I have to admit, I'm a little scared of Lil' Kim (32 today). She's the rather sexually frank rapper who seems really intent on being the Cher of the new generation in terms of silly, revealing gowns at awards shows. But hey, then again, men have been naz-tee on wax for decades; why shouldn't a woman get into the act? Heck, Lil' Kim is a hero! Then again, her fame came on the considerable coattails of a former boyfriend, whose fame, talent and legend are much greater; that's not exactly girl power. I just can't decide. Anyway, who was the John to Kim's Yoko?

Notorious B.I.G.

L.L. Cool J

Chuck D

Tupac Shakur

Dr. Dre