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Sage Francis:
He made some music with Art Official Intelligence, listen to that, it's his best work.

Lupe fiasco:
Overrated, but good
Listen to: Both his albums to get a grasp on his flow.

2pac:
He rapped then died, he's not actually that good. The Cobain of rap.
Listen to: a different rapper

Bone Thugs N Harmony:
They've been around forever, but haven't done anything THAT good.
Listen to: Strength and Loyalty

Gym Class Heroes:
The Fall Out Boy of rap,they're pretty good, but I doubt they'll get any votes.
Listen to: The Papercut Chronicles

Mickey Avalon:
I don't think this was a serious nominatian.

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