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A list of female rappers and women known for their skills on the mic. Since the early days of hip-hop, women have taken a large part in crafting the genre's overall tone and sound. Though hip-hop music is commonly associated with misogynist lyrics and a glorification of male-exclusive camaraderie, there have always been women taking part as well, off-setting this attitude with a steely, seen-it-all perspective of their own. Sometimes, women would make up a part of a successful rap group, such as Digable Planets. But just as often, women would pursue their own solo rap careers, often with the assistance or stewardship of an established male rap act. (For example, Bahamadia got an early boost in the '90s from Gang Starr's Guru. Lil' Kim, as well, was mentored in the rap game by none other than the late Biggie Smalls himself.)

As of today, many ladies who rap are just as notable and get just as much buzz for new releases as men, and the female MC is an accepted part of mainstream hip-hop culture. So much so, in fact, that more recent female hip-hop acts like Kreayshawn and Iggy Azalea are more like commentaries on the place for women in rap culture.
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    Folk music, Soul music, Alternative hip hop More
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    Dance music, Rhythm and blues, Soul music More
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    Soul music, Jazz, Hip hop music More
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    Rhythm and blues, Hip hop music, Contemporary R&B
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    Pop music, Hip hop music, Contemporary R&B More
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    Hip hop music
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    Pop music, Hip hop music, Contemporary R&B More
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    Dancehall, Hip hop music, East Coast hip hop More
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    Pop music, Hip hop music, East Coast hip hop More
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    Hip hop music, Hardcore hip hop
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    Hip hop music
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    Hip hop music, Contemporary R&B, Hardcore hip hop More
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    The Lady of Rage

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    Hip hop music, Gangsta rap
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    Hip hop music, New jack swing
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    Hip hop music
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    Hip hop music, Nerdcore hip hop
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    Alternative hip hop, Hip hop music, Jazz rap
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    Folk music, Alternative rock, Electronic music More
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    Hip hop music
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    Alternative hip hop, Hip hop music, Trip hop
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    Estelle

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    Hip hop music, Gangsta rap, West Coast hip hop
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    Hip hop music
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    Rhythm and blues, Hip hop music
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    J. J. Fad

    Hip hop music
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    Heather B. Gardner

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    Queen Pen

    Hip hop music
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    Hip hop music, Southern rap
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    Hip hop music, Rap music, Reggaeton More
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    Hip hop music
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    Pop music, Hip hop music, Contemporary R&B More
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    MC Trouble

    Rhythm and blues, Hip hop music
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    Rhythm and blues, Dancehall, Hip hop music More
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    Sister Souljah

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    Hip hop music, East Coast hip hop
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    Rock music, Soul music, Jazz More
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    Tekitha Washington

    Soul music, Hip hop music
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    Hurricane G

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    Psalm One

    Hip hop music
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    Passion

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    Passion is a new American female rapper and producer born in Detroit, Michigan.

    Passion first entered the music scene in 1997, releasing the song, "Boss Chicks" on an independent label. In 2002, Passion became known in the urban music scene when she won third place in her first rap battle at the Detroit "Hip-Hop Olympics".

    During that time she appeared on many songs as a solo artist, until 2003 when she became a member of the Detroit rap group D-Girlz. In 2003, D-Girlz released their first album "City Slickin'" with the club song "Drunk in Da Club" in Detroit. After gaining attention as a group, D-Girlz released two mixtapes: "Raw & Uncut" Vol. 1 and 2. After traveling across the country to Miami, D-Girlz released their first radio single produced by Grammy Award winning composer Khari 'Needlz' Cain titled, "Doin' The Most". After the release, the title became a household phrase in urban music.

    In 2008, Passion relocated west to Las Vegas, NV. She began working with 719 Management, headed by Janet Howard, her mother and well known business woman in Michigan. In the fall of 2010, she produced and released her first solo album titled, "Redeye", along with music producer Dee Sirrom. The project featured the singles: "Lovin' My Swagg", "Get Up on Game", and "Supa Soaka" featuring vocal artist Christal Monique. She was responsible for 50% of the overall production and music, and wrote 100% of the lyrics on the project. The music was broadcasted in various cities nationwide, including: Las Vegas, Atlanta, New York, and Los Angeles. In 2011, the Michigan State Men's volleyball team used "Supa Soaka" as their team theme song. Since 2010, Passion has remained in top 10 rappers of Las Vegas and the top 50 artists in the Las Vegas area in all genres (according to reverbnation.com).

    Most recently from 2011-2012, Passion was an on-air personality with Rock Candy Radio, an online radio station that broadcasted worldwide. Since the closing of the company Passion is preparing a new independent mixtape and second solo album. The titles have not yet been released to the public, but both projects are scheduled to be released in the first quarter of 2013. In addition the rapper is the owner/partner of several different online business ventures focusing on marketing, app/website/software development, social media, and video production, and promotions.


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    Apani B

    Hip hop music, Rap music
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    Cha Cha

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    Shortie No Mass

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    Nonchalant

    Hip hop music
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    1. Dane Goelz
      Female Rappers at 8/02/2012 2:30 AM
      female rappers Sure!
    2. Mindu
      Female Rappers at 5/28/2012 8:18 AM
      Nicki Minaj, you have to be kidding me. she is so untalented. Dessa should be a lot higher

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