2 Berry Gordy(Record Executive)

3 Jay-Z(One of the Most Influential Hip-Hop Artists in History)
Jay-Z is an American rapper and songwriter and is one of the world's best-selling music artists. His debut album Reasonable Doubt was hugely successful in 1996 and since then he has gone on to release many more acclaimed and successful albums. He has been charged with assaulting a record executive and was given a three-year probation sentence in January 2000.
4 ASAP Rocky(Member of The Hip-Hop Collective 'A$AP Mob')
5 Sean Combs(Rapper and Record Producer Known for His Albums: ‘No Way Out’ , ‘Forever’ and ‘Press Play’)
6 Lionel Richie(Co-Lead Singer Of Funk Band The Commodores)
Lionel Richie is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and composer whose work with the band Commodores and his solo career established him as a successful balladeer of the 1980s. Having sold more than 90 million records, Lionel Richie is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Also a philanthropist, Richie helped raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
7 Tyler, The Creator(Co-Founder of The Alternative Hip Hop Group 'Odd Future')
8 Akon(Solo R&B and Hip-Hop Artist to Hold Both No.1 & No.2 Position at Billboard Hot 100 Simultaneously Twice)
Akon is one of the most successful R&B, hip hop and rap singers in the world. His albums Trouble, Konvicted, Freedom, El Negreeto and Akonda have many chartbusters songs. He has also founded record labels Akonik Label Group, KonLive Distribution and Konvict Mizik. He courted controversy in 2007 for an onstage act involving simulated sex with a 15-year-old girl.
9 Kid Cudi(Rapper who Rose to Fame with His Debut Mixtape 'A Kid Named Cudi')
10 Erykah Badu(Singer-Songwriter Know for Her Singles like "On & On," "Honey," and "The Healer.")
Widely regarded as the queen of neo-soul, Erykah Badu is an American singer-songwriter whose debut studio album Baduizm helped popularize neo-soul in the late-1990s. Thanks to her popularity, Erykah Badu serves as a subject for street art in several places, including Greater London, England. Also an actress, Badu has appeared in popular films, such as The Cider House Rules.
11 will.i.am(Rapper)
12 André 3000(Rapper)

13 Luther Vandross(Singer)
Luther Vandross was an American record producer and singer-songwriter. As a background vocalist, Vandross contributed to the success of several songs recorded by artists like David Bowie, Diana Ross, and Judy Collins. Regarded as a singer with one of the greatest voices in recorded history, Luther Vandross' works have influenced many artists like D'Angelo, Jaheim, Ne-Yo, John Legend, and Usher.
14 T-Pain(Rapper who Popularized Auto-Tune pitch Correction Effect)
15 Master P(Rapper)

16 Busta Rhymes(Rapper)

17 Isaac Hayes(Singer-songwriter)

18 Eve(Rapper)

19 MC Ren(Rapper, Songwriter, Record producer)

20 Tech N9ne(Rapper)
21 Pusha T(Rapper)

22 DJ Yella(Rapper)
23 Randy Jackson(Bassist)
24 Wyclef Jean(Haitian Rapper Who is a Member of the New Jersey Hip Hop group 'Fugees')
Wyclef Jean is a Haitian musician, actor, and rapper. This Grammy Award-winning musician garnered national attention when his efforts to raise relief funds to aid the victims of the 2010 Haitian earthquake through his charitable organization Yéle Haiti were questioned as reports suggested that Jean retained the money for his own benefit. The organization has been the subject of controversy.
25 PartyNextDoor(Singer-Songwriter Known for His Albums ‘PartyNextDoor ‘ and ‘PNDColours’)
PartyNextDoor is a Canadian rapper, singer, and record producer. He grew up listening to rappers, such as Jodeci, Boyz II Men, Blackstreet, and 112 and was inspired to pursue a career in music. His first mixtape was a moderate hit. Since then, he has released a few albums and several singles. He has been nominated for the Grammy Awards twice.
26 Davido(Singer-Songwriter)
27 Coolio(Rapper Best Known for His Singles ‘Gangsta's Paradise’ and ‘My Soul’)
28 Questlove(Musician)

29 Macy Gray(Singer-songwriter)

30 Prince(Singer-songwriter & Multi-instrumentalist)
Singer-songwriter, dancer, and musician, Prince is is widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation. He was considered a guitar virtuoso and could also play several other instruments. With worldwide sales of over 150 million records, he is ranked among the best-selling music artists of all time. He was also well known for his flamboyant persona.
31 Heavy D(Leader of Heavy D & the Boyz, he was a popular rapper through much of the 1990s.)

32 The Weeknd(Best Known for Singles "Can't Feel My Face" and "The Hills")
One of the most successful Canadian recording artists, singer-songwriter, the Weeknd, holds several chart records and has won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards. Despite a difficult childhood marred by drug abuse and violence, he persevered and worked hard to emerge as a beloved music star. He is actively involved in philanthropy.
33 Big Boi(Rapper)

34 Lupe Fiasco(Rapper)

35 Leon Bridges(Singer-songwriter)

36 Curtis Mayfield(Singer, Guitarist)
37 The-Dream(Singer, songwriter, and record producer)

38 Ike Turner(Soul-Music Star and Rock 'n' Roll Pioneer)

39 Lil Jon(Rapper)
40 Maurice White(Singer)
41 Q-Tip(Rapper, Record producer)

42 Romeo Santos(Lead Member and Vocalist of the Bachata Group 'Aventura')
43 E-40(Rapper)

44 Marques Houston(Singer)

45 Jay Electronica(Rapper, Record producer)

46 apl.de.ap(known as a member of the hip hop group Black Eyed Peas.)

47 D'Angelo(Singer-songwriter)

48 DJ Jazzy Jeff(Club DJ, Disc jockey, Actor, Television actor, Record producer, Composer)

49 Ester Dean(Singer)

50 Brian McKnight(Singer-Songwriter with Thrid Most Grammy Nominations Without a Win)
Brian McKnight is a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist in R&B and soul genres. Associated with labels like Motown, Mercury, and Warner Brothers, he is known for his albums, Back at One, and Anytime. The co-writer of the song Wait also hosted radio shows.