Detroit rapper Skilla Baby shared his thoughts on who the best rapper from Detroit is during a recent episode of the Wondery podcast, “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer.” Host Keke Palmer asked Skilla for his opinion on whether Eminem holds the title of the best Detroit rapper, to which Skilla responded that while Eminem may have the numbers, he is not regarded as such in the city.
Skilla pointed out that Detroit has seen many artists take their turn in the spotlight, including Sada Baby, Tee Grizzley, 42 Dugg, Babyface Ray, Veeze, Baby Smoove, Big Kizz, and Rocaine. While acknowledging Eminem’s record sales, Skilla emphasized that the city does not currently consider him the best rapper.
Interestingly, Skilla mentioned that despite Eminem’s commercial success, no one in Detroit is currently playing his music. He expressed his appreciation for Eminem as an artist but highlighted the city’s lack of consistency in determining who the best rapper is.
Skilla’s opinion provides a fresh perspective on the Detroit rap scene, emphasizing the importance of local recognition and consistency in being regarded as the top artist. The conversation between Skilla and Keke Palmer offers insights into the city’s diverse music landscape and challenges conventional notions of success in the industry. Check out the video below to watch their full discussion.