Eve Names Four Female Rappers with Industry Longevity Prospects

Eve, a respected veteran rapper and the First Lady of Ruff Ryders, recently shared her perspective on the sustainability of female rappers in today's hip-hop scene during an interview on the Joe and Jada podcast. She named Doechii, Cardi B, GloRilla, and Latto as the female artists she believes have true staying power, though she also expressed skepticism that many will maintain long-term success amid what she described as a lot of "crap" in the industry. Eve's remarks reflect a broader renaissance for women in hip-hop, with more female rappers gaining prominence and competing alongside male artists. Additionally, Eve highlighted the mutual respect and recognition among female rappers, mentioning how Nicki Minaj publicly acknowledged her as a bold trendsetter, which helped ease Eve’s initial hesitation about including Minaj in her memoir. She emphasized the importance of open conversations among women in the industry to overcome insecurities and foster camaraderie. Overall, Eve’s comments underscore both the challenges and the promising talents shaping the future of female rap.