Busta Rhymes is hip-hop's energy god. Originally part of Leaders of the New School, the Long Island-raised rapper was earmarked for solo success after his high-octane raps inevitably stole the show on group songs. His debut album, 1996's The Coming, reached platinum status and featured production from Q-Tip and J Dilla, while ensuing projects would be headed up by a series of undeniable club bangers. Beyond a body of work that includes a stint on Dr. Dre's Aftermath imprint, Bus also remains in demand whenever an R&B artist is looking for a hype guest verse.