We all have our favorite rappers that make bangers on top of bangers. But who, according to mainstream/industry standards and data, are the most certifiable hit-makers in the rap game today? This article covers the top 10 artists with the most number one hit singles going all the way back to the ’90s.
Rappers with the Most Number One Hit Singles (1992-2022)
Drake: 23 Number One Hit Singles
The first rapper on our list is Drake. This may come as no surprise, but did you know he has 23 number one singles? Even if you’re not a fan, you can’t deny the serious GOAT activity. His first hit single came in 2010, being featured on Rihanna’s “What’s My Name?” Since then, he’s repeated this success time and time over and has become the top dog in today’s scene with some careers being made off a single Drake feature.
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Lil Wayne: 11 Number One Hit Singles
Rap legend Weezy, also known as Lil Wayne, is the second rapper on our list with 11 number one hit singles. His first hit came from his electropop/rap track “Lollipop,” which marked a new generation of hip-hop music. He’s still killing the game, making music with hot artists of today like Rich The Kid.
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Ye and Diddy: 10 Number One Hit Singles
Taking the bronze on this list are Diddy and Ye. They are two OG’s who have been in the headlines for over a decade and have received a high level of respect and controversy throughout their careers. Diddy came in hot with his ’97 debut single “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down,” which spent 28 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number one. While Kanye’s first hit came in 2003, with rapper Twista and singer Jamie Foxx on “Slow Jamz.”
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50 Cent, T.I., and Bow Wow: 7 Number One Hit Singles
Down to the single digits: 50 Cent, Bow Wow, and T.I. all have seven hit singles. At first, you may be surprised to see Bow Wow up there, but the former tween superstar used to bust out some slaps. Additionally, 50 Cent and T.I. also produced fire songs back in the day and still continue to make new music with today’s biggest rappers.
Ice Cube, Cardi B, and Nelly: 6 Number One Hit Singles
Our final three artists on this list are Ice Cube, Nelly, and Cardi B. Cardi’s inclusion on our list may also come as a surprise, considering she’s only been in the rap game for about 5-7 years. But, you can’t hate as her career has been as strong as her knees. She heats up every city she’s in with that Hot Girl energy, but Ice Cube and Nelly are still out here too. Their hits like “It Was A Good Day” and “Dilemma” are still getting massive love today.
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