19. MC Lyte
In what was a male-dominated industry, MC Lyte (Lana Moorer) emerged as one of the earliest (and most respected) female rappers on the East Coast. Her music is chock-full of energy. Whether it be her lyrical construction — or musical arrangement — MC Lyte provided more than a few hits. “Lyte as a Rock” is arguably her crown jewel.
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