The Top 10 Best Queensbridge Rappers of All Time
The largest public housing development in North America, Queensbridge, located in the heart of Queens, New York City, has been home to some of the most influential figures in rap history, becoming a hub for hip-hop creativity and…
The 20 Greatest Hip Hop Producer 5-Year Runs of All Time
In a culture that continually evolves and reinvents itself, the role of the hip hop producer has never been more vital. Crafting the sonic backbone of rap music, these visionaries have shaped the genre’s landscape, pushing its boundaries…
The Hottest Rappers Alive, Every Year Since 1993
Welcome to our countdown of the hottest rappers alive for every year since 1993, a celebration of the ever-evolving hip hop landscape that has given us some of the most memorable and influential artists of our time.
The Top 10 Best Bronx Rappers of All Time
Nestled in the heart of New York City, The Bronx has long been a breeding ground for some of the most influential voices in hip-hop. As the genre’s birthplace, this vibrant borough has been instrumental in shaping the…
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Songs of All Time: Part 1
Welcome to the ultimate list of the top 250 best rap songs of all time, where we will be counting down some of the greatest hip hop tracks ever created. We’re kicking off our list with some of…
The Top 100 Greatest Rap Verses of All Time
Welcome to the ultimate lyrical showdown, where we pay homage to the verbal architects who have crafted some of the most iconic bars in hip hop history . In this feature, we count down the top 100 greatest…
The Most Influential Rappers of All Time
Hip hop was born in the Bronx in the ’70s, with DJs and MCs droppin’ the first beats and rhymes that changed the world. Over the years, the sound’s transformed, pullin’ in funk, soul, even rock, and a…
Ranking Every Kendrick Lamar Album, From Worst to Best
From his early beginnings as K.Dot emerging from the Compton streets to the Pulitzer Prize-winning artist we know today, Kendrick Lamar has created a legacy that few rappers can ever hope to achieve.
Ranking Every DMX Album, From Worst to Best
When DMX’s earth-shattering debut album, It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot , exploded onto the scene in 1998, it was like a sonic tsunami, washing away the glossy sheen of Puffy’s R&B samples and replacing it with a…
The Best-Selling Female Rap Albums of All Time
The world of hip hop has been historically dominated by male artists, but the powerful voices of female rappers have consistently shattered stereotypes and defied the odds.
OutKast Songs: The Top 50 Best of All Time
As one of the greatest and most influential hip hop duos of all time, Big Boi and Andre 3000, emerged from Atlanta, Georgia in the early ’90s and went on to redefine an entire region with their creative…
2Pac Albums: Ranking Every Album Released
Tupac Shakur (aka “2Pac”), a legendary figure in the world of hip-hop, left behind an unparalleled legacy of music that continues to inspire and captivate rap audiences worldwide.
Ranking the Top 10 Best Drake x Future Collaborations
When it comes to powerhouse hip hop collaborations, few partnerships have consistently hit the mark as Drake and Future. Over the past decade, this duo has been blessing our playlists and lighting up our speakers with some of…
Ranking Every Tyler, the Creator Album, From Worst to Best
Tyler, the Creator has come a long way since he first burst onto the scene with his horrorcore-inspired sound and controversial lyrics. From his early beginnings with Odd Future to his current status as a Grammy Award-winning artist,…
Ranking Every Future Album, From Worst to Best
In a culture often characterized by its unyielding pace and ever-changing landscape, few artists have managed to consistently captivate audiences and maintain relevance the way Atlanta’s own Future has.
Crowning the Rap Rookie of the Year, Every Year Since 1993
Hip hop heads love to discuss which rapper owned each year, as the Best Rapper Alive debate has morphed into a similar argument that NBA fans have annually with the league’s MVP award narrative.
Ranking Every A Tribe Called Quest Album, From Worst to Best
Known for pioneering the alternative rap movement, A Tribe Called Quest seamlessly fused jazz, funk, and Afrocentric consciousness to carve their own unique niche in the hip hop landscape.
Ranking Every OutKast Album, From Worst to Best
Beginning in the sultry streets of Atlanta to the far reaches of the cosmos, OutKast has spent nearly three decades shattering genre boundaries and redefining the possibilities of hip hop. In the early 1990s, the hip-hop scene was…
Ranking Every De La Soul Album, From Worst to Best
In the ever-shifting landscape of hip-hop, De La Soul has stood the test of time as an unstoppable force of creativity, innovation, and genre-defying brilliance. With a catalog spanning over three decades, the Long Island trio has etched…
The Biggest Hip Hop Album First Week Sales of 2023
Hip hop has been dominating the music industry for the past, and 2022 proved to be yet another epic year for the culture . With releases from heavyweights like Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Future, Pusha T, JID, Jeezy, the…
The Top 25 Best L.A. Rap Albums of All Time
Los Angeles has been the birthplace of some of the most influential and innovative hip hop albums of all time. Home to West Coast legends like Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar and The Game, the city holds a special…
The Top 50 Greatest Lyricists in Hip Hop History
Hip hop is a culture built on the foundation of lyrical prowess, where the art of rapping is revered and held in high esteem. The best rappers are able to craft lyrics that capture the essence of their…
The Top 25 Greatest Rapper Voices in Hip Hop History
Hip hop music has been blessed with some of the most unique and influential voices in music history. From the passionate, socially conscious tones of Chuck D to the smooth yet gritty flow of Nas, these rappers have…
The Top 10 Best Long Island Rappers of All Time
Long Island, New York has been the birthplace of some of the greatest hip-hop acts to ever grace the genre. Home to a thriving underground scene and some of the most iconic artists in the game, the area…
Top 50 Best Trap Rappers of All Time
Trap music has undoubtedly become one of the most popular and influential sub-genres of hip hop in the 21st century. Originating from the regional scenes in the South, trap has evolved from a local movement to a global…
The Top 25 Best NYC Rap Albums of All Time
New York City has always been the epicenter of hip hop. It’s where the culture was born, and it continues to be the city that sets the standard for what great rap music sounds like.
