The rap industry has been one of the most popular and profitable industries in the past decades its ability to reach the masses. A well-known rap artist can easily make millions of dollars, especially if they have a catchy song. One example is Eminem, who earned $146 million in his career in 1999. This post will feature the top 20 famous young rappers you should know about.
1. Juice Wrld – American Rapper
| Juice Wrld American Rapper | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Juice Wrld – American Rapper |
| Born | December 2, 1998 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Other Names | JuiceTheKidd |
| Genres | Hip hop, emo rap, trap, SoundCloud rap, alternative rock, pop rap |
| Years Active | 2015–2019 |
| Labels | Grade A, Interscope, Polydor |
| Education | Homewood-Flossmoor High School |
| Partners | Alexia Smith, Ally Lotti |
| Relatives | Young Dolph (second cousin) |
| Cause of Death | Acute oxycodone and codeine intoxication |
| Resting Place | Beverly Cemetery, Blue Island, Illinois |
| Notable Songs | “Lucid Dreams”, “All Girls Are the Same”, “Lean wit Me”, “Wasted”, “Armed and Dangerous”, “Robbery”, “Come & Go” |
| Posthumous Albums | Legends Never Die, Fighting Demons |
| Popular Collaborations | Marshmello, Lil Uzi Vert, Future, Eminem, BTS, Ellie Goulding, Benny Blanco, NBA YoungBoy, G Herbo, Chance the Rapper |
| Legacy | Impactful contribution to emo rap and SoundCloud rap genres |
Jarad Anthony Higgins was born in 1998, known professionally as Juice Wrld (pronounced “juice world”; stylized as Juice WRLD), and was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. In 2016, Juice Wrld released his first mixtape, “Robbery”, which later became a certified hit single.
On August 31, 2017, Juice WRLD released his second mixtape, “Thank God It’s Friday”. The album peaked at position 18 on the charts U.S. Billboard 200. In 2018 Juice WRLD signed with Interscope Records and released the mixtapes “Get Real” and “Lucid Dreams”, which included the singles “All Girls Are The Same” and “No Long Talk”.
2. Polo G
| Polo G | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Taurus Tremani Bartlett |
| Birthdate | January 6, 1999 (age 24) |
| Birthplace | Old Town, Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Other Names | Polo Capalot, Lil Capalot, Polo G, Wolo G, The Goat |
| Education | Wendell Phillips Academy High School |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, drill, conscious hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, songwriter, record executive |
| Years Active | 2017–present |
| Labels | Columbia, ODA |
| Children | 1 |
| Notable Albums | Die a Legend, The Goat, Hall of Fame |
| Billboard Success | Peaked at no. 6 and no. 2 on Billboard 200 with debut album and The Goat, respectively. Hall of Fame became his first chart-topping album with the no. 1 single “Rapstar.” |
| Influences | Lil Wayne, Tupac Shakur, Gucci Mane, Lil Durk, G Herbo |
| Social Impact | Honored in Forbes 30 Under 30 (Music category) |
| Legal Incidents | Arrested in June 2021 on various charges, including battery of an officer and threatening a public servant. Charges dropped in November 2021 due to insufficient evidence. |
| Personal Growth | Overcame drug addiction and sought help after a near-fatal overdose. |
Taurus Tremani Bartlett was born in 1999, known professionally as Polo G, and is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. With his hits “Finer Things” and “Pop Out,” he became well-known. His debut album Die a Legend peaked at number six on the U.S. Billboard 200 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA.
