awesome music. In this article we discuss the best rappers of 2011.

Best New Rappers of 2011
This year, let's check out the names of rappers who gave us some of the best songs to listen and express ourselves. Most of these names are new and are yet to come with their best work. However, with the work that they have released in the market, I can surely say that they are good. So here are some names of the best rappers of 2011.

Drake
He's the crowd favorite and pretty high. Critics say that Drake did his best work this year, but I think the best is yet to come. He has composed one of the best mixtapes ever heard and also become the new hot property in the world of rap music. All his fans are waiting for his next album to drop because he made them crazy with So Far Gone, which became one of the best rap albums of all time. So this time there's a lot of pressure upon him. Hope he doesn't displease the fans and the critics.

Freddie Gibbs
His hometown Indiana, is known for its love for football not for rap music. This guy is doing just the opposite. Freddie Gibbs knocked the heart of music lovers when he released two brilliant mixtapes, The Miseducation of Freddie Gibbs and Midwestgangstaboxframecadillacmuzik. His lyrics mostly consists of hardbody beats and violent lines which show the realism of betrayal and criminal life.

Jay Electronica
I have never heard this guy but they say, he's the next big thing. He still hasn't got an album to his name, but Jay Electronica has every music genius singing his praise. This rap artist from New Orleans has been signed by some of the major music labels and if this guy gives out his best, I say 2011 is his year.

Wiz Khalifa
This guy has been making some good albums this year. Wiz Khalifa has been on the radar of big music producers since he debuted with his album Deal or No Deal. This album went great and was also a commercial success. Critics say that Wiz has a bright future as his music appeals the audience and could also become one of the best rappers of all time if he continues the good work. He also has a terrific year with mixtapes like Flight School and How Fly which were very well received by the audience and critics.

J. Cole
J. Cole is a powerful combination of street life and crossover appeal. People call him the next Jay-Z. Already in the limelight when he was signed by the RocNation label. His mixtape, The Warm Up was very well received by critics and fans. If there would ever be a list of top 10 rappers, J. Cole would definitely get a spot.

OFWGKTA
Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All aka known as Odd Future or OFWGKTA is an alternative rap group that has gathered a lot of press recently. The group is formed by a bunch of teenagers who are doing a great job of annoying people with their lyrics. Their songs usually consist of drugs, rape, violence and incompetent government measures. The song "Bastard" released by the group's leader has already been one of the best songs for 2010. Looking at this fresh talent, they are surely going to rock the world of rap.

DMX
He is the most aggressive rapper on the road today. DMX is constantly making great lyrics and his music connects with people like meditation. The guy has sold more than 20 million copies and is coming up with a terrific album in 2011. His personal life has been surrounded with controversies and he uses all his life experiences to write great songs which makes him one of the best in the business of rap music.

Best Female Rappers of 2011
Have you ever seen the stand up comedians in the 80's? - they taught men to never ask directions... And female rappers of this new generation taught women not be afraid and gave us some great music and lyrics. Taking out their frustration on the cheap airline food, gender biased society and the frustrating household duties that every woman has to carry, female rappers are giving frustration a new name. 15 years ago most of the female rappers were observed as sex symbols and not as genuine music artists and I think it's all going to change now with names like Dessa, Nicki Minaj, Boog Brown and Little Mama. They are spearheading the women force and doing a pretty good job.

So these were some of the best rappers of 2011. Some honorable names which are creating a storm are Nipsey Hussle, Buff1, M.anifest, Cory Gunz, Hayes, Big Sean, Tyga, Curren$y, B.O.B. aka Bobby Ray Charles Hamilton, Joell Ortiz. So pick up the album of your favorite artist and start humming!