In a year that had no rap songs in the Billboard Hot 100’s Top 40 for the first time since 1990, rap thrived in so many other ways. This list of the 25 best rap albums of 2025 includes grand ...

It was the best of hip-hop times. It was the worst of hip-hop times. Ha! 2025 was a rollercoaster of rap music’s highs and lows. The duality was so real. I can’t recall a year with such a wide array ...

Rap in 2025 was all about experimentation. From the year’s first runaway hit, NBA player-turned-musician Gelo’s single “Tweaker,” to the maximalist ecclesiastics of Playboi Carti’s Music, or even in ...

Death, though inevitable, is always a tough pill to swallow. This year, the rap world has been rocked by news of the passing of several notable hip-hop artists. "I just wanna say, Irv, I love you," Ja ...

2024 will be hard to top. The year included chart-topping albums from Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Tyler, The Creator, Future, Ye, 21 Savage and Yeat, and critically acclaimed releases from the likes of ...

The year 2025's standout tracks reflected shifts in sound, storytelling, and digital influence. Kehlani, Clipse, and Doechii each brought unique perspectives that resonated across platforms. These ...

Every year, we’re told that hip-hop is in crisis. But if you ask us, it feels like there’s too much heat to keep up with. What’s lost on the chart-watchers lamenting rap’s mainstream lull is that the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora & hip-hop's class acts. LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 2: Kendrick Lamar wins the award for Record of ...

The Recording Academy has officially announced the nominees for Best Rap Album at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards, delivering one of the most competitive lineups in recent memory. This year features multiple ...

From stadiums to arenas, the biggest rap and hip hop artists in the industry are taking over this year. Artists such as Chris Brown and Kendrick Lamar are just a few of the major artists you can catch ...

This constant movement keeps rap exciting and relevant. In 2025, rap once again reminded us of its power. Throughout the year, we saw the release of albums and standout songs that captured attention ...