3. Travis Scott
| Travis Scott | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Travis Scott |
| Birthdate | April 30, 1991 |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Other Names | La Flame, Cactus Jack |
| Occupations | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Years Active | 2008–present |
| Labels | Epic Records, GOOD Music, Grand Hustle, Cactus Jack Records |
| Musical Genres | Hip Hop, Southern Hip Hop, Trap, Psychedelic, Pop Rap, Alternative Hip Hop |
| Notable Albums | Rodeo, Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight, Astroworld, JackBoys (with Cactus Jack Records) |
| Billboard Hits | “Sicko Mode”, “Highest in the Room”, “Franchise” |
| Collaborations | Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho (with Quavo) |
| Awards | Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Award, MTV Video Music Award, BET Hip Hop Awards |
| Notable Ventures | Collaboration with Nike, Collaboration with Dior, McDonald’s Partnership |
| Controversies | Safety concerns at concerts, Astroworld Festival incident (2021) |
Jacques Bermon Webster II was born in 1991, known professionally as Travis Scott, and is an American rapper and singer. He started as a solo performer in 2010, releasing his debut album “Rise of the Scott” in 2012. “Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight,” his debut album, was released on September 16, 2016. On Billboard 200, the album debuted at the top spot.
4. Lil Baby
| Lil Baby | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lil Baby |
| Birth Name | Dominique Armani Jones |
| Born | December 3, 1994 |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Capitol, Motown, Quality Control, 4PF, Wolfpack, YSL |
| Children | 2 |
| Rise to Fame | Rose to mainstream fame in 2017 with the release of his mixtape “Perfect Timing”. His debut studio album “Harder Than Ever” (2018) spawned the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 single “Yes Indeed” (with Drake). “My Turn” (2020) became the best-selling album of 2020. Collaborative album “The Voice of the Heroes” (2021) won the Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance. |
| Achievements | Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance (2022). MTV Video Music Award. Two BET Awards. Named Apple Music’s Artist of the Year in 2020. |
| Early Life | Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Overcame a challenging upbringing and involvement in illegal activities. Encouraged to pursue a career in rap by label founder Kevin “Coach K” Lee. Mentored by Young Thug and Gunna. |
| Discography | Notable projects include debut studio album “Harder Than Ever” (2018), mixtapes “Drip Harder” (with Gunna) and “Street Gossip”, sophomore album “My Turn” (2020), and collaborative album “The Voice of the Heroes” (with Lil Durk). |
| Personal Life | Has a son from a previous relationship. Dated model and entrepreneur Jayda Cheaves. Arrested on a drug charge in 2021 during Paris Fashion Week. |
| Film and Documentary | Starred in the film “How High 2” (2019). Subject of the documentary film “Untrapped: The Story of Lil Baby” (2022). |
Dominique Armani Jones was born in 1994, known professionally as Lil Baby or Lil Baby D. McCoy, and is an American rapper. He became prominent for his collaborations with fellow Atlanta-based rappers Quavo and Gunna as part of the rap trio Migos.
He released his debut mixtape, “Harder Than Ever,” on May 31, 2018. The mixtape peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified gold by the RIAA.
5. XXXTentacion
| XXXTentacion | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy (XXXTentacion) |
| Birthdate | January 23, 1998 |
| Birthplace | Plantation, Florida, U.S. |
| Death | June 18, 2018 (aged 20), Deerfield Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Cause of Death | Murder (multiple gunshot wounds to the neck) |
| Resting Place | Gardens of Boca Raton Memorial Park, Boca Raton, Florida, U.S. |
| Other Names | XXXXTriple X, Jah, Young Dagger Dick |
| Occupations | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Genres | Emo rap, SoundCloud rap, hip hop, lo-fi, trap metal, nu metal, indie rock, punk rock |
| Years Active | 2013–2018 |
| Labels | Bad Vibes Forever, Empire, Capitol, Caroline, Columbia |
| Legacy | Leading figure in emo rap and SoundCloud rap genres |
| Legal Troubles | Controversial figure due to widely publicized legal troubles |
| Family and Personal Life | Born to Jamaican parents, Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy and Cleopatra Eretha Dreena Bernard |
| Career | Started music career on SoundCloud in 2013 |
| Murder and Aftermath | Murdered on June 18, 2018, at the age of 20 |
Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy was born in 1998, known professionally as XXXTentacion, and is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He released his first studio album in 2017, “17”, which peaked at number two on the Billboard 200. On March 16, 2018, his second album, “?”, was available. He was shot and killed in 2018 at the age of 20.
