Lil Wayne with DDG and Kash & King

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.

DDG, born Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr. in Pontiac, Michigan, is an American rapper, streamer, and YouTuber. Rising from online fame, he signed with Epic Records in 2018 and co-founded Zooted Music. Known for hip-hop hits like "Moonwalking in Calabasas," he released albums "blame the chat" and "moo" in 2025, and singles like "VIBES" in 2026. He is also recognized for his livestreaming and was nominated for Streamer Awards in 2025.