15 TOP Haitian Rappers to Start Listening to (2023 List!)

Top Haitian rappers

For many of us, when the name Haiti is mentioned, what comes to our minds might not be hip-hop/rap music. Although this is quite sad, for many people, what comes to mind is the 2010 earthquake which occurred on January 12, 2010. This was not just an ordinary natural disaster that shook a certain country—as … Read More

15 Most Popular CLEAN Rappers [These Rapperson Don’t Swear!]

Most Popular Clean Rappers

Over time, profanity has almost become synonymous with hip-hop/rap. The relationship between rap and curse/profane words is a rather complex one that some anti-censorship claim has a lot to do with self-expression.  To a great extent, they are not very far from being right. It is always an amazing thing when creatives are allowed to … Read More

20 Most Popular Jamaican Rappers You Should KNOW in 2023!

Most Popular jamaican Rappers

For many of us, when we hear about Jamaica, the first thing that comes to our minds is not exactly hip-hop/rap music.  By the mention of Jamaica, by default, we might start visualizing reggae music, Bob Marley, beautiful beaches, Rastafarianism, coconuts, mangos, the black, green, and gold flag, and maybe some cannabis—but definitely not a … Read More

15 TOP Harlem Rappers that Everyone Should Know (2023 List!)

Top Harlem rappers

When talking about the history of hip-hop and how much different places have contributed to this rich history, Harlem is oftentimes overlooked and not properly talked about. This is always a common mistake made by hip-hop historians and custodians.  However, apart from having a rich musical/artistic culture and a reputation as a vibrant, commercial and … Read More

20 TOP Brooklyn Rappers To Start Listening To – [2023 List!]

Top Brooklyn Rappers

Be it contemporary or old-school hip-hop/rap, Brooklyn, somehow, has its feet solidly rooted in the past, present, and even the future of hip-hop/rap music.  Being the hometown of legends like The Notorious B.I.G, Nas, Big Daddy Kane and Jay-Z and also the birthplace of Mos Def, Lil’ Kim, and AZ, Brooklyn has played and still … Read More

20 TOP Jewish Rappers You Never Knew (2023 Updated List!)

Top Jewish Rappers

Hip-hop/rap is one genre that has always managed to successfully synergize or marry different styles and music cultures to create a unique and solid musical form and style. This explains why there are so many sub-genres and idioms of hip-hop/rap.  Across diverse world cultures, hip-hop will always find a way to leave its mark—this makes … Read More

2023’s Top 20 Dark Rappers That We Are Absolutely in LOVE With!

dark rappers

With the rapid growth and expansion of hip-hop/rap, we have witnessed an emergence of different sub-genres and styles over the years. One of these sub-genres is a genre known as “Dark Rap,” Horrorcore, or, horror hip hop.  Unlike hardcore hip-hop and gangsta rap, Dark rap themes often push highly violent content and imagery in their … Read More

THIS is Why Rappers Hold Up Four Fingers (All Angles Explained!)

why do rappers hold up 4 fingers

Symbolisms have always been a part of art (music included). Over the years, signs and symbols have always been a strong part of the hip-hop/rap culture.  The four-finger hand sign had always been used by rap artists from the earliest days of the rap culture. Rappers like 2pac Shakur, Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg have … Read More

2023’s Top 20 Winsconsin Rappers That We Are Totally in LOVE With!

wisconsin rappers

When talking about hip-hop in America and the entire world, we can all agree that Wisconsin would not exactly make the list of the first places to mention it.  Over the years, hip-hop/rap has travelled, settled in places, and demonstrated some dynamism over the course of its development. But regardless of this, hip-hop has not … Read More

2023’s Top 20 Boston Rappers That We Are Totally in LOVE With!

boston rappers

Hip-Hop and Rap music has a long, exciting and enormous history. With its roots going back to West Africa and its griot tradition, the history, propagation and evolution of Hip-Hop have always been an interesting case study.  Although this article is not about the history of Hip-Hop in America, it is important to remark that, … Read More

What Does MC Mean in Rap? [The Real Meaning of MC EXPLAINED]

What does MC mean in rap?

Rap is a genre of music that has been around for several decades and has evolved into a cultural phenomenon. It has become a tool for artists to express themselves through lyrics, beats, and rhymes.  One of the most important terms in the world of rap is MC (emcee), which stands for Master of Ceremonies. … Read More