That’s right, statistics don’t lie and someone really thought it through and Drake has proven it. Billboard has revealed that Drake is officially the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the Century. We’re talking 20+ years of music (2000 to date). That’s two whole decades. And Drake is still at the top of a list that includes Usher, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Chris Brown, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, and Eminem… almost everyone. The amazing thing is that Drake has surpassed everyone as the No.1 Artist.

Why Drake?

Look, say what you want about this guy, but he’s everywhere. No matter how he started out, Drake is now a household name. Since “Best I Ever Had”, he’s never been out of the spotlight. He blends rap and R&B in a way that makes it look effortless, but nobody else does it like that.

Is Drake number one on the Billboard rankings because of hip-hop or because he blends that R&B vibe? Or is there something else going on? Influence-wise? But commercially? Drake owns that territory. You can’t deny it, even if you want to.

Billboard’s Top 10

Drake

Beyoncé

The Weeknd

Chris Brown

Usher

Lil Wayne

Jay-Z

Rihanna

Eminem

Alicia Keys

This list isn’t just for rappers, it’s a whole mix of voices that have shaped the last two decades. To be honest, seeing Alicia Keys on there reminds me of how popular her music was in the early 2000s. Plus these are all the names making headlines nowadays, and Drake is leading the pack.

Culture Side Note – Jewelry & Lifestyle

Hip-hop is everywhere these days and it’s impossible to talk about it without talking about its lifestyle. You see most of the hip-hop legends wearing chains, watches, snow-covered everything and so much more and the funny thing is that people like Jack Doherty also follow the same vibe. He’s not a rapper but man, look at his style. Big diamond pendants, shiny watches, amazing pieces. Young fans love it because Jack Doherty jewelry doesn’t just offer decoration but also style and luxury.

Final Thoughts

Well, there’s a debate going on because it’s hard for people to choose, but the truth is that Drake is the No.1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist. And Billboard saying Drake is No. 1 just reflects what we’ve seen for years.

And today, hip-hop is not just about beats or bars, it’s a lifestyle and a culture. So Drake being on top… seems inevitable.