Tems achieves her fourth No. 1 on Billboard's Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart as "What You Need" crowns the list dated July 4. The single climbs from the runner-up spot, reflecting its status as ...

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For the first time since 2013, T.I. rules Billboard's Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, as "Let 'Em Know" jumps from No. 4 to crown the radio ranking dated March 14. The track cements its standing ...

Billboard‘s recent rule changes sparked a concerned discussion after they resulted in a two-week absence of rap music in the Hot 100 chart’s top 40 for the first time in almost three decades. “Is ...

Sexual objectification of women is present in many male rap artists’ songs, but female artists are flipping that narrative with songs that uplift women and promote empowerment. (Frank Schwichtenberg / ...

November is Hip Hop History Month, a time for us to reflect on the pivotal moments that have shaped the Hip Hop genre and culture at large. One of those pivotal moments that will probably stand out ...

When Nas said “hip-hop is dead,” this certainly isn’t what he meant. Since 1990, rap music has topped the music charts as arguably the most impactful genre in the world. But for the first time in ...

*Mainstream music has grown more competitive. Hip-hop and R&B no longer control the outsized share of charts they held for ...

E. Ness has long stood as one of Philadelphia’s most respected voices in hip-hop. Known for his sharp delivery, commanding presence, and unmistakable rhythmic cadence, he is more than just a battle ...

The hip-hop world is in the midst of a transformative era, with Southern female rappers emerging as forces to be reckoned with. What started as a small movement has now grown into a cultural ...

The intersection of faith and hip-hop has never been more relevant, and Roc Boy Preezy’s latest track “SAVED” proves why Christian rap is capturing mainstream attention in 2025. The highly touted ...