i rekn rap from the late 80's and early to mid 90's was the best... most of the shit these days isnt that good... in fact, the only rappers that became big in the late 90's or early 2000's are DMX, Eminem, and Xzibit... most of the others aint that good (altho there are a few, lyk proof from d12.. i hope royce da 5'9 goes big)