6. Lil Uzi Vert
| Lil Uzi Vert | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lil Uzi Vert |
| Birth Name | Symere Bysil Woods |
| Also Known As | Sealab Vertical, Renji, Baby Pluto, Uzi Vert |
| Born | July 31, 1995 |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, emo rap, alternative hip hop |
| Occupation | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2012–present |
| Labels | Roc Nation, Atlantic, Generation Now |
| Partner | JT (2019–present) |
| Debut Single | “Money Longer” |
| Notable Hits | “Bad and Boujee”, “XO Tour Llif3”, “Just Wanna Rock” |
| Albums | Luv Is Rage 2, Eternal Atake, Pink Tape |
| Accolades | MTV Video Music Award for Song of Summer |
| Notable Collaborations | ASAP Mob, Gucci Mane, Migos, The Weeknd, Playboi Carti |
Sycamore Woods was born in 1994, known professionally as Lil Uzi Vert or simply Lil Uzi is an American rapper. He gained recognition after releasing several projects online. In 2015 he signed with Atlantic Records and released his debut studio album “Luv Is Rage”. On the U.S. chart, it peaked at number two. Billboard 200 chart and received a Platinum RIAA certification.
7. Ski Mask the Slump God
| Ski Mask the Slump God | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ski Mask the Slump God |
| Birth Name | Stokeley Clevon Goulbourne |
| Also Known As | SkiSki Mask |
| Birthdate | April 18, 1996 |
| Birthplace | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S. |
| Origin | Broward County, Florida |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, punk rap, meme rap, SoundCloud rap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2014–present |
| Labels | Victor Victor Republic |
| Member of | Members Only |
| Rise to Prominence | Initially rose to prominence alongside XXXTentacion |
| Mixtapes | “Drown in Designer” (2016), “You Will Regret” (2017) |
| Albums | Debut album “Stokeley” (2018) |
| Notable Songs | “BabyWipe”, “Catch Me Outside”, “Faucet Failure”, “Nuketown” |
| Collaborations | Offset, Lil Yachty, A$AP Ferg, Lil Peep, Desiigner, Denzel Curry |
| Notable Performances | Rolling Loud Festival |
| Heart Condition | Underwent surgery in March 2018 |
| Activism | Supports the legalization of gay marriage |
| Personal Connections | Close friends with XXXTentacion and Juice Wrld |
| Legal Issues | Previously faced legal issues for possession and driving charges |
Malcolm Lamar Gillum was born in 1996, known professionally as Ski Mask the Slump God, and is an American rapper and songwriter. He joined Columbia Records in 2015 and released his debut album that year studio album “Death of a King,” on October 27, 2017. The album reached number six U.S. Billboard 200 chart on the charts and was certified gold by the RIAA.
8. 21 Savage
| 21 Savage | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph |
| Birthdate | October 22, 1992 (age 30) |
| Birthplace | Plaistow, London, England |
| Origin | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, songwriter, record producer |
| Years Active | 2014–present |
| Labels | Epic, Slaughter Gang |
| Children | 3 |
| Debut Studio Album | “Issa Album” (2017) |
| Chart Success | – “Bank Account” reached #12 on Billboard Hot 100 |
| Notable Features | – Collaborative EP “Savage Mode” with Metro Boomin |
| Legal Issues | – Arrested by ICE for overstaying visa |
Shamar Bailey was born in 1992, known professionally as 21 Savage, and is an American rapper. He agreed to a record deal with the 2013 American record label “300 Entertainment.” He released his debut mixtape, “The Slaughter Tape,” in 2015. On December 5, 2016, he released his debut studio album “Issa Album”. It debuted atop the U.S. Billboard 200 and was certified gold by the RIAA.
