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Ico
Ico
SWE • Contemporary Hip Hop

Ico

SWEHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Alikiba
Alikiba
TZA • Afrobeat

Alikiba

TZAAfricanAfrobeat
REP
REP
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop

REP

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Los Anais
Los Anais
ESP • Contemporary Hip Hop

Los Anais

ESPHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Yung Rlo
Yung Rlo
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop
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Yung Rlo

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Hydro
Hydro
CAN • Contemporary Hip Hop

Hydro

CANHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Jenni Bendz
Jenni Bendz
PHL • Mainstream Pop

Jenni Bendz

PHLPopMainstream Pop
Dj Spintelec
Dj Spintelec
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Dj Spintelec

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Zanobeats
Zanobeats
BRA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Zanobeats

BRAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Chave mestra
Chave mestra
BRA • Trap

Chave mestra

BRAHip HopTrap
Fióti
Fióti
BRA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Fióti

BRAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Filipe Ret
Filipe Ret
BRA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Filipe Ret

BRAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Dj Perez
Dj Perez
PRT • Contemporary Hip Hop

Dj Perez

PRTHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
NameIsTAZ
NameIsTAZ
USA • Trap

NameIsTAZ

USAHip HopTrap
Uno Loso
Uno Loso
USA • Trap

Uno Loso

USAHip HopTrap
TOLEDO
TOLEDO
CRI • Contemporary Hip Hop

TOLEDO

CRIHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Raku
Raku
ROU • Contemporary Hip Hop

Raku

ROUHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Sound of RUDY
Sound of RUDY
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Sound of RUDY

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Big Tyme
Big Tyme
USA • Alternative Hip Hop

Big Tyme

USAHip HopAlternative Hip Hop
Joe Moses
Joe Moses
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Joe Moses

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
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Jc La Nevula
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Jc La Nevula
DOM • Contemporary Hip Hop
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Jc La Nevula

DOMHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
NoCap
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NoCap
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop
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NoCap

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
Malik Montana
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Malik Montana
POL • Trap
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Malik Montana

POLHip HopTrap
Kanye West
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Kanye West
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop
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Kanye West

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
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Top Artists by Radio Spins Last month

Post Malone
Post Malone
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop

Post Malone

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
183.8K radio spins
Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion
USA • Contemporary Hip Hop
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Megan Thee Stallion

USAHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
130.5K radio spins
Drake
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Drake
CAN • Contemporary Hip Hop
Claimed ProfileHot

Drake

CANHip HopContemporary Hip Hop
117.7K radio spins
Eminem
Eminem
ASM • Alternative Hip Hop
Claimed Profile

Eminem

ASMHip HopAlternative Hip Hop
94K radio spins
Doja Cat
Doja Cat
USA • Mainstream Pop
Claimed Profile

Doja Cat

USAPopMainstream Pop
71.7K radio spins
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Most Streamed Spotify Tracks

Past Month
1
Hurricane
Hurricane
7.9M streams
2
Woman
Woman
7.6M streams
3
Need To Know
Need To Know
7.3M streams
4
Kiss Me More (feat. SZA)
Kiss Me More (feat. SZA)
6M streams
5
Girls Want Girls (with Lil Baby)
Girls Want Girls (with Lil Baby)
5.8M streams
6
Fair Trade (with Travis Scott)
Fair Trade (with Travis Scott)
5.5M streams
7
Off The Grid
Off The Grid
4.9M streams
8
Way 2 Sexy (with Future & Young Thug)
Way 2 Sexy (with Future & Young Thug)
4.8M streams
9
Jail
Jail
4.1M streams
10
Moon
Moon
4M streams
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Hurricane

Kanye West
2

Woman

Doja Cat
3

Need To Know

Doja Cat
4

Kiss Me More (feat. SZA)

Doja Cat, SZA
5

Girls Want Girls (with Lil Baby)

Drake, Lil Baby
6

Fair Trade (with Travis Scott)

Drake, Travis Scott
7

Off The Grid

Kanye West
8

Way 2 Sexy (with Future & Young Thug)

Drake, Future, Young Thug
9

Jail

Kanye West
10

Moon

Kanye West

Top Spotify Playlists

Global Top 50
Global Top 50
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16.3M followers
I Love My '90s Hip-Hop
I Love My '90s Hip-Hop
Spotify
6M followers
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United States Top 50
spotifycharts
3.4M followers
This Is Drake
This Is Drake
Spotify
3.3M followers
This Is Eminem
This Is Eminem
Spotify
2.4M followers
Gold School
Gold School
Spotify
2.4M followers

