This week’s new music rollout leans heavily into singles, with a mix of established names and rising voices delivering fresh ...

Hip-hop has always thrived on curiosity — digging through crates, sampling unexpected genres, and pushing artists to explore beyond the obvious. From Bronx block parties to Twitch beat battles, the ...

“Rapper’s Delight” will always be considered the song that introduced hip-hop to the masses. The Sugarhill Gang classic with its tongue-twisting opening – “I said a-hip, hop, the hippie, the hippie to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Hip Hop and R&B songs rarely win Song of the Year, making each victory a major moment for songwriting recognition. These Grammy ...

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 ...

To get you in the mood for Valentine’s Day, here are some of The Root’s favorite rap love songs. While hip-hop is often characterized by its bravado and aggression, the genre has also flourished ...

YouTube Music’s algorithm can either keep you inspired with fresh hip-hop or flood you with songs you don’t care about. By understanding how it works and making intentional choices, you can create a ...

A look at hip-hop’s transformative impact in honor of its 50th anniversary. Hip-hop was once narrowly thought of as a trend in music that would ultimately fizzle out. Now, at its 50th anniversary, hip ...

Perseverance has always been the impetus of hip-hop music. Built on themes of overcoming adversity and fighting through hardship, the genre has birthed some of the most inspirational artists, whose ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Hip-hop is bigger than ever, as it’s the most-consumed genre of ...

While plenty of energy was spent this year debating whether or not rap was still at the forefront of pop culture as it reached its fiftieth anniversary, there was no shortage of exciting new music to ...