9. ASAP Rocky
| ASAP Rocky | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | ASAP Rocky |
| Born | October 3, 1988 |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
| Other Names | Lord Flacko, Pretty Flacko Jodye II |
| Education | Bayard Rustin Educational Complex |
| Occupations | Rapper, songwriter, singer, record producer |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Partner | Rihanna |
| Children | 1 |
| Awards | BET Award, BET Hip Hop Awards, MTV Video Music Award Japan |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, psychedelic, experimental hip hop |
| Labels | ASAP Worldwide, AWGE, Polo Grounds, RCA |
| Member of | ASAP Mob |
| Debut Studio Album | Long. Live. A$AP |
| Studio Albums | At. Long. Last. A$AP, Testing |
| Notable Songs | “Peso”, “Fuckin’ Problems”, “L$D”, “Goldie” |
| Record Certifications | Long. Live. A$AP: Double Platinum, At. Long. Last. A$AP: Gold |
| Influences | Eric B. & Rakim, Mobb Deep, Three 6 Mafia, UGK, Run DMC, Wu-Tang Clan, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony |
Rakim Athelaston Mayers was born in 1988, known professionally as ASAP Rocky, and is an American rapper and musician. “Long. Live. ASAP,” his debut studio album, was made available on March 26, 2013. The album debuted on chart at position two U.S. Billboard 200, selling 187,000 copies in its first week of release. In October 2017, he issued his second studio album, “At. Long. Last. ASAP.”
10. Migos
| Migos | Information |
|---|---|
| Origin | Lawrenceville, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap |
| Years Active | 2008-present |
| Labels | Quality Control, YRN, Motown, Capitol, 300, Atlantic |
| Spinoffs | Huncho Jack, Unc & Phew |
| Members | Quavo, Offset |
| Past Members | Takeoff |
| Debut Album | “Yung Rich Nation” (2015) |
| Breakout Single | “Versace” (2013) |
| Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Hits | “Bad and Boujee,” “MotorSport,” “Stir Fry,” “Walk It Talk It” |
| Notable Collaborations | Drake, Lil Uzi Vert, Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Pharrell Williams |
| Popular Albums | “Culture,” “Culture II,” “Culture III” |
| Television Appearance | Donald Glover’s comedy-drama series “Atlanta” (2016) |
| Tragic Event | Takeoff’s untimely death in November 2022 |
| Influential Contribution | Popularizing trap music and North Atlanta sound |
| Cultural Impact | Shaping pop culture and influencing English language |
| Musical Influences | Outkast, Gucci Mane, Hot Boys, Lil Wayne, Master P |
Founded in 2008, the American hip-hop group Migos is based in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The group comprises Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff, the stage names of three rappers.
Coach K, the former manager of Atlanta rappers Gucci Mane and Young Jeezy, is in charge of their management. They usually work with producers like Murda Beatz and Zaytoven.
The group released their commercial debut single “Versace” in 2013, taken from their mixtape “Y.R.N. (Young Rich Niggas)”, which garnered attention for its breakout single “Bad and Boujee”.
11. Post Malone
| Post Malone | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Post Malone |
| Birthdate | July 4, 1995 (age 28) |
| Birthplace | Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Occupations | Rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer |
| Years Active | 2011–present |
| Works | Discography |
| Genres | Hip hop, pop rap, pop, R&B, trap, rap rock, cloud rap |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Labels | Republic, Mercury |
| Debut Single | “White Iverson” |
| Notable Albums | – Stoney |
| Notable Singles | – “Congratulations” (featuring Quavo) |
| Record Sales | Over 80 million records sold |
| Billboard Records | – First solo artist to top the Rap Airplay and Adult Contemporary charts |
| Notable Awards | – 10 Billboard Music Awards |
| Personal Background | – Raised in Grapevine, Texas |
Malcolm Lamar Malone was born in 1995, known professionally as Post Malone or simply Post Malone. He is an American rapper and singer. He rose to prominence in 2016 with his single “Rockstar” from his debut studio album “Stoney”. The song was a Billboard Hot 100 hit at position 77 number one becoming the first song by a solo male artist to do so in nearly 18 years since Michael Jackson’s “You Rock My World” in 2001.
