The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul. Mary J. Blige has worn the crown for decades, and deservedly so. From the onset, Mary’s relationship with Hip-Hop has been effortless and natural, and it’s obvious that her love of the genre is an authentic extension of her musicality.
Over the years, a MJB feature has become a sign of a rapper’s ability to draw a hardcore R&B crowd without forsaking their own audience, and no matter who she’s collaborating with, she always brings her expressive, soulful energy.
An all-time great, Mary has inspired a generation of singers and rappers alike. Here are 10 of her dopest Hip-Hop collaborations.