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Music stats for top 3,000 artists last month

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      • 22K
      • 12.2B
      • 4.6B
      • 4.4M
      22K
      Contemporary Hip Hop artists
      Spotify
      12.2B
      Streams on Spotify
      YouTube
      4.6B
      Views on YouTube
      Radio Airplay
      4.4M
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      Signature Festivals

      Rolling Loud Miami

      USAHip HopTrap
      Rolling Loud Miami
      Rolling Loud Miami
      USA • Trap

      Wireless Festival

      GBRHip HopTrap
      Wireless Festival
      Wireless Festival
      GBR • Trap

      Rolling Loud New York

      USAHip HopTrap
      Rolling Loud New York
      Rolling Loud New York
      USA • Trap

      The Governors Ball

      USAHip HopMainstream Pop
      The Governors Ball
      The Governors Ball
      USA • Mainstream Pop
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      Questions? We have answers

      Overview of Contemporary Hip Hop music

      Contemporary Hip Hop music emerged in the late 1970s in the South Bronx of New York City, as a response to social and economic conditions of the time. The genre was born out of a fusion of African American and Caribbean music, and was characterized by its use of spoken word poetry over rhythmic beats and basslines. Initially, Hip Hop was associated with street culture and was mainly performed at block parties and local clubs. However, it soon gained mainstream recognition and became a global phenomenon.

      In the 1980s, Hip Hop evolved into a more complex genre, with the introduction of new elements such as DJ scratching, sampling, and looped beats. This era also saw the emergence of a new wave of Hip Hop artists, who used their music to address social and political issues affecting their communities. The 1990s saw the golden age of Hip Hop, with artists such as Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G., and Nas, who brought a new level of lyricism and storytelling to the genre.

      In the 2000s, Hip Hop continued to evolve, with the emergence of new sub-genres such as Crunk, Trap, and Drill. These sub-genres were characterized by their heavy use of electronic beats and autotune, and often dealt with themes of drug culture and violence. Today, Hip Hop remains one of the most popular genres of music, with artists such as Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Drake continuing to push the boundaries of the genre and address important social and political issues through their music.

      Which musicians and bands defined Contemporary Hip Hop music?

      Contemporary Hip Hop music is a diverse genre with a range of artists and groups. Some of the most influential modern contemporary artists include Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Drake, Travis Scott, Cardi B, and Post Malone.

      Each artist brings their own unique style and sound to the genre, with Kendrick Lamar known for his introspective and socially conscious lyrics, J. Cole for his storytelling and lyricism, Drake for his catchy hooks and pop sensibility, Travis Scott for his autotuned melodies and trap beats, Cardi B for her unapologetic attitude and feminist message, and Post Malone for his blend of hip hop and rock influences.

      Additionally, groups such as Migos, Rae Sremmurd, and A$AP Mob have also made significant contributions to contemporary hip hop music with their catchy hooks, unique flows, and energetic performances.

      Which songs and albums defined Contemporary Hip Hop music?

      Contemporary Hip Hop has produced some incredible music albums and songs that have captured the attention of music lovers worldwide. Some of the most popular albums in this genre include Kendrick Lamar's "DAMN.", J. Cole's "4 Your Eyez Only", and Drake's "Views". These albums feature a fusion of beats, lyrics, and vocals that represent the best of contemporary Hip Hop.

      Some of the most popular songs in this genre include "God's Plan" by Drake, "HUMBLE." by Kendrick Lamar, and "Mask Off" by Future.

      Other notable albums and songs in this genre include "Culture" by Migos, and "To Pimp a Butterfly" by Kendrick Lamar. These albums and songs represent the best of contemporary Hip Hop and continue to inspire and influence the genre to this day.

      Which music festivals, concerts and events represent Contemporary Hip Hop music?

      Some music festivals and events that represent Contemporary Hip Hop music genre include Rolling Loud, Lollapalooza, Coachella, Wireless Festival, and Afro Nation. These festivals often feature a variety of contemporary hip hop artists, such as Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, Cardi B, and Post Malone.

      They showcase the latest trends and styles in hip hop music and culture, as well as up-and-coming acts and emerging artists. These festivals are known for their high energy performances, impressive production values, and diverse crowds. They attract music fans from around the world who are passionate about hip hop and its influence on contemporary culture.