The Top 25 Greatest L.A. Rappers of All Time
From the sun-kissed streets of Compton to the palm-lined boulevards of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles is a city that has always been defined by its diversity and creativity. And nowhere is that more evident than in the city’s…
The Best Underground Hip Hop Albums of All Time
Underground hip hop is all about being true to yourself and breaking away from the mainstream. It’s a subculture that values creativity, independence, and keeping it real. Underground artists aren’t trying to fit into a mold or chase…
Ranking the 20 Best Rappers in Their 20s
Hip hop is no longer seen as a young man’s game. You can thank rap legends and OGs like Nas, Jay-Z, Black Thought, Freddie Gibbs, Lupe Fiasco and Lil Wayne for that.
The Biggest First-Week Hip Hop Album Sales, Every Year Since 1993
Ever since 50 Cent burst onto the scene with the monumental Get Rich or Die Tryin’ , he singlehandedly made the topic of sales numbers a focal point of conversation moving forward.
The Best Rap Guest Verses of All Time
Hip hop ain’t nothin’ without collabs, and the hottest tracks often got that extra somethin’ from a guest verse. A dope feature can take a song to the next level, add fresh flavor, and sometimes even steal the…
Ranking Every Song on Nas’ ‘Illmatic,’ From Worst to Best
Ranking each song on Illmatic is not an easy task, believe me. I mean, how can you choose between “N.Y. State of Mind” and “It Ain’t Hard to Tell” or “Halftime” and “The World Is Yours”?
The Best Nas Songs of All Time Ranked
Undeniably one of the greatest rappers to touch a mic, Nasir Jones has been dropping knowledge and straight heat for four straight decades now.
The Top 10 Best Queens Rappers of All Time
Hip hop has been a cultural force for over four decades, and its influence on music, fashion, and language is undeniable. And within the hip hop community, the borough of Queens, New York, holds a special place.
The Top 10 Best Detroit Rappers of All Time
Detroit, Michigan is renowned for its rich music history, which includes the legendary Motown sound that emerged from the city in the 1960s.
Ranking Every Gang Starr Album, From Worst to Best
One of the greatest and most influential hip hop duos of all time , Gang Starr have been celebrated over the decades for their unique blend of Preemo’s boom-bap jazzy beats and Guru’s deep, lyrical rhymes.
Ranking Lil Yachty’s First Week Album Sales
Intro: Bursting onto the music scene with a fresh and eclectic style, Lil Yachty has cemented his place as a trailblazer in the rap industry since his debut studio album in 2017.
Ranking Trippie Redd’s First Week Album Sales
For all of Trippie Redd’s social media antics and outlandish appearances, the Ohio hip hop artist has cemented himself as a consistently strong commercial performer these past few years.
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Albums of All Time: Part 5
And we’ve finally made it to the last part of the top 250 best hip hop albums of all time! This part of the countdown is dedicated to the true heavyweights of hip hop, the albums that have…
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Albums of All Time: Part 4
The top 250 best hip hop albums of all time continues with Part 4, and it’s packed with even more must-hear classics and hidden gems. This part showcases the evolution of hip hop and the incredible talent that…
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Albums of All Time: Part 3
And we’re back with the third and final installment of the top 250 best hip hop albums of all time. As we come to a close, we hope you’ve enjoyed this journey through the rich and varied history…
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Albums of All Time: Part 2
Welcome to the second part of our countdown of the top 250 best hip hop albums of all time. Hip hop music has been a cultural staple for decades, evolving and shaping the genre into what it is…
The Top 250 Best Hip Hop Albums of All Time: Part 1
Hip hop is a rich, supremely talented culture that has consistently evolved since the 1970s, so selecting the top 250 best hip hop albums of all time was almost impossible, believe me.
The King of Atlanta Rap, Every Year Since 1994
The 1995 Source Awards are remembered as the night hip-hop’s East Coast-West Coast rivalry exploded. What was once considered a footnote from that night is how OutKast signaled the rise of Southern rap by way of Atlanta.
The Best Hip Hop Debut Albums of the 2010s
The 2000s had hip hop split hard – you either sold out to the mainstream or stayed underground. But the 2010s changed all that. Cats like Drake, Kendrick, Future, and Cole blew up, but they kept it real,…
The Top 15 Best Brooklyn Rappers of All Time
Brooklyn. The hometown of Biggie, Big Daddy Kane and Jay-Z. The birthplace of Mos Def, AZ and Lil’ Kim. The rival to Queens and The Bronx.
The Best Guest Rapper Alive, Every Year Since 1991
A while back, we published a list of the best rapper guest verse, every year since 1991. This list is the companion piece to that one.
The Best Rapper Guest Verse, Every Year Since 1991
A perfect guest verse can be a magical thing. Think about how many rappers’ careers have been launched off having a strong guest verse – Nas, AZ, Redman, Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz, the list goes on.
Interview with JoeJas: Discovering the Boundary-Pushing Sounds and Vision of the Rapper-Producer
JoeJas is a UK-based rapper and producer, also known by the alias “HairyMuffinMan” when producing.
The Best Pop Songs with Rap Features of All Time
Hip hop has come a long way since the early ’70s when the artform was still bubbling up as an underground movement and viewed by some as a passing trend.