Nicki Minaj has been named the greatest female rapper of all time by Billboard, topping a list that features hip-hop legends such as Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, and Queen Latifah.
The list, compiled by Billboard staff, ranks Minaj as the best female rapper in history, followed by Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, Lil’ Kim, and Queen Latifah at numbers 2, 3, 4, and 5, respectively.
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, often considered rivals to Minaj, ranked outside the top 10, with Cardi B at number 11 and Megan Thee Stallion at number 15.
Despite being widely regarded as the greatest female rapper in history, Minaj has yet to win a Grammy Award, while her rivals Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion have both won Grammys in rap categories.
The top 10 list also includes MC Lyte, Salt-N-Pepa, Roxanne Shanté, Eve, and Foxy Brown, showcasing a diverse range of talented female rappers who have made significant contributions to the genre.