12. DaBaby
| DaBaby | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | DaBaby |
| Birth Name | Jonathan Lyndale Kirk |
| Also Known As | Baby Jesus |
| Birthdate | December 22, 1991 |
| Birthplace | Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Origin | Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years Active | 2014–present |
| Labels | Billion Dollar Baby |
| Children | 4 |
| Debut Album | “Baby on Baby” (2019) |
| Popular Singles | – “Suge” |
| Collaborations | – “Enemies” by Post Malone |
| Awards | – Grammy Award nomination (for “Rockstar”) |
| Notable Mixtapes | – “Nonfiction” |
| Record Label | Billion Dollar Baby Entertainment |
| Collaborative Projects | – “Better than You” (mixtape with YoungBoy Never Broke Again) |
Jonathan Lyndale Kirk was born in 1991, known professionally as DaBaby, and is an American rapper. Between 2014 and 2018, he issued several mixtapes, which helped him get recognition among the general public in 2019. His first official release, “Baby on Baby”, was released in June 2018, peaking at number 47 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
13. Chance The Rapper
| Chance The Rapper | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Chance The Rapper |
| Birthdate | April 16, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Education | Jones College Prep High School |
| Occupations | Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Years Active | 2011–present |
| Organization | SocialWorks |
| Spouse | Kirsten Corley (married in 2019) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Taylor Bennett (brother) |
| Awards | Multiple awards and accolades |
| Genres | Hip hop, Alternative hip hop, R&B |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Formerly of | Savemoney, The Social Experiment |
| Debut Mixtape | 10 Day |
| Breakthrough Mixtape | Acid Rap |
| Critically Acclaimed Mixtape | Coloring Book |
| Grammy Awards | 3 wins, including Best Rap Album for Coloring Book |
| Debut Studio Album | The Big Day |
| Chicago Collective Membership | Savemoney |
| Band Membership | The Social Experiment |
| Social Activism | Involved in social activism in the Chicago area |
| Influences | Inspired by Kanye West |
| Meeting with Barack Obama | Personally met President Obama in his youth |
| Earliest Performances | Started at the YOUmedia Lyricist Loft in Chicago |
| Mixtape Recognition | Acid Rap listed on Rolling Stone’s 50 Best Albums of 2013 |
| Collaboration with Childish Gambino | “They Don’t Like Me” |
| Collaboration with Macklemore & Ryan Lewis | “Need To Know” |
| Collaboration with Skrillex | “Show Me Love” (Remix) |
| Forbes 30 Under 30 | Listed on Forbes 30 Under 30 music list in 2015 |
| Short Film | Released “Mr. Happy” |
| Album Release | “Surf” released for free on iTunes |
| Bonnaroo Music Festival | Performed at the festival in the super jam concert collection |
| Collaborative Mixtape with Lil B | Released “Free (Based Freestyles Mixtape)” |
| Saturday Night Live Performance | Performed “Somewhere in Paradise” |
| Collaboration with Kanye West | Co-wrote and appeared on several tracks of “The Life of Pablo” |
| Remix with Skrillex | Featured on Skrillex’s remix of Hundred Waters’ “Show Me Love” |
Chancellor Johnathan Bennett was born in 1993 and, known as Chance the Rapper is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. At 10, he began to showcase his talent through song-making to friends and family. In 2013 he released his first mixtape, “Acid Rap,” on April 30. It received widespread acclaim from critics and was ranked as one of the best mixtapes of 2013 by many publications such as Pitchfork Media and “XXL”.
