12-year-old rapper YNW BSlime didn’t drop his first song until July 2019 with “Hot Sauce,” but the young artist’s profile is already on the rise. Although he is the younger brother of “Murder on My …
New York rapper Lil Tecca’s catchy hooks and relatable personality made him a breakout star. However, even he admits that the flexes and finesses referenced in his lyrics shouldn’t be taken literally. For this video, …
Post Malone first showed the world his star potential back in 2015 with his breakout hit, “White Iverson,” and the subsequent release of his debut album, Stoney in 2016. Since then, he’s grown into an …
Kendrick Lamar is one of the preeminent MCs of his generation thanks to his intricate lyricism, unique flows, and distinct voice. The Compton rapper has inspired a wave of MCs like JID and DUCKWRTH, whose …
Aside from a few viral leaks and high profile collaborations with Tyler, The Creator and Solange, Playboi Carti’s 2019 has been a quiet year. Ahead of his upcoming solo project, ‘Whole Lotta Red,’ Genius decided …
Singer Frank Ocean holds a well-deserved reputation for delivering standout rap verses. Dating back to his 2012 verse on Odd Future’s “Oldie,” the elusive musician has a history of spitting impactful bars for the collective, …
Seattle’s Nirvana redefined rock music in the ‘90s as leaders of the grunge movement. Decades later, the band—and its late frontman, Kurt Cobain—continues to make an impact on hip-hop. More established artists influenced by Nirvana …
Seattle’s Nirvana redefined rock music in the ‘90s as leaders of the grunge movement. Decades later, the band—and its late frontman, Kurt Cobain—continues to make an impact on hip-hop. More established artists influenced by Nirvana …
Young Thug’s new album, ‘So Much Fun,’ serves as a showcase of the 300 rapper’s talent as well as the artists he’s influenced. On the project’s eighth track, “Lil Baby,” he also takes some time …
Brooklyn rapper 6ix9ine’s involvement in a series of federal racketeering charges continues to play out, and now it appears that lyrics to several of his songs may be involved in an upcoming trial. Read more …
A$AP Rocky has been found guilty of assault in Stockholm, Sweden after his highly publicized arrest in early July. The Harlem rapper was handed a conditional sentence, meaning he won’t be serving any more prison …
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In today’s rap, the term “clout” is used for everything from describing a person’s hollow actions to measuring their sphere of influence. Genius data shows “clout” started appearing in rap lyrics as early as 1988 …
Tyler, The Creator previously released limited edition covers for albums like 2013’s ‘WOLF,’ and his fifth studio album, ‘IGOR,’ was no different. The California rapper shared an alternate cover for the project featuring the work …
Maryland rapper YBN Cordae has come a long way since debuting under the moniker Entendre in 2014. After dropping three mixtapes under that name, he linked up with Young Boss Niggaz crew in 2017 alongside …
Rapper Tay-K (real name Taymor McIntyre) has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after being found guilty of murder for his role in a 2016 home invasion in Tarrant County, Texas. According to The …
Despite not posting any new music online since 2016, mysterious Maryland singer Shiloh Dynasty’s voice has been taken from her minimalist social videos to samples on hundreds of lo-fi songs. The most prominent example is …
Chance the Rapper’s debut studio album, “The Big Day” is inspired by his March 2019 wedding day. It’s dedicated to his new wife and childhood sweetheart, Kirsten Corley. Genius tallied all the times Chance mentions …
2018 was a big year for Travis Scott, who topped the Billboard 200 with ‘ASTROWORLD’ and also earned his first No. 1 on the Hot 100 with “SICKO MODE.” Before the Houston rapper became a …
Over the past few years, Chinese-Indonesian rapper Rich Brian has become an international star thanks to 88rising, home to singer NIKI, Chinese rap group Higher Brothers, and internet comedian-turned-R&B star Joji. 88Rising was originally founded …
