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Noisey selects five hip-hop artists that ended up being way ahead of their time, either stylistically or in how they navigated their careers.
Noisey selects six hip-hop and R&B songs across history that will make for the perfect soundtrack at your next family reunion.
Kanye West has compared himself to a lot of famous figures over the years. Here's why he believed that he was similar to Princess Diana back in 2007.
Over 16 years ago, Jay-Z essentially predicted what the modern music industry would look like today, crediting Napster for the shift.
The skies are busy this week, and the themes are hard to miss: what you’re building, what you’re avoiding, and what’s finally demanding your...
A lot of rappers talk tough, but these artists stand behind their words. Noisey selects three rappers who can actually fight.
Kendrick Lamar opens up about the state of hip-hop in 2012 and how it matured over the years with artists speaking up about more issues.
Frank Ocean recalled feeling particularly jaded when he first got signed and how he initially felt trapped as a songwriter at the time.
Drake reflected in 2011 on how his big major label debut album, 'Thank Me Later', was a low point in his career.
Nowadays, Tyler, the Creator is one of the premier rappers working today. He’s built a strong core audience at a gradual pace, eventually boosting...
Everyone has their dream collaborations. Fans will listen to their favorite artists and imagine what they sound like next to their other favs. It...
Noisey selects three of the best new hip-hop songs and R&B records from this week’s loaded slate of releases.
Beef is alive and well within hip-hop in 2026. Now, two of the underground’s most prominent rappers are bickering back and forth, calling each other...
Oftentimes, when people think about jazz, they think of it as extremely mellow. Whether they’re thinking of classic artists like John Coltrane or...
The relationship between 50 Cent and Eminem is well-documented. As the former was terrorizing and antagonizing everyone in the industry, he found a...
‘Crazy’ has been a word commonly associated with Kanye West. He’s been on the record about struggling with Bipolar Type-1, as well as mental...
When thinking about the greatest of all time, it’s hard not to imagine Jay-Z somewhere in the conversation. The resume speaks for itself; decades...
The most surefire way to get a hit today is through online virality. Gone are the days of radio discerning whether or not they’ll blast a song at...
A majority of rap fans are inclined to have André 3000 in their GOAT conversations. Whether it’s the illustrious Outkast discography or his lauded...
Tragedy strikes the family, friends, and fans of Digital Underground rapper Cleetis Mack. He passed away unexpectedly, according to a new report from...
Everyone loves the ‘golden age‘ of hip-hop. However, when they talk about it, the artists they choose feel a little predictable. Of course, you...
Trap music has taken on a lot of different forms over the years. In its inception, it was deeply southern hip-hop, specifically about drug dealing....
Drake reflects on his love life back in 2013 and how a conversation with Will Smith helped him realize he didn't know what real love was.
Vince Staples argues in an old interview that rappers are the new rock stars and that hip-hop defines pop culture.
Ja Rule and 50 Cent have beefed for decades now. However, there was a time he tried to end their feud, with the help of one religious leader.
Of all the rappers that have entered Hollywood over the years, Noisey selects six artists that were just as good at acting as rapping.
Lil Wayne reflects on his prolific run of guest verses in 2007, feeling like he set the bar for everyone in hip-hop at the time.
In hip-hop's rich history, there have been so many iconic album covers. Noisey selects four that show the importance of good album art.
Noisey selects four extremely underrated R&B artists that you might've forgotten over the years and should add to your 90s R&B playlist.
The Weeknd explains why he used to go anonymous when he first started out in his career and how fame drove him a little crazy.
Every week, seemingly a gazillion new hip-hop songs are released on streaming services. From SoundCloud and Bandcamp exclusives to the endless array...
It’s easy to wonder what 90s hip-hop artists would sound like if they came out today. What would Tupac rap over if he were still alive? What does...
Burnout can make anyone vehemently hate their job. It’s the risk you take making your passion your career. You come into it with pure intentions and...
Freestyling is a lost art in hip-hop today. It’s one of the foundational practices that built hip-hop as a culture. Rappers would huddle on street...
The relationship between Usher and Diddy is well-documented at this point. During Usher’s teenage years, he was sent to the Bad Boy Mogul’s house...
Oftentimes, 80s hip-hop can go overlooked when considering the rich history of hip-hop. Naturally, people flock to the ‘golden age‘ in the 90s....
Being a perfectionist can be complicated. On one hand, it’s great for an artist to be meticulous about details or making sure that a take comes out...
2025 was a phenomenal year for music. However, it wasn’t quite filled with the blockbuster hip-hop albums as in years prior. Instead, new names and...
Have you ever heard a song and thought, “Man, that should’ve been the single,” or, “Why wasn’t this a hit?” It can feel like wasted...
Hip-hop is frequently considered a young man’s sport. When you’re younger, you’re beaming with fresh, new ideas and the energy to act on all of...
When you listen to The Weeknd, his musical influences become immediately evident. The further he got into his career, the more he gleaned from Michael...
In a world where it can feel hard to find your soulmate, Noisey selects six classic R&B songs that feel like finding the love of your life.
Noisey selects six classic hip-hop and R&B albums with no skips from 2016 that are turning 10 years old this year.
Q-Tip thinks about whether or not hip-hop is dead and how important the underground scene is to keeping it alive.
Sade Adu explains in a throwback interview why she would take years at a time painstakingly making a new album.
Playboi Carti recalled in a 2021 profile how much MF DOOM's music meant to him and why he referenced him on 'Whole Lotta Red'.
Tyler, The Creator rants in an Instagram story post about the lack of privacy he has after security footage came out of him in a book store.
Sabrina Carpenter brings out another shocking guest after bringing out tons of them during her first night headlining Coachella.
Zayn Malik comes to blows with former One Direction bandmate Louis Tomlinson after reportedly cutting his head and giving him a concussion.
Lil Wayne opens up about how he feels after not being invited to take part in any of the festivities at the Grammys or Coachella this year.
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