14. Tyler, The Creator
| Tyler The Creator | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Tyler, The Creator |
| Birthdate | March 6, 1991 (age 32) |
| Birthplace | Hawthorne, California, U.S. |
| Other Names | Ace the Creator, Gap Tooth T, DJ Stank Daddy, Tyler Haley, Wolf Haley, Tyler Baudelaire, Bunny Hop |
| Occupations | Rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, actor |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Genres | Alternative hip hop, bedroom pop, jazz rap, R&B, neo soul, horrorcore |
| Labels | Columbia, Odd Future, Sony, RED, XL |
| Member of | Odd Future, I Smell Panties |
| Debut Mixtape | Bastard (2009) |
| Mainstream Breakthrough | Goblin (2011) – featuring the single “Yonkers” |
| Stylistic Evolution | Transition from horrorcore to alternative hip hop with the album Wolf (2013) |
| Notable Albums | Cherry Bomb (2015), Flower Boy (2017), Igor (2019), Call Me If You Get Lost (2021) |
| Critical Acclaim | Grammy-winning albums: Igor (Best Rap Album, 2020) and Call Me If You Get Lost (Best Rap Album, 2022) |
| Visual Artistry | Created cover art for Odd Future’s releases, clothing, and merchandise |
| Entrepreneurship | Founder of streetwear brand Golf Wang and the annual music festival Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival |
| Streaming Service | Founded and operated Golf Media (2015-2018) with original scripted series and livestream of Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival |
| Early Life | Born in Hawthorne, California to a Nigerian father and mixed African-American and white Canadian mother Raised in Hawthorne, later moved to Ladera Heights Showed artistic creativity from a young age and self-taught piano at 14 |
| Education | Attended multiple schools in Los Angeles and Sacramento areas Joined drama class in 8th grade but got kicked out for being too hyper Not allowed to join band class in 9th grade due to inability to read music |
| Work Experience | Worked at FedEx for a short period, Starbucks for over two years |
| Stage Name | Derived from a Myspace page used for posting creative endeavors |
| Collective Formation | Co-founded Odd Future (2007) with other members |
| Television | Loiter Squad (2012-2014), a 15-minute live-action show with sketches, pranks, and music by Odd Future members |
| Ban from UK | Banned from visiting the United Kingdom for three to five years in 2015, citing lyrics from the mixtape Bastard as the reason |
| Collaborations | Worked with artists such as Frank Ocean, Jay Z, and Bill Nye |
| TV Show | Nuts + Bolts, exploring Tyler, the Creator’s interests and creative processes, premiered in 2017 on Viceland |
Tyler Gregory Okonma was born in 1991, known professionally as Tyler, the Creator, and is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He gained notoriety when he joined the rap group Odd Future. At 17, he released his first studio album, “Goblin”, on October 31, 2010. Critics gave the album five-star ratings, debuting at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart with first-week sales of 101,000 copies and jumpstarted Tyler’s career.
15. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
| A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie |
| Birthdate | December 6, 1995 |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Highbridge The Label, Atlantic |
| Debut Studio Album | The Bigger Artist (2017) |
| Notable Albums | Hoodie SZN (2018), Artist 2.0 (2020) |
| Latest Album | Me vs. Myself (2022) |
| Highest-Charting Singles | “Numbers,” “Look Back at It,” “Drowning” |
| Collaborations | Lil Durk, Roddy Ricch, Lil Uzi Vert, H.E.R. |
| Accolades | XXL’s 2017 Freshman Class |
“Artist Julius Dubose was born an American rapper, singer, and songwriter born in 1995 goes A Boogie wit da Hoodie, his stage name (or just A Boogie). His breakthrough single “Let’s Not Play Around” peaked at eight on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. He has since released two more mixtapes: “A Long Night of Goodbyes” (2017) and “The Bigger Artist” (2018).