Young Thug’s unique sound and unorthodox flows have influenced a whole generation of rappers including Lil Baby, Gunna, and Lil Keed. However, many people have pointed out the new wave of rappers are difficult to …
Rapper Tay-K (real name Taymor McIntyre) has been sentenced to 55 years in jail after being found guilty of murder for his role in a 2016 home invasion in Tarrant County, Texas. According to The …
Music leaks have plagued many prominent artists in 2019. Rappers including Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Young Thug, and Kanye West have all seen multiple tracks surface online as fans anxiously await their upcoming projects. …
Connecticut-born producer Kenny Beats broke out in 2018 by teaming with rising acts like Rico Nasty and Ski Mask the Slump God, as well as more established artists including Vince Staples and Freddie Gibbs. He …
There is a long history of gangster movies influencing hip-hop culture, whether it’s rapper names, album titles, music videos, or lyrical references. There are four films which have cemented their place in hip-hop and pop …
Now that summer is in full swing, Genius decided to get New Yorkers to weigh in on the song of the summer. Aside from Lil Nas X’s long-running No. 1 hit, “Old Town Road,” people …
adidas has a strong legacy in hip-hop, dating back to the genre’s early days in the 1980s, so we took a look at Genius data to trace the iconic sneaker brand’s longtime influence. Read more …
After months of anticipation, Dreamville dropped Revenge of the Dreamers III on July 5. The 18-track project features dozens of artists, including Dreamville’s own J. Cole, JID, and Bas, as well as appearances from DaBaby, …
Hip-hop has always been a young person’s game, and the latest crop of rising rappers is no different. To rank the current hottest MCs under 20, we took a look at Genius data and ranked …
Harlem collective A$AP Mob has been putting its stamp on the rap game since 2011. The group was founded in the mid aughts by A$AP Bari, A$AP Illz, and A$AP Yams, following in the footsteps …
Harlem collective A$AP Mob has been putting its stamp on the rap game since 2011. The group was founded in the mid aughts by A$AP Bari, A$AP Illz, and A$AP Yams, following in the footsteps …
As hip-hop continues to eclipse rock as the most popular musical genre, Tame Impala stands out as a rock outfit that’s collaborated with and inspired rappers. One of the Kevin Parker-led Australian psychedelic rock group’s …
NLE Choppa is one of hip-hop’s most exciting rising artists. His January 2019 track, ‘Shotta Flow,’ has racked up millions of streams, helping the Memphis rapper make a name for himself and ink a distribution …
After spending the last few months dominating the Hot 100 chart with his breakout hit, “Old Town Road,” Lil Nas X has finally delivered his highly anticipated follow-up, “Panini.” The song is produced by Take …
On June 20, XXL revealed its 12th annual Freshman Class featuring Gunna, Blueface, Lil Mosey, Comethazine, Roddy Ricch, DaBaby, Megan Thee Stallion, Rico Nasty, YBN Cordae, YK Osiris, and Tierra Whack. To rank them, we …
Fans love Charlotte, North Carolina’s DaBaby for his music, style, and eye-catching videos, but their favorite attribute might be his lyrical sense of humor. Some common themes include joking about encounters with other people’s girlfriends, …
Queens, New York native Lil Tecca has gone from local rapper to viral sensation to Billboard hitmaker in a matter of months. Prior to debuting on the Hot 100 chart with “Ransom,” the 16-year-old rapper …
Since beginning his career over a decade ago as Odd Future’s leader, Tyler, The Creator has forged his own path in hip-hop, crossing genres and surpassing expectations. In 2009, Tyler dropped his debut mixtape, ‘Bastard,’ …
Atlanta rapper Playboi Carti has carved out a unique place in hip-hop, thanks in part to his signature baby voice featured on songs such as Tyler, The Creator’s “EARFQUAKE” and Solange’s “Almeda.” Genius spoke to …
Capcom Games launched its ‘Street Fighter’ franchise in 1987. The video game spans dozens of individual titles, and hip-hop first name-dropped it as early as 1994. Rap has paid tribute to the series in a …
