The Best Hip Hop Music of 2020
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A look at the best hip hop music of 2020 so far, including artists like Roddy Ricch, Megan Thee Stallion, and Pop Smoke.
Best Hip Hop Albums of 2020
It’s been a great year for hip hop music, with a lot of great albums being released. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best hip hop albums of 2020. We’ll be discussing the albums that we think are the best of the year, and why we think they’re worth listening to.
J. Cole – ‘4 Your Eyez Only’
If you were looking for an album that would make you think, rapper J. Cole’s “4 Your Eyez Only” would be a great choice. This album tells the story of a young man’s journey through fatherhood, and it isn’t afraid to tackle some tough topics along the way.
But “4 Your Eyez Only” is more than just a thought-provoking album – it’s also one of the best hip hop albums of 2020. Cole’s lyrical prowess is on full display throughout the album, and he effortlessly weaves together complex rhyme schemes and clever punchlines. The production is top-notch as well, with each beat complementing Cole’s vocals perfectly.
Whether you’re a diehard J. Cole fan or simply a fan of good hip hop music, “4 Your Eyez Only” is an album that you need to check out.
Kendrick Lamar – ‘DAMN.’
Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN. is one of the best hip hop albums of 2020. It is a concept album that tells the story of Kendrick’s struggles with fame and success. The album is full of great tracks like “HUMBLE.”, “DNA.”, and “FEAR.”. If you are a fan of hip hop, then you need to check out this album.
Chance the Rapper – ‘Coloring Book’
Chance the Rapper’s ‘Coloring Book’ is one of the best hip hop albums of 2020. The album is a mix of old-school and contemporary hip hop, with Chance’s signature style shining through. The album features guest appearances from Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, and Justin Bieber, among others, and is one of the year’s most memorable releases.
Best Hip Hop Songs of 2020
In a year full of protests, social injustice, and a global pandemic, hip hop was the perfect form of escapism. Music provided a way for people to forget their troubles and just enjoy the moment. From Lil Baby to Megan Thee Stallion, here are the best hip hop songs of 2020.
J. Cole – ‘Deja Vu’
Jermaine Lamarr Cole, better known by his stage name J. Cole, is an American hip hop recording artist and record producer. Born on a military base in Germany but raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Cole initially gained recognition as a rapper following the release of his debut mixtape, The Come Up, in early 2007. He signed to American record label Roc Nation in 2009. ================================================================================ In 2010, Cole released his second mixtape, Truly Yours. ================================================================================ His debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story (2011) peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was soon certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). ================================================================================ From 2013 to 2016, Cole released two further studio albums: Born Sinner and 2014 Forest Hills Drive; both achieved commercial success and went platinum in the United States. His fourth album, 4 Your Eyez Only (2016), was inspired by the death of one of his close friends. Upon its release, ================================================================================ the album debuted atop the Billboard 200 chart and received widespread acclaim from critics. It went double platinum in 2017 with no features on any of its tracks—making it J. Cole’s third consecutive album to receive that honor—and made him only the sixth artist ever to achieve such a feat ================================================================================
“Deja Vu” is a song recorded by American rapper J.Cole for his fourth studio album 4 Your Eyez Only (2016). The song was produced by Boi-1da and Vinylz, with additional production provided by Frank Dukes and J.Cole himself. It was released on December 9, 2016 as the fifth single from 4 Your Eyez Only ================================================================================
The song peaked at number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming J.Cole’s sixth top ten single as a lead artist and ninth overall ================================================================================ . It also peaked at number 4 on both the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and US Rap Songs chart
Kendrick Lamar – ‘Humble’
‘Humble’ is a song by American rapper Kendrick Lamar, from his fourth studio album Damn., released on April 14, 2017. The song, produced by Mike Will Made It, features a minimalist production that incorporates piano, orchestral strings, and muted drums. The track’s lyrics are a reflection on Lamar’s experiences in Compton and depict him returning to his hometown to celebrate his success with friends and family.
The song was widely acclaimed by critics and was ranked as one of the best songs of 2017. It won two Grammy Awards for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards. The music video for ‘Humble’ was directed by Dave Meyers and features Lamar sitting in the backseat of a car while various scenes depicting Compton life unfold around him.
Chance the Rapper – ‘No Problem’
Featuring Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz, this 2016 track is one of the biggest hip-hop hits of Chance the Rapper’s career. “No Problem” is aprime example of the creativity and off-kilter charisma that has made Chance one of the most serverly talented and beloved artists in the game.
