This list of the real names of rappers will inform and enlighten you, because who even knew some of the best rappers in history used a stage name? “Snoop” wasn’t his mother’s idea? Get out. Kanye West and Wyclef Jean use their given name to record their music, but most rappers use a stage name. Travis Scott, whose stage name appears generic enough to be his real name, was actually born Jacques Bermon Webster II.
1. Gucci Mane.
Not new to many of us, arguably Gucci Mane is one of most entertaining and unique rapper in current hip-hop. The Atlantic Records singer from America is known for his sweet melodies lyrics. His birth name is Radric Delantic Davis.
2. Eminem.
Marshall Bruce Mathers is Eminem’s birth name. The popular American hip-hop rapper is critically acclaimed as one of greatest rappers of all time. One of his biggest hits is ‘The Monster’.
3. Drake.
Not new to many, one of the most prolific figures in contemporary popular music known by his stage name Drake, his birth name is Aubrey Graham. The Young Money and Cash Money hip-hop star is known to be the dad of Adonis Graham.
4. Lil Uzi Vert.
Symere Bysil Woods, known professionally as Lil Uzi Vert, is rapper and hip-hop star whose hits are loved by millions of his fans. Lil Uzi is known for having many tattoos on his face.
5. Cardi B.
Unknown to many, B’s birth name is Bodak Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar Cephus, known professionally as Cardi B. She is famous American rapper known for her aggressive flow, clever punchlines and outspoken lyrics. The beautiful rapper is married to Offset.
6. Offset.
He rose to prominence as part of the top rated rap group Migos, alongside his cousin Quavo and his late first cousin Takeoff. Cardi’s husband his birth name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus.
by: Obera