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Kari Faux - This rapper/producer hailing from Little Rock, Arkansas, is a force to be reckoned with. We all remember her fire track "Gahdamn" with Childish Gambino, which was something for everyone to twerk to!Her fierce flow is unlike any other female emcee in the game right now. Her debut album Lost En Los Angeles is a combination of smooth bedroom vocals and a pure '90s just-kickin'-it feel.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

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Missy Elliott - "Missy be the name and y'all should already know!" Missy Elliott is a legend on the mic, with a string of hits like "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" to "Get Ur Freak On" to her current certified gold hit record "WTF (Where They From)" featuring Pharrell Williams. She went on a hiatus and stepped back in the ring like there was no competition. Bow down!(Photo: Tim Mosenfelder/FilmMagic)

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Olivia Dope - Olivia Dope truly lives up to her name! The NYC DJ is on the rise after working with clients such as JHud, Rita Ora, Lil' Kim, Russell Simmons and more. The Brooklyn native is sick at mixes the best of hip-hop, pop, electro, reggae, rock, R&B and house. She's also super interactive, making sure to bust out some of her signature dance moves while keeping it hot on the 1s and 2s.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

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Little Simz - This young North London rapper is bringing a whole new swag to the hip-hop arena. Her blazing creativity and top notch musicality is unmatched. (Photo: Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)

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DJ Kiss - JaKissa Taylor-Semple is a widely known DJ and personality, but most people recognize her by DJ KISS. Her undeniable musical talent paired with her performances at high-profile celebrity events makes her a top influencer in the music industry. She frequently spins for Diddy and has toured with Oprah Winfrey as her official DJ. What can get better than that?(Photo: Mark Sullivan/Getty Images for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts)

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Junglepussy - Jamaican/Trinidadian rapper Junglepussy got her start when her first mixtape Satisfaction Guaranteed gained some serious traction. Most recently, she's shared with the world her latest full-length project Pregnant With Success. Her music is cool, brash and effortless, much like herself.(Photo: Junglepu__y via Youtube)

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Jasmine Solano - Jasmine has done it all, from touring worldwide as half of the DJ party duo Electric Punanny to hosting her own TV series Scratch the Surface on MTV to her most recent Adidas Women campaign. Her career is unfolding very nice. She's worked with a range of clients including MTV, Apple, SONY, NYLON Magazine, Topshop, Sundance Film Festival and even Nike. Top talents such as Beyoncé and Wiz Khalifa have even recruited her services.(Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Burton Snowboards)

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Leaf - Brooklyn's finest, Leaf is not here to play games! Her new track "Nada" with Lil Yachty is fire! She's all about empowering her fellow females.(Photo: Leaf via Instagram)

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Dominique Young Unique - She's all about the music and embracing the hip-hop culture! Dominique Young Unique brings a unique energy and serious rap skills that makes her an undeniable top pick amongst female emcees.(Photo: C Brandon/Redferns via Getty Images)

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Tkay Maidza - Tkay Maidza is on the scene making waves! She's unafraid to conquer this music territory and she's clearly got the talent after scoring the nomination for "Best International Artist" at the BET Awards. (Photo: Cassandra Hannagan/Getty Images)

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Chynna Rogers - Philly's finest comes to the stage guns blazing! She's down to get dirty with the big boys and her cadence is absolutely insane. Her lyricism is absolute flames! Rest in peace if you try to compete.  (Photo: Chynna via Instagram)

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