When it comes to the best-selling hip-hop artists of all time, the debate often comes down to two names: Tupac and Eminem. Both have been hugely influential in the genre, and both have had massive commercial success. But who has sold more albums?

According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), Eminem has sold 46.5 million albums in the US, while Tupac has sold 36.5 million. That puts Eminem ahead by 10 million albums, making him the best-selling hip-hop artist of all time in the US.

However, it’s important to note that these numbers only reflect album sales in the US. Worldwide, Tupac has sold more than 75 million albums, while Eminem has sold around 40 million. That puts Tupac ahead by 35 million albums, making him the best-selling hip-hop artist of all time worldwide.

But even in the US, Tupac has had a huge impact. His debut album, 2Pacalypse Now, was a critical and commercial success, and his follow-up, Me Against the World, is widely considered to be one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. He has also had a major influence on other artists, from Jay-Z to Drake.

Eminem, meanwhile, has had a huge impact on the genre. His debut album, The Slim Shady LP, was a massive success, and he has gone on to become one of the most successful and influential hip-hop artists of all time. He has also had a major influence on other artists, from 50 Cent to Kanye West.

So who has sold more albums? According to the RIAA, Eminem has sold more albums in the US, while Tupac has sold more albums worldwide. But both have had a huge impact on the genre, and both have had a major influence on other artists.

In terms of commercial success, it’s clear that both Tupac and Eminem have been hugely successful. But when it comes to the best-selling hip-hop artist of all time, the debate will likely continue for years to come.

It’s also worth noting that the RIAA’s numbers only reflect album sales. Other forms of music, such as streaming, are becoming increasingly popular, and it’s likely that these forms of music will continue to grow in popularity. This could mean that the debate over who has sold more albums could change in the future.

Overall, it’s clear that both Tupac and Eminem have had a huge impact on the genre, and both have had a major influence on other artists. But when it comes to album sales, Eminem has sold more albums in the US, while Tupac has sold more albums worldwide. Ultimately, it’s up to the listener to decide who they think is the best-selling hip-hop artist of all time.