What Makes a Legendary Rapper Legendary?

What Does It Take to Become a Rap Legend? | Grown Man Bars Elite CriteriaIn this episode of Grown Man Bars, the premier hip hop show for adults, hosts Can't Get Right and Big Absolute delve into the key criteria that define a rap legend. They break down eight essential elements: lyrical skill, cultural impact, song making, presence, performance, longevity, peer respect, and catalog. Using examples from iconic rappers like Tupac, Scarface, KRS-One, E-40, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Queen Latifah, and many more, they debate who among them meets all eight criteria. Join them as they explore what it truly takes to achieve god-tier status in the rap game. Tune in and don't forget to like, subscribe, and check out the audio podcast on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon.00:00 Introduction to Legendary Rappers01:38 Criteria for Rap Legends01:58 Lyrical Skill: The Foundation05:01 Cultural Impact: Beyond the Music06:56 Song Making: Crafting Hits09:59 Presence: Commanding the Room13:21 Performance: The Art of the Show16:52 Longevity: Sustaining Greatness18:24 The Decline of Artists' Careers19:21 Debating Nas' Longevity21:36 LL Cool J's Consistent Career22:05 Rakim's Peer Respect23:15 Ice Cube: Respect or Fear?23:58 The Controversial Topic of Lyrical Skill26:07 The Importance of a Strong Catalog30:03 LL Cool J's Impact on Hip Hop33:11 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement