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In celebration of the day and the people that protect this country, XXL highlights nine rappers who have served in the military.

Not great.

These clapbacks are better than the songs they responded to.

New hip-hop heat this week.

Over in a flash.

How'd your favorite rapper score on the rap report card?

The soundtrack of 2011.

These rappers had some awkward moments that are forever remembered.

Welcome to the candy shop.

The year 2000 featured some classic rap albums.

From Lil Wayne's Tha Carter II to 50 Cent's The Massacre, 2005 gave birth to plenty of respected rap releases.

A look back at some of the greats.