Lil Wayne with Cordae, Jacquees, 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.

Atlanta-native Jacquees, known as the self-proclaimed "King of R&B," rose with hits like "B.E.D." and "You." His debut, "4275," went platinum, and he collaborated with Birdman.