Music1991–present
Busta Rhymes
Brooklyn rapper known for his lightning-fast delivery and theatrical energy — one of the most technically gifted rappers of his era and a consistent hitmaker across four decades.
Origin
East Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York
Genre
Hip-HopRap
Pantheon Standing
| List Name | Rank | Combined |
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| Top 50 Hip Hop Artists of All Time | — | — |
The Cultural Record
Discography
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The Big Bang2006
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Dillagence: Busta Rhymes + J Dilla: Unmixed Key Cuts EP2007
EP & MixtapeExtinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God2020
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Year of the Dragon2012
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Anarchy 22012
Rank History
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