Drake. I realize he's not a great rapper, he's not very hood, he's not hardcore, and he's basically just a cutie-pie for college kids and stuff. But if you listen to him as an RnB artist, he really ain't bad. He's "just the right amount of dangerous", if you will. Plus the production on his music by the producer "40" is really unique, unlike anything else on the radio. Very atmospheric and moody, more Aphex Twin than Timbaland. It blows my mind that he was able to get anything on the radio sounding like he does, though none of his radio singles are produced by 40 so that's probably why. If you've heard him and like what you hear, check the lesser known tracks "9am in Dallas", and "Successful", and check out "Unforgettable", "The Resistance" and "Cece's Interlude" from the album "Thank Me Later". Great stuff, and really different.