They're all highly respected in the world of old-school rap. And they all hit the Top 40 just once in their careers.

Pop ruled as the most common primary genre over hip-hop in the Hot 100's top 10 throughout 2025, according to Hit Songs Deconstructed's analysis.

More than two weeks have passed since John Forté, a Grammy-nominated rapper who rose to fame in the 1990s, died. The ...

Rap music made headlines for losing its Billboard chart dominance, but it's being celebrated more than ever at the 2026 ...

Nothing about Biz Markie's unapologetically wacky, is-this-guy-for-real? 1989 hip-hop love song "Just A Friend" screamed POP HIT! The "vocalist," a Long Island, New York MC, deejay and beat boxing ...

NBA YoungBoy opens up in a Complex interview about music growth, emotional change, and a viral moment involving a pop star.

Cardi B has become one of hip-hop’s most recognizable and influential figures, known for her sharp lyrical style, unapologetic personality, and chart-topping hits like Bodak Yellow and I Like It, ...

2025 turned into a big moment for music, where singers and rappers tried wild new ideas. Instead of sticking to one style, they mixed things up, changing how songs feel. Catchy pop tracks took over ...

Brendan Carmack is the teddy bear of Chicago’s underground pop scene. The Oak Park native has been making hip-hop as Grizzy Mack since high school. Now 31, he keeps busy with music, and performing is ...

One was a 13-year-old Canadian YouTube star with pop stardom in his future. Another was a teen heartthrob in U.K. band One Direction, touring the world with hit love songs like “That’s What Makes You ...

Hip-hop has never been more popular than it is today, but many fans probably still wouldn’t know who Aubrey Graham is, even though they stream his songs every day. Going back to the early days of rap ...