2 Chainz with Twista, Travis Porter, and more

Chicago rapper Twista, known for his chopper style, held the Guinness Record for fastest rapping. He broke through with "Slow Jamz," and topped charts with "Kamikaze." Twista has collaborated with stars like Mariah Carey, Ludacris, and Lady Gaga. His career began with "Po Pimp" and continued with hits like "Girl Tonite."

Atlanta rap trio Travis Porter, formed by Ali, Quez, and Strap in Decatur, GA, crafts club-ready party hits. Known for viral song "Cake (Lil Stripper Girls)", their 2012 debut *From Day 1* featured cameos from Tyga and 2 Chainz, with production from Diplo. The group gained fame through mixtapes and YouTube, signing with RCA.

Rick Ross, born William Roberts in Clarksdale, Mississippi, put Miami back on the rap map with "Hustlin'" in 2006. Known for vivid tales of drug trafficking, his debut album "Port of Miami" and subsequent releases, including the Grammy-nominated "God Forgives, I Don't," consistently topped the Billboard charts. Through his label, Maybach Music Group, Ross boosted the careers of artists like Meek Mill and Wale. He's collaborated with big names like DJ Khaled, Kanye West, and Drake, further cementing his status in the hip-hop and pop worlds.