New Hip Hop Music: 2016’s Best Songs
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New Hip Hop Music: 2016’s Best Songs is a blog dedicated to showcasing the best new hip hop music from around the world. Our team of music experts scour the internet to find the freshest and most exciting new music, so you can stay up to date on the latest hip hop trends.
New Hip Hop Music
It’s no secret that hip hop is one of the most popular genres of music. In 2016, there were a plethora of great songs released by both established artists and newcomers. Here are some of the best hip hop songs of 2016.
Best Songs of 2016
2016 was a great year for hip hop music. We saw the release of some amazing new albums, and some incredible singles as well. Here are our picks for the best hip hop songs of 2016.
“No Problem” by Chance the Rapper ft. Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz
This song was the lead single from Chance’s highly-anticipated third mixtape, Coloring Book. It features two of hip hop’s heaviest hitters, and is an infectious banger that showcases Chance’s unique style and lyrical prowess.
“One Dance” by Drake ft. WizKid & Kyla
This was Drake’s biggest hit of 2016, and for good reason. It’s a catchy, upbeat track that features WizKid and Kyla, and Drake floats over the beat with his signature style. It’s the perfect summertime jam.
“Panda” by Desiigner
This song took the world by storm when it was released in February of 2016. Desiigner’s catchy flow and unique delivery made this one of the most memorable songs of the year. It also spawned a million internet memes, which only added to its popularity.
“I Got the Keys” by DJ Khaled ft. Jay Z & Future
This was one of the standout tracks from DJ Khaled’s ninth studio album, Major Key. It features two of hip hop’s biggest stars, Jay Z and Future, and is a hard-hitting banger that will get you hyped up no matter what mood you’re in.
Best Albums of 2016
It’s been a great year for hip hop music, with a number of fantastic albums released in 2016. Here are some of the best hip hop albums of the year, as chosen by the staff at HipHopDX.
Kendrick Lamar – DAMN.
Lamar’s third studio album was one of the most anticipated hip hop releases of the year, and it did not disappoint. With hits like “Humble” and “DNA,” Kendrick delivered one of the best albums of his career, and one of the best hip hop albums of 2016.
Chance The Rapper – Coloring Book
Chance surprised fans with the release of his third mixtape, Coloring Book, in May 2016. The mixtape was greeted with critical acclaim, and cemented Chance as one of the best new artists in hip hop.
J Cole – 4 Your Eyez Only
Cole’s fourth studio album was another great addition to his catalog. With tracks like “Deja Vu” and ” neighbors,” Cole delivered yet another masterpiece for fans to enjoy.
Tyler, The Creator – Scum Fuck Flower Boy
Tyler’s latest album is his most mature and introspective work to date. With tracks like “See You Again” and “Who Dat Boy,” Tyler proved that he is one of the most talented artists in hip hop today.
New Hip Hop Artists
The hip hop music scene is always evolving and there are always new artists emerging. Here is a list of some of the best new hip hop artists of 2016.
Best New Artists of 2016
In 2016, a number of new hip hop artists emerged onto the scene and made a big impact with their music. Here are some of the best new hip hop artists of 2016:
1. Chance the Rapper: Hailing from Chicago, Chance the Rapper is one of the most popular new hip hop artists of 2016. His debut mixtape, Coloring Book, was highly praised by critics and helped him to break through to a mainstream audience.
2. Kendrick Lamar: Kendrick Lamar is another popular new hip hop artist who hails from California. His album, To Pimp a Butterfly, was released to widespread critical acclaim and won several Grammy Awards.
3. Vince Staples: Vince Staples is a rapper from Long Beach, California who burst onto the scene with his debut album, Summertime ’06. His unique style and lyrical prowess have made him one of the most exciting new voices in hip hop.
4. J Cole: J Cole is a rapper and producer from North Carolina who has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years. His third studio album, 2014 Forest Hills Drive, was widely acclaimed and helped to solidify his place as one of the best new hip hop artists around.
5. Chance The Rapper: Another popular new hip hop artist hailing from Chicago, Chance The Rapper released his debut mixtape Acid Rap in 2013 to critical acclaim. He has since gone on to release two more mixtapes, Coloring Book and 10 Day, both of which have been well-received by fans and critics alike.
Best New Songs of 2016
It’s been a great year for music, especially hip hop. We’ve seen the return of some veteran artists and the rise of some new ones. Here are our picks for the best hip hop songs of 2016.
“All the Way Up” by Fat Joe and Remy Ma ft. French Montana
“One Dance” by Drake ft. Wizkid and Kyla
“Panda” by Desiigner
“No Problem” by Chance the Rapper ft. Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz
“I Got the Keys” by DJ Khaled ft. Jay Z and Future
Hip Hop News
Here is a list of new hip hop songs that have been released in 2016. This list includes the best songs of the year so far, as well as some of the most anticipated hip hop songs that are still to come.
Top Stories of 2016
Hip hop and R&B had a big year in 2016. We saw the rise of new artists like Chance the Rapper, Solange, and Young M.A, as well as the return of some established favorites like Drake, Beyoncé, and Frank Ocean. With so much great music to choose from, it was hard to narrow it down to just 50 songs. But after much deliberation, we did it. Here are our picks for the best hip hop and R&B songs of 2016.
Top Stories of 2016
1. Chance the Rapper – “No Problem” ft. Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz
2. Beyoncé – “Formation”
3. Drake – “One Dance” ft. Wizkid & Kyla
4. Solange – “Cranes in the Sky”
5. Frank Ocean – “Nikes”
6. Chance the Rapper – “Blessings” ft. Jay Z & Kendrick Lamar
7. Kanye West – “Famous” ft. Rihanna
8. A Tribe Called Quest – “We The People…”
9. Dreezy – “Body” ft. Jeremih
10. Young M.A – “OOOUUU”
Best Hip Hop Quotes of 2016
A lot has happened in the world of hip hop this year, from the rise of new talent to the return of some old favorites. But what about the words that have been spoken? As always, hip hop was filled with quotable lyrics, whether it was 2 Chainz bragging about his expensive taste or A Tribe Called Quest paying tribute to their fallen friend Phife Dawg. Here are 20 of the best hip hop quotes from 2016.
“I’m not happy unless I got a fat bankroll / Got a sweetheart, I ain’t never gon’ call her ‘bae’/ And my credit good, I don’t need no cosign / I could ball with you all day, I don’t need no coach, yeah” – 2 Chainz, “Used 2”
“You niggas finished, my work is never done / I hung my nine up and turned by back on rap / But every time your album drop, it sound like garbage” – Meek Mill, “War Pain”
“Everywhere we go they know our faces / Man these niggas act like they done seen us somewhere before” – Chance the Rapper feat. Lil Yachty & Kirk Franklin, “All We Got”
“You claim you was at band camp but your ass was playing bingo with your grandma / That’s why your rhymes is all retarded and you think that’s how flows go” – Lil Yachty, “Minnesota (Remix)”
“”This a heartbreak album for people going through heartbreaks / This some Bars for niggas locked up tryin’ not to think about heartbreaks / This some comments on society print this and put it in art class”” – Kendrick Lamar, “Untitled 07 | 2014 – 2016”
“”I’m too black for y’all and I’m too white for them / But what am I supposed to do when both of them pretend that I don’t exist?”” – Logic feat. Damian Lemar Hudson, “Black SpiderMan”
“”Y’all sleep on me but that’s alright though / Everybody gotta have a come up so just enjoy the show”” – Chance the Rapper feat. Saba , “Angels”
“”They told me make my dreams come true Wait… did they say ‘dreams’ or ‘nightmares?'”” – Danny Brown , “Really Doe”
