10) Wale: DC-based rapper Wale may be adopting a tougher stance now that he’s on Rick Ross’s Maybach label. But he has reputation for heartfelt rhymes about relationships. (Getty Images)

9) Lil Wayne: Wayne’s big hit “How to Love” really went a long way to endear him to the ladies and made a lot of hardcore rap fans scratch their heads. (AP Photo/Dave Martin, file)

8) Lupe Fiasco: Fiasco is no stranger to letting his emotions get the best of him — especially when he enters the realm of politics. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

7) Diddy: Besides “I’ll Be Missing You”, check out Puff’s attempt at singing on his Zeppelin-sampling song “Come With Me”. Pass this man a tissue. (Getty Images)

6) Lil B: This alternative rapper is so comfortable with himself he called his first official album I’m Gay, even though he’s straight. His ‘Based’ philosophy is all about positive vibes. (Getty Images)

ATLANTA, GA – NOVEMBER 17: Common arrives at Centric’s 3rd Annual Soul Train Awards at the Fox Theatre, November 17, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

4) Kid Cudi: Arguably the most depressed stoner in the history of music — Kid Cudi has changed the game with his introspective style. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage for BACARDI)

3) LL Cool J: Quite possibly the godfather of emo rap — his slow jams “I Need Love” and “Hey Lover” were mocked initially by his harder edged fans but they’ve since become a blueprint for crossover success. (AP Photo)

2) Drake: Drizzy Drake’s music is awash is moody melodies and heartbroken lyrics. Who knew that being sad could sound this good? (Getty Images)

1) Kanye West: The king of rap cries — he devoted an entire album, the polarizing 808’s and Heartbreak to emotional state of mind. His outbursts are legendary, as is his soft streak. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)