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Rick Ross hustled hard in 2011, building a hip-hop empire in his Maybach Music Group imprint, shining through features on countless hit singles, and transforming himself into hip-hop royalty en route to being crowned MTV’s No. 1 “Hottest MC in the Game.”

Touring through the year as part of Lil Wayne’s “I Am Still Music” tour, Rozay was simultaneously promoting MMG’s Self-Made Vol. 1 compilation album while recording his fifth-studio LP God Forgives, I Don’t. Two in-flight seizures in October were proven “minor setbacks,” as Ross answered the delay of his solo album with the release of the stellar Rich Forever mixtape to cap a truly magnificent year in the life of a Bawse.

Author: @illLetterC

Drake undeniably made “headlines” with his sophomore album Take Care, selling over one million units. With the success of his cross-genre flow of hip-hop and R&B, Drizzy’s proven that he is a game changer who is here to stay. For that, he has earned himself the title of MTV’s No. 2 “Hottest MC in the Game.”

Author: @danaenayswag

Kanye West’s 2011 was more beautiful and less of a dark, twisted fantasy as the hip-hop super-producer headlined Coachella before returning to helm the boards on some of the year’s biggest hits. Yeezy continued to challenge hip-hop conventions by teaming up with his “big brother” Jay-Z to record the game-changing album Watch the Throne, touring with Hova through the holidays and ballin’ his way to No. 3 on MTV’s “Hottest MCs in the Game” list.

Author: @illLetterC

Nicki Minaj made her moments last a lifetime in 2011, accompanying Lil Wayne and Britney Spears on their highly-successful tours, simultaneously releasing chart-topping singles and solidifying herself as a mainstay in both hip-hop and pop music consciousness. Moving up a spot from her 2010 standings, the Harajuku Barbie claims the No. 5 spot on MTV’s “Hottest MCs in the Game” list.

Author: @illLetterC

After spending the majority of 2010 in the penitentiary, Lil Wayne turned to the pen in 2011, only this time to free his thoughts and write his chart-topping album Tha Carter IV. Throw in one of the highest-grossing concert tours of the year in the “I Am Still Music” tour, and you have millions of reasons why Weezy has been named MTV’s No. 5 “Hottest MC in the Game.”

Author: @illLetterC

Meek Mill has yet to release a solo album, but his Dreamchasers mixtape and contributions to the Self Made Vol. 1 compilation set the tone for the streets in 2011. Establishing himself as a key element in the rise of Rick Ross’ MMG empire, the Philadelphia rapper has been honored as MTV‘s No. 7 “Hottest MC In The Game.”

Author: @Jrbelcher310
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

Wiz Khalifa continues to connect with his fans. Hard on the heels of writing a 647-word letter, the captain of the Taylor Gang prompted his Twitter followers to ask him about his upcoming mixtape Taylor Allderdice, the precursor to his sophomore album O.N.I.F.C. See some of the Q&A below.

Author: @MuziksMyLife

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After a fierce battle, Wiz Khalifa claims the No. 9 spot on MTV’s “Hottest MCs In The Game” countdown. With the success of his major label debut Rolling Papers, a sold-out world tour, and rabid fan following, 2011 proved to be an incredibly lucrative year for the Taylor Gang general. While originally ranked No. 8, a heated round-table discussion resulted in Wiz and tourmate Big Sean swapping spots, with Sean now occupying the No. 8 position.

Author: @illLetterC
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

2 Chainz, Tyga, and Mac Miller share the cover of The Source‘s February/March issue, which hits newsstands on February 21. Along with Kendrick Lamar, who will also be featured in the spread, the “Rack City” rapper, Most Dope general, and Def Jam’s newest acquisition all sat down with the magazine to explain how they reached their respective levels of success.

Author: @jesseren7
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

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Big Sean broke the mold in 2011, redefining Detroit hip-hop with the long-awaited release of his debut album Finally Famous. The G.O.O.D. Music rapper, who spent almost the entire year touring the world, has been honored as MTV’s No. 9 “Hottest MC In The Game.”

UPDATE: No. 8

Author: @illLetterC
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

Less than 24 hours removed from music’s biggest night, Wiz Khalifa has sent a smoke signal to his fans. Expressing his gratitude for their support, the captain of the Taylor Gang goes on to address recent fashion choices and the creative direction of his upcoming album O.N.I.F.C., as well as its precursor Taylor Allderdice.

Author: @illLetterC
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

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Wale’s Ambition has paid off, as he’s been named MTV’s No. 10 “Hottest MC In The Game.” After signing to Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group imprint last year, Mr. Folarin has certainly become more focused and easily earned his spot on the coveted list.

Author: @illLetterC
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

The mystery is solved. Wiz Khalifa has revealed the meaning behind the title of his upcoming sophomore album. Ever since announcing O.N.I.F.C., his fans had been scratching their heads trying to decode the acronym.

Author: @illLetterC
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Young Jeezy has announced dates for the Hustlerz Ambition tour. The Snowman will kick off his 22-date trek March 3 in Washington, D.C., before rocking the house in venues all across North America. See the full itinerary below.

Author: @jesseren7
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

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Kid Cudi has revealed the tracklist for WZRD, his rock album with producer Dot Da Genius. The project, due February 28, features the lead single “Teleport 2 Me, Jamie,” named after Cudi’s girlfriend Jamie Baretta. He later added, “‘The Dream Time Machine’ is gonna make you wanna take acid, in a cotton candy house, with cotton candy walls. Blue cotton candy.” See the full tracklist below.

Author: @jesseren7
Editor: @MuziksMyLife

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