Just realized I missed all the Wayne discussion, but thought I'd throw this out there. I have always found it enlightening to learn about my favorite artists' favorite artists and greatest influences. And looking at rappers who have been popping the past few years, it's pretty wild how much love they all have for Wayne.
Rappers who have referred to Wayne as the Greatest Of All Time include Young Thug, Chance The Rapper, YG, Rich Homie Quan, Shy Glizzy, Famous Dex, 03 Greedo, Maxo Kream, Juicy J, Nicki Minaj, G-Eazy, Mac Miller, Lil Skies and Lucki. I'm sure the list goes on and on, but this was just based on some quick googling.
Ty Dolla $ign, Future, Drake, Meek Mill, Dej Loaf, Lil B, Vince Staples and Ski Mask The Slump God have placed him in their Top 5 (top 2 for Future and Lil B) and Kendrick, Macklemore, 21 Savage, Migos and Rae Sremmurd all cite Wayne as a major influence on their music. Bottom line: Wayne's influence is TREMENDOUS.
Even KRS-ONE has called Wayne the GOAT lol.