If you like Tupac Shakur, try these artists

If you like Tupac Shakur, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

New to Tupac Shakur? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Dr. Dre

Dr. Dre

Guide

Shared genres: G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap

G-funk West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap
Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg

Shared genres: G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap

G-funk West Coast hip-hop contemporary R&B
Nas

Nas

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Shared genres: conscious hip-hop, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop boom bap
Brotha Lynch Hung

Brotha Lynch Hung

Shared genres: G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap

G-funk West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap
Kool Keith

Kool Keith

Shared genres: conscious hip-hop, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop abstract hip-hop alternative hip-hop
T.I.

T.I.

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Shared genres: gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

Atlanta hip-hop Southern hip-hop dirty south
Too Short

Too Short

Shared genres: G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap

G-funk West Coast hip-hop crunk
Lil Jon

Lil Jon

Shared genres: gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

Atlanta hip-hop Southern hip-hop crunk

Common questions

Who sounds like Tupac Shakur?

Artists similar to Tupac Shakur include Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Nas and Brotha Lynch Hung. Each shares elements of Tupac Shakur's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Tupac Shakur?

Tupac Shakur is primarily known for gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop and West Coast hip-hop. Pulsating rhythms underpin a blend of urgency and introspection, where sharp lyrical edges cut through expansive grooves to create an infectious yet contemplative movement.

Where should I start if I like Tupac Shakur?

If you enjoy Tupac Shakur, start with Dr. Dre — their album "The Chronic" is a great entry point. Shared genres: G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap