Newest Rap and Hip Hop Music
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Check out the newest rap and hip hop music right here! We update our site regularly with the latest in the genre so you can always be up-to-date.
Introduction
In recent years, rap and hip hop music have become increasingly popular among young people. This type of music is characterized by its use of rhyming lyrics, often accompanied by a beat. Hip hop music often contains messages about social issues, such as poverty, violence, and racism.
Rap and hip hop music are often performed by MCs (rappers) who use their lyrics to tell stories or share their personal experiences. Some famous rappers include Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Drake, and Chance the Rapper. Hip hop music is usually recorded in a studio and then mixed with other instruments to create the finished product.
If you’re interested in listening to rap and hip hop music, there are many ways to do so. You can listen to streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music, or you can purchase CDs or digital downloads from online retailers such as Amazon. You can also watch music videos on websites like YouTube or Vevo.
Cardi B
Cardi B is a American rapper, songwriter, television personality, and actress. She first gained attention for discussing her career as a stripper on social media. In late 2016, she rose to prominence within the hip hop industry after releasing two mixtapes, Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, which she earned critical acclaim and a cult following.
“Bodak Yellow”
“Bodak Yellow” is a song by American rapper and singer Cardi B. It was released on June 16, 2017, as the lead single from her debut studio album Invasion of Privacy (2018). The song, written by Cardi B and produced by J. White Did It, chronicles Cardi B’s rise to fame and serves as an ode to career criminals. It peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming only the second rap song in history to do so without any featured artists. Additionally, it reached number one in New Zealand and the top 10 in Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. The song received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Performance at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.
“Be Careful”
“Be Careful” is a song recorded by American rapper Cardi B. It was released through Atlantic Records on March 30, 2018, as the third single from her debut studio album, Invasion of Privacy (2018).[2][3] On April 9, 2018, the song debuted at number 90 on the US Billboard Hot 100, and peaked at number 58 on the chart dated June 16, 2018, becoming Cardi B’s tenth top 40 hit in the United States.
Drake
Drake is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. He first gained recognition as an actor on the teen drama television series Degrassi: The Next Generation in the early 2000s. Intent on pursuing a career as a rapper, he departed the series in 2007 following the release of his debut mixtape, Room for Improvement. He released two further independent projects, Comeback Season and So Far Gone, before signing to Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment in June 2009.
“God’s Plan”
Drake’s “God’s Plan” was released on January 19, 2018, and is the lead single from his upcoming EP, Scary Hours. The song debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Drake’s fourth number-one single in the United States. “God’s Plan” is a trap and hip hop song with an instrumentation consisting of a heavy bassline, 808 drums and slow piano chords. Lyrically, Drake reflects on how he has been blessed with success despite various obstacles he has faced in his life. The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its production and Drake’s lyrics.
“Nice for What”
“Nice for What” is a song recorded by Canadian rapper Drake. It was released on April 6, 2018, by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records as the lead single from his upcoming fifth studio album Scorpion. The song samples Lauryn Hill’s 1998 song “Ex-Factor”. “Nice for What” peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Drake’s ninth career US number-one single. It also became Drake’s fourth consecutive number-one in the US and seventh overall, tying him with Rihanna for most number-one singles on the chart. The song stayed at the top of the chart for nine weeks, making it Drake’s longest-running US number one single. Internationally, it reached number one in Canada and the top 10 in Australia, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Ireland and New Zealand.
J. Cole
“ATM”
“ATM” is a song by American rapper J. Cole, released on April 20, 2018 as the lead single from his fifth studio album KOD. The song peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
“KOD”
KOD is the fifth studio album by American rapper J. Cole. It was released on April 20, 2018, through Dreamville Records, Roc Nation and Interscope Records. The album’s lead single, “The Cut Off” featuring Kill Edward, was released on April 19, 2018. The album features guest appearances from Young Thug, kiLL edward and Cole’s alter-ego Klaus.
On April 16, 2018, Cole announced the album’s title as Kids on Drugs with a picture of three prescription pills with children depicted on them via Twitter. On April 17, he revealed the artwork and release date for the album. The artwork features a young boy holding up a diamond-encrusted rabbit to his ear with a bemused expression while sitting in front of a drug tableau that includes cocaine lines, marijuana plants and assorted pills. Underneath the boy is the album’s title written in braille.
The following day, Cole announced that there would be two listening experiences for KOD: an “immersive experience” in which listeners can “choose their own path through the audio/visual piece,” and a traditional linear listening experience for those who just want to listen to the music.” He also announced that tickets for both experiences would go on sale April 20 at 10 A.M. EST through his Dreamville website.
Conclusion
To conclude, the newest rap and hip hop music is constantly evolving and growing. There are new artists emerging all the time, and the genre is always changing. If you’re a fan of rap and hip hop, then you need to stay up to date on the latest music.
