Long before Drake put a spotlight on UK’s finest lyricists for his #1 album (read: playlist), it’s been well documented that hip-hop exists everywhere.

Since its Bronx beginnings, the artful genre has inspired many nations, liberating oppressed communities, giving a voice to the voiceless and allowing an avenue of creative expression.

Grab your passport, REVOLT Nation, and expand your musical taste to other parts of the globe by adding these top 10 international rappers to your playlist. See a familiar artist? Tweet to share their social ranks and give your fav a boost!

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