Creating a list of T.I.’s best songs is no easy task. The Atlanta rapper has had a long and successful career over the past decade transforming himself from underground legend to international superstar. In the midst of all of his success he has had several run-ins with the law and spent a stretch in prison for weapons charges which also coincided with the release of perhaps his best album 2008’s Paper Trail. Paper Trail featured hit singles such as Whatever You Like and the smash single Live Your Life featuring Rhianna. Sure the time spent locked up may have slowed down T.I.’s momentum but don’t underestimate the King of the South who put out his latest album No Mercy in 2010 which was a solid effort to remind everyone that he is still in the game and when he is focused T.I. is amongst the best rappers currently putting out music. The following is only a short list of the top T.I. songs ever but it is a good mix for you to start with and then further explore his work. Like any other best of lists this is just a matter of my opinion so take it for what it is worth and go find out what you like for yourself.
24’s, Trap Muzik- 24’s was a street anthem upon its release and has been featured in video games such as Need for Speed (if memory serves me correctly). The great thing about 24’s is you can still throw it on today in your car and it will have the same effect of getting you hyped up as it did all of those years ago. Definitely one of T.I.’s top songs.
I’m Straight, King- I’m Straight wasn’t a popular radio song or even a single but it is one of his top efforts. You can take away all of the fame and money from rap and T.I. explains why everything will still be all good because he can always take it back to the streets. It’s crazy to think about how close he actually was to losing everything.
No Matter What, Paper Trail- Absolutely fantastic song about facing adversity and coming out of it all stronger. One of his most personal songs and Tip does his thing on here.
ASAP, Urban Legend- Another song for the streets. Catchy and goes hard in your system.
What You Know, King- Massive single off of King and easily makes the best of his catalog.
