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Logic’s new album, ‘Confessions of a Dangerous Mind,’ has arrived and it finds the rapper name-dropping a number of friends and foes. There were dozens of mentions, including shots at Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne Tha …
Chicago hip-hop icon Twista is well-known for his tongue-twisting, rapid-fire rhymes, so Genius put his fast rapping expertise to use for the latest episode of ‘The Cosign.’ Twista, who was named in the 1992 Guinness …
Over 10 years ago, LA collective Odd Future changed the face of hip-hop with the group’s debut mixtape, ‘The Odd Future Tape.’ Led by Tyler, The Creator, Odd Future boasted nearly 20 members at its …
Alec Benjamin’s “If I Killed Someone For You” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 9.7 million Spotify streams to date. It is produced by Alex Hope and appears on Narrated …
Gen Z apps like TikTok and Dubsmash, both of which allow users to make and share videos with audio clips, have helped rising artists like Ava Max, CalBoy, and Lil Nas X score their first …
Mahalia recently stopped by Genius to perform her latest hit, “Grateful,” which has already racked up more than 700,000 Spotify streams to date. It is produced by Maths Time Joy (www.instagram.com/mathstimejoy/). Read more on Genius: …
After going viral on TikTok, Sueco The Child’s “Fast” has found a strong audience with more than 3.4 million Spotify streams to date. The single is produced by KenzDean and Sueco The Child himself. On …
MARINA’s “To Be Human” is her latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 3.3 million Spotify streams to date. It is produced by Joel Little and appears on LOVE + FEAR. On the …
The ‘Grand Theft Auto’ video game franchise developed a close relationship with hip-hop, starting with its launch in 1997. Older and newer artists alike are frequently showcased on its different cities’ radio stations, with rappers …
NLE Choppa’s “Capo” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 7.7 million YouTube views to date. The single is produced by Midas800. On the track, NLE Choppa talks about life as …
Joyner Lucas is back with his new single, “Devil’s Work,” and it’s filled with references to fallen icons in the music industry. Joyner mourns the death of artists like XXXTentacion, Nipsey Hussle, Whitney Houston, Michael …
iann dior’s “emotions” has found a strong audience with 3.5 million Spotify streams to date. It is produced by Nick Mira and appears on nothings ever good enough. On the track, iann dior sings about …
Today, Logic links up with Eminem on “Homicide.” SHROOM and Bregma handle production on the collaboration, which marks Logic and Eminem’s first time working together. While both MCs use the song to show off their …
Beast Coast’s “Left Hand” has found a strong audience with more than 4.3 million Spotify streams to date. The single is produced by Tyler Dopps and Sam Wish. On the track, each member of the …
One aspect of Cleveland rapper Kid Cudi’s soul-baring music that’s always stood out is his hums. An early example is “My World” from Cudi’s debut album, ‘Man on the Moon: The End of the Day,’ …
Content creators Rickey Thompson and Denzel Dion, who have both been propelled to viral fame with their hilarious videos, are experts at creating memorable online moments. Genius recruited them to give their take on a …
Victoria Monét’s “MONOPOLY” is her latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 46 million Spotify streams to date. The single features Monét’s longtime collaborator Ariana Grande and is produced by Tim Suby and …
Lil Uzi Vert fans have anxiously been awaiting his second studio album, ‘Eternal Atake,’ since the project was first announced in July 2018. A few months later, Uzi dropped what seemed to be the lead …
CHVSE’s “Blackout” has found a strong audience with nearly 4 million YouTube views to date. The single is produced by HomageBeats. On the track, CHVSE chronicles his struggles with addition and suicidal thoughts. Read more …
“Empty” is one of the most popular songs from Juice WRLD’s No. 1 sophomore album, ‘Death Race for Love,’ peaking at No. 41 on the Billboard Hot 100. The opening track covers the familiar topic …
Sasha Sloan’s “Older” has found a strong audience with more than 25 million Spotify streams to date. It is produced by King Henry and appears on Sloan’s EP, Loser. On the track, Sasha Sloan sings …
Lil Skies‘ “i” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up nearly 50 million Spotify streams to date. It is produced by Danny Wolf, CuBeatz, and Otxhello and appears on Shelby. On the track, …
As Game of Thrones approaches its final episode, the HBO fantasy series is more popular than ever. With many rappers being fans of the show, HBO previously commissioned two Catch the Throne mixtapes prior to …
Memphis producer Tay Keith had a breakthrough 2018 with BlocBoy JB and Drake’s “Look Alive,” Travis Scott’s “SICKO MODE,” and Drake’s “Nonstop.” By the end of the year, he had racked up production credits on …
Bazzi’s “Paradise” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 23 million Spotify streams to date. The single is produced by Kevin White. On the track, Bazzi sings about those perfect moments …
Lil Skies stopped by Genius to take a quiz on one of his biggest musical inspirations, Lil Wayne. Skies, who paid homage to Wayne with his “A Milli”-inspired “Welcome To The Rodeo” music video in …
Luh Kel’s “Wrong” has found a strong audience with more than 6 million YouTube streams to date. The single is produced by BubbaGotBeatz, Jonny Shipes, and 11VN. On the track, Luh Kel sings about heartbreak. …
It seems like there are more rappers with “baby” in their name than ever, but there’s a long history of Baby MCs. Two of the most popular names today are Lil Baby and DaBaby. Some …
LANY’s “okay” is the pop trio’s first collaboration with singer-songwriter Julia Michaels. The single is produced by Mike Crossey and LANY themselves. On the track, LANY and Julia sing about recovering from a breakup. Read …
YK Osiris recently stopped by Genius for a live performance of “Worth It,” which has racked up an impressive 21 million YouTube views to date. The track is produced by MGeeZy, KC Supreme, Taz Taylor, …
OBN Jay’s “Tragic Story” has found a strong audience with more than 2 million YouTube views to date. On the track, OBN Jay raps about struggling to start his rap career. Read more on Genius: …
Shordie Shordie’s “Bitchuary” has found a strong audience with more than 7 million YouTube views to date. It is produced by YG Beats and appears on Captain Hook. On the track, Shordie Shordie raps about …
In an era when memes can take musicians to the top of the charts within a matter of weeks, an increasing number of artists are being labeled as industry plants. Many independent singers and rappers …
FLETCHER’s “Undrunk” has found a strong audience with more than 33 million Spotify streams to date. The single is produced by Malay. On the track, FLETCHER sings about wanting to undo a relationship with an …
Remy Ma has been representing for women in rap for decades, so we recruited the Bronx MC to give her take on some of the genre’s freshest talent, all of whom just so happen to …
Teen sensation Billie Eilish dropped her debut studio album, ‘WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?’ on March 29th, and yesterday she unveiled a new video for her track, “you should see me …
James Blake’s “Barefoot In The Park” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 10 million Spotify streams to date. It features ROSALÍA and is produced by Dan Foat, Dominic Maker, and …
After more than a week of taking heat on social media, Kodak Black finally brought his issues with T.I., The Game, and more into the studio with the release of his new diss track, “Expeditiously.” …
YNW Melly’s breakout single, “Murder On My Mind,” received renewed attention in February 2019 when the Florida rapper turned himself in for double murder charges. Although many fans interpreted the SMKEXCLSV-produced track as a confession, …
YBN Cordae’s “Have Mercy” is his latest hit, and it’s already racked up more than 7 million Spotify streams to date. The single is produced by Nils, Kid Culture, and Flippa. On the track, YBN …
