The artists featured on our list of the sexiest rap videos [1] of 2018 have to pay homage to the original "Nasty One": the queen of shock [2], Lil' Kim. Nicki Minaj [3] may be inspired by Princess Diana [4], but she should also hail the original queen of rap: Lil' Kim [5]. Where would Nicki and Cardi B [6] even be without her? Though Lil' Kim has accused Nicki Minaj of "identity theft," [7] we'd like to argue that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Even Queen Bey paid homage to the original Queen Bee, dressing up as Lil' Kim [8] for Halloween [9] last year. Miley Cyrus [10] also paid homage to the rapper years ago, re-creating Lil Kim's iconic fashion moment [11] at the VMAs. If Beyoncé and Miley are on board, so are we. In honour of the iconic female rapper, here are Lil' Kim's top 10 sexiest music videos of all time.
"The Jump Off" feat. Mr. Cheeks
In this music video, we've got a guest appearance by Mr. Cheeks and plenty of vintage Lil' Kim attitude.
"Whoa"
When it comes to the sexiness of this video, the song's title says it all.
"No Time" feat. Puff Daddy
This 1996 video is peak Lil' Kim. It doesn't get more '90s rap than Puff Daddy (not P. Diddy [12]) and extravagant fur coats.
"Nasty One"
It's one of the hottest music videos by a female rapper ever. Simply put, you don't know sexy until you've watched this video. [13]
"Ladies Night" by Angie Martinez, Lil' Kim, Left Eye, Da Brat, and Missy Elliott
Another dream team, the music video for this 1996 hit is heavy on the tropical vibes.
"Get Money" feat. Notorious B.I.G
There's nothing sexier than a woman taking control of her money! This classic video features skintight clothes, giant sunglasses, shirtless [14] men, and bling for days.
"No Matter What They Say"
With the sexiness of this music video, it truly doesn't matter what any of Lil' Kim's haters have to say. (We're not naming any names . . . )
"How Many Licks?" feat. Sisqo
One of the sexiest music videos by a female artist ever [15], the heat factor rivals Sisqo's other classic, "The Thong Song."
"Lady Marmalade" feat. Christina Aguilera, Mya, and Pink
This music video exploded onto the scene in 2004, accompanying one of the hottest songs from the early '00s [16]. Plus, it taught everyone the French way to ask someone to bed.
"Crush On You" feat. Lil' Cease
The Aaliyah [17] cameo makes this one of the sexiest rap videos of all time [18].