It's no secret that America's adopted sweetheart, Emma Watson, is scheduled to portray the bookworm Belle in Disney's 2017 release of the live-action flick. After discovering this, my friends and I took our own spin on the cast, combining our obsession with rap music with the necessary task of assigning rap artists to Beauty and the Beast characters. So here's the result of an evening filled with a deep examination, appreciation and hardcore procrastination. After all, why do school when there's a whole cast to reassign?

1. Madame de la Grande Bouche - Queen Latifah

Madame de la Grande Bouche, aka the wardrobe, has one of the biggest personalities in the animated musical. Basically, she's a strong, independent wardrobe who don't need a man. She even crushes one. So who better to portray such a grand character as the queen herself, Queen Latifah? Now Queen Latifah has proven time and time again that she can bring it. Witness her performances in Chicago, Hairspray and literally any other flick she's been in because she slays.

2. Chip - Jaden Smith

Okay yes, I have a lot of explaining to do. And this won't be the last time I'll have to offer an explanation for a character choice. But hear me out. When I say 'Jaden Smith as Chip,' I don't mean the somewhat spoiled, pseudo-intellectual tweeter the world knows today. I mean the "Pursuit of Happyness" Jaden. The cute kid from 2006, but with the 2016 rap career so he can still qualify for this list. And then we have precious Chip. You feel?

3. Mrs. Potts - Lauryn Hill

How could this list be manifested without the appearance of the Ms. Lauryn Hill? The maternal Mrs. Potts is described as being nurturing while also possessing stern and forceful qualities, which is a combination that can be found in Lauryn Hill's music. I mean, have you listened to "Mystery of Iniquity?" Both soothing and convicting, just like Mrs. Potts.

4. Cogsworth - Rick Ross

So this is a rather peculiar choice, isn't it? But don't go off the deep end. Now although my following argument as to why Rick Ross would make a decent Cogsworth is admittedly sparse, give it some consideration. I mean, wouldn't you like to hear the clock's line delivery preceded by guttural "UH's?" Wouldn't that be a trip in an Aston Martin? No? Okay.

5. Enchantress - Missy Elliot

Enchantress, aka the witch, is the reason why the spit hits the fan in the film. Missy Elliot would do a dope job at instigating. I mean, with songs like "Work It" and "Pass That Dutch," you know right away that she's about to start some serious business. And I think it would be incredibly fun to hear the sort of spells she would deliver. Maybe something like: "By the time the last petal ga dong ga dong dongs."

6. Lumiere - Snoop Dogg

You're looking at me with a funny face. I could not be more fizzle about this choice. So once again hear me out. The artist temporarily known as Snoop Lion possesses the sort of lanky build necessary for a candlestick. Additionally, please don't tell me you are not down for Snoop's take on "Be Our Guest." How cool-dizzle would that be? Plus, Lumiere and Snoop Dogg know how to get lit, if you know what I mean. This character reassignment would be fire.

Interesting factoid in our selection process, but Eminem was a close runner-up. How turnt would a mash-up of "Be Our Guest" and "Lose Yourself be?" I mean just think about that.

7. Maurice - Drake

Yet another choice I know I should explain. So here goes. Belle's father is quirky, eccentric and entirely lovable. Drake is an actor, and his SNL skits have proven he can slip in and out of characters. Slap a bit of aging makeup on the Degrassi vet and he'd be in character in no time. Plus, if Drake's recent music videos have taught us anything, it's that he definitely has some dad moves at the ready. He'd make the illest Maurice. (Did I use that properly? Illest?)

8. Gaston - Kanye West

Now this choice probably doesn't need much of an argument, an explanation, or a description for that matter. It's practically self-explanatory. But let's indulge upon the reasoning anyway. Gaston idolizes himself, and Kanye does the same. Gaston's self-titled song resembles much of Kanye's newly released, "I Love Kanye." I swear, get Kanye on set without a script and roll the cameras. Movie gold will result.

9. The Beast - The Weeknd

So, he's not a rapper. But look at the beast. Then look at the Weeknd. Then think about them both. The Weeknd and the beast both possess mysterious, self-depricating and brooding qualities. Plus look at the Weeknd's hair. You wouldn't even need to slap a mane on the man because his hair transcends extensions. Argue with me on the technicality of this one all you want, but I'm standing by this choice. However, I do feel obligated to inform you that a close runner-up for the part was A$AP Rocky.

10. Belle - Janelle Monae

Not only do their names rhyme--Belle and Janelle--but these girls are also incredibly endearing. Belle is selfless, bookish and all around genuine. She's the kind of Disney princess you think back on and go, "Wow, she is truly beautiful both inside and out." Janelle definitely possesses these qualities. With her advocacy for women and her effervescent smile, it's not too difficult to see why she's such a shoe-in for this Disney princess. Also, I didn't cheat on this selection like I did with the beast. Janelle also raps. Listen to Q.U.E.E.N. and you'll encounter something beautiful.

So this concludes the list. Do you agree with these choices? Or do you have a bone to pick with me? Whatever your thoughts don't be afraid to express them, and keep an eye out for Disney's 2017 live-action release of "Beauty and the Beast."