18 Rappers Who Deserve To Have Their Own TV Shows

Endorsement deals are just the tip of the iceberg in hip-hop these days—from Mac Miller to T.I., nearly every rapper has been snagging his or her own TV show. And with Rick Ross joining the cast of Starz's upcoming series Magic City, it looks like more and more of hip-hop's finest plan on taking their talents to the small screen.

Now, XXL has compiled a list of 18 rappers that we'd love to see get their own TV shows.

Cam'ron

Killa's show could be about him and his girlfriend Juju—who recent made a hilarious Vine movie together—living together and building their relationship, when Cousin Bang comes to live with them and hijinks ensue. It'd be like You, Me And Dupree, except the Dupree character would frequently pull out guns and eat Cam's chicken without asking.

Diddy

While Diddy's had multiple television shows in his career, the Bad Boy mogul is more than deserving of a sitcom. He's shown that he's got a great funny bone in Get Him To The Greek, why not let him helm his own comedy?

Action Bronson

Of course, Bronson's show would have to involve cooking—his history as a line chef needs to be capitalized on somehow. But Bronson's also a genuinely hilarious person, which would make his cooking show even better to watch. Rap game Julia Childs.

Ghostface Killah

Whether it's fully intentional or not, Ghostface is one of hip-hop's funniest MCs—just watch the accompanying videos to his The World According to Pretty Toney book for proof. Someone needs to give Ghost a late night-style show and let him get his Johnny Carson on.

Childish Cambino

Not only is Donald Glover one of the stand-out stars on NBC's Community, but he also put in work as a writer during the best years of the criminally underrated 30 Rock. It just makes sense that Childish deserves his own comedy program.

Shyne

With all the complaining Shyne's done about Kendrick Lamar's debut, Drake's career and such, we could see the former Bad Boy easily take over for Andy Rooney on 60 Minutes.

Waka Flocka Flame

Flocka's made a career off of his raucous trapped-out music and wild live shows—the fact that he hasn't already gotten a reality show is mind boggling. But the Atlanta MC's interviews show he's got a good sense of humor that would helped him transition into the world of TV.

Joe Budden

Yes, Jump-Off Joe basically already has his own show with Love & Hip-Hop: New York, but the New Jersey MC's drama-heavy life is primed for a solo series. Stick to the same Love & Hip-Hop formula, throw in a few Slaughterhouse recording sessions, and you've got a hit reality series on deck.

Joey Bada$$ & Pro Era

Joey already rolls squad deep nearly wherever he goes, and from everything XXL's seen of the Brooklyn rhymer, the Pro Era crew has a great report. Put a few cameras on the team and let them run wild—it's a sure-fire forumla that will make for great TV.

Drake

We're not advocating that Drizzy bring back Wheelchair Jimmy—teen soaps aren't really a good look for any kind of rapper. But Drake's no slouch when it comes to delivering dialogue, so it'd be nice to see him get his own program.

Wale

Dude's already got The Mixtape About Nothing, Wale just needs the show to go full Seinfeld on the rap game.

RiFF RaFF

In addition to his insightful film reviews for XXL, RiFF's been absolutely owning everything to do with Vine as of late. He's a star in the making, and all he needs is his own weekly platform and America would tune in.

N.O.R.E.

N.O.R.E. already holds the distinction as the best interview subject in hip-hop—let's turn the tables and let the C-N-N MC conduct the interviews. He's got more than enough of a personality to host his own talk show.

Black Hippy

The West Coast foursome holds it down as one of the most personable and cohesive line-ups in modern hip-hop. A reality show that takes a look into Kendrick Lamar, ScHoolboy Q, Ab-Soul and Jay Rock's behind the scenes relationships would be amazing to watch.

Kanye West

Forget guest starring on Keeping Up With The Kardashians, Yeezy needs his own TV show. But given his personal antics and recent music, there's probably little chance that 'Ye would be down to let cameras follow his every step.

Pharrell

With over two decades in hip-hop, the fact that Skateboard P has already gotten his own show on TV is pretty shocking. But it'd be better late than never to give P his own television program.

Snoop Dogg

Snoop's obviously no stranger to starring in his own TV show—Snoop Dogg's Father Hood already has the distinction of being one of hip-hop's best reality shows. But there's no reason that Adult Swim hasn't already picked up Snoop's GGN News Network Internet show for TV.

Mos Def

Back when Chapelle's Show was still on the air in the early-to-mid 2000's Mos Def killed it with hilarious guest appearances on a host of skits. XXL—and probably a lot more fans, too—would love to see Mighty Mos return to the small screen in a comedic program.