Since her early hits like “Smack A Bitch” and “Poppin,” Rico Nasty has always stood out for her loud voice and screaming over her tracks. In an exclusive interview with Genius, Rico cites musical influences …
Memphis rapper NLE Choppa came into the rap game with his breakout hit “Shotta Flow,” which landed him his first Billboard Hot 100 entry back in May. He followed it up with “Shotta Flow 2” …
Genius spoke with “Hot” music video director Christian Sutton for an in-depth look on on how he convinced Young Thug, Gunna and Travis Scott to set themselves on fire. Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/travis-scott-addresses-his-super-bowl-performance-on-young-thug-gunna-s-hot-remix Read …
The late Lil Peep’s legacy only continues to grow following the rapper’s death in November 2017. The two-year anniversary of his accidental overdose on Friday, November 15 will be marked by the release of a …
On Wednesday, November 13, Kodak Black was sentenced to just over three and a half years in prison for weapons charges. The rapper, who’s signed to Atlantic Records, pled guilty in August to being untruthful …
From ‘The Come Up’ to ‘KOD,’ J. Cole has always been known for his deep rhymes and dedicated fanbase. Cole’s journey as an artist went from local sensation to international superstar, and his most dedicated …
So much has happened in music throughout the 2010s that even a list of 100 albums can’t cover it all. To help sort through it all, the Genius community banded together to create our list …
Tyler, The Creator finally shared his thoughts about Drake being booed during a surprise set at the Camp Flog Gnaw festival on Sunday night, and the Odd Future rapper wasn’t too happy with his fans. …
For years, the horn laid the foundation of hip-hop, with classics by rappers like JAY-Z and Kanye West prominently featuring the instrument. So far in 2019, we’ve seen the horn make an appearance on hits …
After a breakout year that saw her earn her first Billboard Hot 100 entry, Doja Cat is back with her sophomore album, Hot Pink. The 12-track project includes her Tyga-assisted remix of “Juicy,” as well …
From his earliest tracks, Tyler, The Creator has always relied on his own versatility and diverse musical taste to create one-of-a-kind melodies and unforgettable tracks. Besides a rich love for music, over the years he’s …
Whether it’s his unforgettable baby voice or his one-of-a-kind ad-libs, Playboi Carti has managed to stand out in the rap game in more ways than one. His fans have spent the better part of the …
After numerous delays and weeks of build up, Kanye finally released his latest album, ‘JESUS IS KING.’ Genius News hit the streets of NYC to find out what some of West’s biggest fans thought about …
Justin Bieber has been teasing a new album since making a surprise appearance during Ariana Grande’s Coachella set in late April. Last night, the pop singer shared a snippet of a song on his Instagram …
Over the past year, “wipe his nose” has become one of the most popular slang terms in hip-hop. Although the phrase isn’t unique to rap, the number of songs including “wipe his nose” or some …
Juice WRLD has been sued by members of the now-defunct pop punk rock group Yellowcard for $15 million over his breakout single, “Lucid Dreams,” according to a Billboard report. Read more on Genius: https://genius.com/a/yellowcard-hits-juice-wrld-with-15-million-lawsuit-over-lucid-dreams Read …
Since the release of the band’s debut album ‘Oracular Spectacular’ in 2007, MGMT has become a fan favorite for both casual music fans as well as a number of rappers. The group’s psychedelic sound and …
No one knows when Lil Uzi Vert will release his highly anticipated album, “Eternal Atake,” but fans know they can catch him rocking the latest threads. From the number of fit pics on his Instagram, …
Charlotte, NC rapper DaBaby has made a name for himself as a comical MC with witty bars over bouncing beats. In fact, he’s also made a calling card of his sound’s bouncy chords thanks to …
Toronto artist Drake is known to shine the spotlight on an artist that is on the come-up. From inviting Kendrick Lamar and A$AP Rocky on his Club Paradise tour in 2011 to his most recent …
6ix9ine has signed a deal worth more than $10 million with his former label, 10K Projects. According to TMZ, he will receive the money in exchange for putting out two albums—one in English and another …
Over the course of the past year, a variety of songs have jumped to the top of the Genius Top Songs chart. Genius spoke to Taylor Lorenz, a technology reporter at The New York Times, …
Lil Peep’s mother Liza Womack has filed a lawsuit against First Access Entertainment, the talent agency and label which oversaw the late rapper’s career, according to The New York Times and TMZ. The suit seeks …
In the last few years, Travis Scott has become one of hip-hop’s biggest artists. He’s sold out huge venues, landed a number of hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and gone from a lesser-known …
Canadian rapper-producer NAV is known for his catchy hooks, distinct voice, and how he often raps about his come up. He came on the scene as the producer behind Drake’s Meek Mill diss, “Back To …
Kanye West’s weekly Sunday Service has been covering contemporary hits since its beginnings in January 2019. Together with Kanye, choir group The Samples led by Jason White have remade songs from Drake, Travis Scott, No …
Over his career, Kanye West has never been shy about his Christian beliefs, especially with his breakthrough 2004 single, “Jesus Walks.” However his new album, ‘Jesus Is King,’ is a whole new step toward sharing …
Chicago’s Chief Keef has been in the rap game for almost a decade, and at 24 years old is already considered by many to be an OG of today’s generation. Besides the success of early …
6ix9ine testified against his former associates in the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods last week, and there are reports that he could be headed to witness protection next. Can he undergo a life change with one …
Brooklyn’s Bobby Shmurda has been mentioned dozens of times since being arrested in December 2014 along with members of his crew, GS-9. From Young Thug to NLE Choppa, ‘Free Bobby,’ is a popular refrain. As …
On Thursday, September 12, Tyler, The Creator performed before a packed audience at his sold out Madison Square Garden show. The performance came just months after his fifth studio album, ‘IGOR,’ went No. 1 on …
While 21 Savage is known for gritty tales from Atlanta’s street life, he’s also got a softer, silly side. Genius News took a look at what Savage does in his free time, and it’s surprisingly …
The growing genre of “scam rap” breaks down credit card fraud step-by-step for listeners. Genius spoke with the current face of the movement, Detroit’s Teejayx6, who broke down the meaning of terms like BIN. Meanwhile, …
Many fans know Gunna as Young Thug’s protégé, but their relationship actually dates back to 2015, when they met through a mutual friend on the video shoot for Thugger’s “With That.” A year later, Thug …
Kid Cudi’s 2009 debut album, ‘Man on the Moon: End of the Day,’ influenced an entire generation of artists. Centered around his breakthrough hit, “Day ‘N’ Nite,” the project put the Ohio rapper in the …
Young Thug’s latest project, ‘So Much Fun,’ landed the Atlanta rapper his first No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The offbeat cover art was created by Nashville artist and designer Fano, who painstakingly placed each …
18-year-old Lil Tjay’s career was already on the rise before linking up with his Columbia Records labelmate for their hit “Pop Out” earlier this year. Although Tjay didn’t start taking music seriously until 2016—when he …
Over the past few years, California’s Doja Cat has shown a knack for dropping viral tracks like “MOOO!,” “NINTENDHOE,” and “Tia Tamera.” After scoring her first Billboard Hot 100 entry with the Tyga-assisted “Juicy,” the …
23-year-old Cole Bennett is the whizkid behind Lyrical Lemonade, a video production outlet turned one-stop media and merch shop that’s behind the breakout visuals from some of this generation’s biggest young stars. After getting his …
Over the past several years, “opps” has become one of most popular terms used by rappers to reference their foes. “Opp” is an abbreviation for opposition, which has appeared in hip-hop for decades dating back …
