The greatest rappers from A to ZBy John Nixon | Jun 9, 2023Print Collector/GettyImagesPrevPrev21 of 26NextNextSteven Ferdman/GettyImagesU-God (Runners up: Uncle Murda and Ugly God) U-God's gritty delivery, raw lyricism, and contributions to the Wu-Tang Clan have made him an integral part of the group's legacy.NextHome/Music
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