T.I.

Atlanta-born rapper T.I., once called "the Jay-Z of the South" by Pharrell Williams, is known for hits like "Whatever You Like" and albums such as "Paper Trail." Collaborating with artists like Young Thug and Meek Mill, he has left a mark on the Atlanta rap scene. Despite legal issues, T.I. achieved commercial success, with several Top Ten albums and Grammy nominations. He has also acted in films like Ant-Man and starred in VH1's "The Family Hustle."

Southern rapper Petey Pablo, born Moses Barrett III in Greenville, NC, rose to fame with "Raise Up" in 2001. Collaborated with Timbaland, Busta Rhymes, and Lil Jon. "Freek-a-Leek" was a platinum hit. Debut album, Diary of a Sinner, was Grammy-nominated. Legal issues paused his career till 2018's Keep on Goin'.

Paul Wall, a Texas hip-hop icon from Houston, is known for his affable, boastful rhymes and syrupy beats. Rising through the Swishahouse label, he gained fame with Mike Jones' "Still Tippin'" and solo hit "The Peoples Champ," which topped the Billboard 200. Wall's collaboration on Nelly's "Grillz" earned a Grammy nomination and bolstered his custom mouthpiece business. He continues to release music independently, collaborating with artists like Chamillionaire and Termanology, while maintaining a prolific presence in the hip-hop scene.

Chicago rap trio Do or Die rose with their 1996 hit "Po Pimp." Known for blending smooth and street styles, they've worked with R. Kelly, Kanye West, Twista, and Bun B.

2 Chainz, born Tauheed Epps in College Park, Georgia, is a Grammy-winning Southern hip-hop and trap artist. Known for his distinctive style, clever wordplay, and charismatic persona, he gained fame with hits like "No Lie" and "Birthday Song". His albums include "Based on a T.R.U. Story" and "Pretty Girls Like Trap Music". He has collaborated with numerous artists, including Drake, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne, and is recognized for his engaging touring and "Most Expensivest" series.