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Ross Scarano

Ross Scarano is a writer and editor from Pittsburgh. His work has appeared in The New York Times, The Believer, The Wall Street Journal, The Ringer, GQ, and Pitchfork. Currently he is the editorial director at Complex.

Joined July 2014 | 1539 posts
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A collage of Jay-Z in various outfits, showing his style evolution over time. The background is a gradient of orange and red. Each Jay-Z represents a different era, from Reasonable Doubt to Blueprint

Jay-Z's Albums, Ranked From Worst To Best

From 'Reasonable Doubt' to 'The Blueprint', which Jay-Z album is his best? We settle the debate in our ranking of his discography.

Ross Scarano25 days ago
Some of the most stylish movies of all time include Casino, Do the Right Thing, Belly, and The Devil Wears Prada. Newcomers to the list include 2025's Sinners and Marty Supreme.

The 20 Most Stylish Movies of All Time, Ranked

Ahead of the 2026 Oscars, we look back at the most stylish movies that have ever graced the silver screen.

Ross Scarano55 days ago
Spike Lee and John Singleton, Boyz n the Hood screening

The 25 Best Black Movies of the '90s, Ranked

From 'Friday' and 'Juice' to 'Boyz n the Hood,' these are the best Black movies of the 1990s.

Ross Scarano75 days ago
Hit-Boy is wearing sunglasses, a fluffy coat, and black gloves poses with fists forward in an urban night setting. He is about to face off against Mike WiLL Made-It in VERZUZ. This is a ranking of his top 20 songs of all time.

The 20 Best Hit-Boy Songs of All Time

Hit-Boy has shaped the sound of modern rap over the past decade. Check out our ranking of his best songs before he goes head-to-head with Mike WiLL Made-It in the latest VERZUZ on January 30th.

Ross Scarano96 days ago
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The Best Rapper Alive, Every Year Since 1979

Complex is proud to present the Best Rapper Alive, Every Year Since 1979, a comprehensive look back at every year of rap and which MC moved the crowd the most.

Ross Scarano104 days ago
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Aaliyah wearing a white bandana and hoop earrings, looking confidently at the camera. Although her career was cut short, she still has an outstanding catalogue, with at least 25 great Aaliyah Songs.

The 25 Best Aaliyah Songs

January 16 marks the birthday of legendary ’90s singer Aaliyah. She would have turned 47. To honor her legacy, here are her 25 best songs of all time, including classics like “Try Again,” “I Care 4 U,” and more.

Ross Scarano109 days ago
Black and white photo of Tupac Shakur wearing a cap backward, a hoodie, and a jacket, standing in a room with a thoughtful expression.

13 New Things We Learned About Tupac From the Biography 'Only God Can Judge Me'

'Only God Can Judge Me’ is a new Tupac Shakur biography that explores his upbringing and how he became one of the most iconic rappers of all time. Here are 13 things we learned from the book.

Ross Scarano133 days ago
Four images: Brad Pitt looking up, SZA sitting on a couch, a duo with Michael B. Jordan, and a man with glasses. "Best of 2025" text.

The 10 Best Movies of 2025: From Marty Supreme to Sinners, Ranked

2025 was a standout year for film, delivering everything from massive blockbusters to intimate character studies. These are the 10 movies that defined cinema this year.

Ross Scarano151 days ago
Two vinyl records: Rihanna's "Anti" on a chair, and another with a red cover and pixelated artwork leaning against a wall.

The 50 Best Albums of the 21st Century

From Jay-Z’s 'The Blueprint' to Kanye West’s 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy' to Rihanna’s 'Anti,' these are the best albums since 2000.

Ross Scarano165 days ago
A man with a mohawk and sunglasses, wearing a military-style jacket with patches, stands confidently with arms crossed.

The 10 Most Stylish Martin Scorsese Characters of All Time

From Henry Hill to Jordan Belfort, the GOAT director has a history of making style icons.

Ross Scarano168 days ago
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How ‘The Smashing Machine’ Made Dwayne Johnson's Fight Scenes Look Real

The stunt team behind The Rock's latest blockbuster breaks down the challenges and rewards of make-believe beatdowns.

Ross Scarano214 days ago
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The Best TV Shows to Watch on Netflix Right Now

Looking for your next binge? Explore the top TV shows on Netflix this month, from fan favorites to hidden gems. Find your perfect series to stream now.

Ross Scarano237 days ago
Rap Beef

The Corniest Rap Beefs of All Time

These are the most ridiculous rap beefs that artists like Nicki Minaj, Jim Jones, Kanye West, Eminem and other rappers have had.

Ross Scarano321 days ago
A collage of Kendrick Lamar in various outfits and poses, featuring a crown of thorns and a microphone.

Kendrick Lamar's Albums, Ranked From Worst to Best

What is Kendrick Lamar's best album? We ranked them all, from 2009's 'The Kendrick Lamar EP' to 2024's 'GNX.'

Ross Scarano517 days ago
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The Best Movies on Amazon Prime (August 2023)

Discover the best films on Amazon Prime right now. From 'Minority Report' to 'The Machinist,' these are the best Amazon Prime movies worth streaming.

Ross Scarano1025 days ago
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The Best Animated Movies of All Time

From 'Toy Story' to 'Spirited Away' to 'Finding Nemo,' 'The Lion King', and 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,' these are the top animated movies of all time.

Ross Scarano1322 days ago
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The 83 Best Jay-Z Verses

83 essential JAY-Z verses, picked from solo studio albums, remixes, radio freestyles, and other classic ephemera from his dense catalog of music.

Ross Scarano1342 days ago
'Halloween'; baddest villains of all time

The Best Villains in Movie History

All good movies have a villain who you love to hate or hate to love. From Agent Smith to Michael Myers, here's the best movie villains of all time.

Ross Scarano1567 days ago

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