Lil Wayne with Mannie Fresh, JUVENILE, and more

Born in New Orleans, Lil Wayne is known for his inventive style and prolific output in Southern hip-hop. Starting at 12 with Hot Boys, he achieved solo success with "Tha Block Is Hot." His album "Tha Carter III" won three Grammys, featuring hits like "Lollipop." Collaborating with DJ Khaled, Drake, and others, his works include chart-toppers "I'm the One" and "Sucker for Pain." Despite legal issues, Wayne topped charts with "Tha Carter V," and his mixtape "Tha Fix Before Tha VI" kept him relevant. He's a notable force in hip-hop, claiming the "best rapper alive" title.

New Orleans rapper Juvenile rose to fame with the Hot Boys and his 2004 hit "Slow Motion." Known for Southern hip-hop and bounce, he's collaborated with Lil Wayne and Mannie Fresh. His platinum albums include *400 Degreez* and *Tha G-Code*. He started UTP Records and his 2006 album *Reality Check* addressed Hurricane Katrina.

Born in New Orleans, B.G. gained fame as a rapper with Cash Money Records, especially for the hit "Bling Bling." Known for collaborations with Lil Wayne and Mannie Fresh, he formed Chopper City Records and released several albums, achieving platinum status with "Chopper City in the Ghetto" and with Hot Boys' "Guerrilla Warfare." B.G.'s unique style and influence helped define an era of Southern rap.

New Orleans rapper Turk, of Hot Boys fame, debuted with Cash Money Records in 1996. Known for hits like "Young and Thuggin'," he collaborated with Juvenile and Lil Wayne. His "Drink Champs" interview revitalized his career, amassing over 1 million views.

Big Tymers, formed in 1997 in New Orleans, features Bryan "Birdman" Williams and Byron "Mannie Fresh" Thomas. Icons in Southern hip-hop, they're known for hits like “Still Fly” and “#1 Stunna.” Their style, merging Mannie Fresh's production and Birdman’s bold persona, has greatly influenced hip-hop culture.