>I got this point. And that's why I say you really can't
>compare the totality of artist (GOAT convos) of artist from
>different eras. For example, I think DaBaby is more
>technically proficient than say Run from Run DMC, but we all
>know Run is a more important and has a higher GOAT status than
>DaBaby because of influence, originating, groundbreaking
>material.
>
>I mean I can't think of an artist more technically proficient
>than Eminem, but he isn't anywhere near my top 10 favorite
>rappers.
>

Different eras usually brings about a change in music in most genres, but you can have a GOAT based off of impact, originality, and longevity. My thought on who was the best lyricist could differ from who I think the best overall artist was.


>>So you only spoke to the rap issue, but not jazz or soul
>huh?
>
> Don't know Jazz enough to speak on it. Soul-wise I would say
>Chaka Kahn is a better singer than any woman singing today. I
>think Marvin Gaye can out sing anyone today. Regardless of
>what a person's soul music preferences are, I think if you
>judged based on the technical proficiency of singing, people
>would have to agree.
>

Singers bring in a lot more factors than rappers when making that determination. You can actually not be the best sounding singer, but still end up being the best singer.