The Hottest Hip Hop Songs of the Moment

Looking for the hottest hip hop songs of the moment? Look no further! Here’s our list of the top tracks that are taking the scene by storm.

Cardi B- “Up”

Cardi B recently released her new song “Up” and it’s quickly becoming one of the hottest hip hop songs of the moment. The song features a catchy beat and Cardi B’s signature rap style, and it’s sure to get you up and dancing.

Megan Thee Stallion- “Body”

“Body” is a song by American rapper Megan Thee Stallion, released as the lead single from her upcoming debut studio album Good News. The song was written by Megan Thee Stallion, Ontrell Babbs, Beyoncé and Amiyah Scott, with production handled by Beyoncé, Boi-1da, Havoc and Rudy Santos. It was released to digital retailers and streaming services on October 2, 2020 through 1501 Certified Entertainment and 300 Entertainment. A remix featuring American singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez was also released on the same day.

The song is a trap and R&B track that contains elements of pop music. Its lyrics see Megan Thee Stallion confidently boasting about her body and sexual prowess. The song received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising Megan’s confidence and delivery. Several publications included it on their lists of the best songs of 2020. Commercially, “Body” debuted at number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number four, becoming Megan’s second top-ten single in the country after “Hot Girl Summer”. Internationally, it also peaked within the top ten of several other countries including Australia, New Zealand and Canada.

Saweetie- “Tap In”

“Tap In” is the second single by rapper Saweetie, and it’s been climbing the charts since its release in June. The song, which features guest verses from Quavo and DaBaby, is a certified bop with a catchy hook and some impressive wordplay from Saweetie. “Tap In” is sure to be one of the hottest hip hop songs of the summer.

Lil Baby- “The Bigger Picture”

As protests for racial justice continue to sweep the nation, Lil Baby’s “The Bigger Picture” has become an anthem for the movement. The track, which was released on June 2, 2020, has quickly become a viral sensation, with many people praising its powerful and haunting message.

“The Bigger Picture” is just one of many songs that have been released in the wake of George Floyd’s death, but it is undoubtedly one of the most impactful. In the song, Lil Baby addresses the systemic racism that Black people face in America, and he makes it clear that he is fed up with it.

“I can’t breathe/ I can’t sleep/ I can’t dream/ I can’t think/ I’m losing my mind,” he raps. “We’ve been screamin’ ‘Black Lives Matter’/ Since Ernie Barnes painted us on a cotton field.”

Lil Baby’s passionate delivery of these lyrics makes “The Bigger Picture” impossible to ignore, and it is sure to be remembered as one of the most important songs of our time.

Pop Smoke- “Dior”

“Dior” is a song by American rapper Pop Smoke, released as a single on July 3, 2020. It is the lead single from his posthumous debut studio album, Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon (2020). The song was produced by CashMoneyAP and features vocals from French Montana. The song peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).