16. J.I.D
| J I D | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | J.I.D |
| Birthdate | October 31, 1990 (age 32) |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Education | Stephenson High School, Hampton University |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Dreamville, Interscope, SinceThe80s |
| Member of | Spillage Village, Zoink Gang |
| Musical Collective | Spillage Village |
| Debut Studio Album | “The Never Story” (2017) |
| Second Studio Album | “DiCaprio 2” (2018) |
| Popular Single | “151 Rum” |
| Highest Charting Single | “Enemy” |
| Recent Album | “The Forever Story” (2022) |
| Collaborative Groups | Zoink Gang |
| Influences | Sly and the Family Stone, D’Angelo, Wu-Tang Clan, Little Dragon, Nas, Jay-Z, OutKast, T.I., Goodie Mob, Gucci Mane |
Jamal Las Vegas Davis was born in 1990, known professionally as J.I.D, and is an American rapper. After a series of mixtapes issued by fellow rappers such as Offset, he formed the group PND with Sad Boy in September 2017. “The Never Story,” his debut studio album, was released by him on November 17, 2018, to critical acclaim and commercial success.
17. Lil Tjay
| Lil Tjay | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lil Tjay |
| Birth Name | Tione Jayden Merritt |
| Date of Birth | April 30, 2001 |
| Age | 22 |
| Birthplace | Bronx, New York City, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter |
| Genres | Hip hop, Trap, Drill, R&B |
| Labels | Columbia Records |
| Years Active | 2016–present |
| Debut Studio Album | True 2 Myself (2019) |
| Notable Song | “Brothers” |
| Chart Success | “Calling My Phone” (feat. 6lack) |
| Notable Collaborations | Polo G, PrettyMuch, 6lack, Pop Smoke |
| Albums | True 2 Myself (2019) |
| Shooting Incident | June 2022, Survived Near-Fatal Shooting |
| Influence | Drake, Meek Mill, Usher |
Jayden Merritt was born in 2001, known professionally as Lil Tjay, and is an American rapper. True 2 Myself, Lil Tjay’s first studio album, was released in 2019. He released the mixtape State of Emergency the next year, containing only drill artists from New York City.
18. N.B.A. Young Boy
| N B A Young Boy | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | NBA YoungBoy |
| Birth Name | Kentrell DeSean Gaulden |
| Also Known As | YoungBoy Never Broke Again, NBA YoungBoy, YoungBoy |
| Birthdate | October 20, 1999 |
| Birthplace | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, southern hip hop, gangsta rap, trap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Never Broke Again, Motown (current), Atlantic (former) |
| Spouse | Jazlyn Mychelle Hayes (married in 2023) |
| Children | 11 |
| Signed Record Deal | Signed with Atlantic Records in August 2017 |
| Chart-Topping Albums | “Until Death Call My Name” (2018), “AI YoungBoy 2” (2019), “38 Baby 2” (2020), “Top” (2020), “Sincerely, Kentrell” (2021), “The Last Slimeto” (2022), “I Rest My Case” (2023), “Don’t Try This at Home” (2023) |
| Legal Issues | Career marked by a long history of legal issues since 2016 |
| Early Life | Born on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Raised by maternal grandmother; Dropped out of high school in ninth grade |
| Musical Career | Gained popularity with mixtape “38 Baby” in 2016; Signed record deal in 2017; Released successful albums and charted with singles |
| House Arrest | Placed on 14 months of house arrest in 2019 |
| Recent Projects | Released albums “The Last Slimeto” (2022), “I Rest My Case” (2023), and “Don’t Try This at Home” (2023) |
| Collaborations | Collaborated with artists like Juice Wrld, Lil Wayne, Rich the Kid |
| YouTube Influence | Consistently one of the most-watched musicians on YouTube |
Kentrell DeSean Gaulden was born in 1999, known professionally as YoungBoy Never Broke Again, also known as N.B.A. YoungBoy or simply YoungBoy. His first studio album, Until Death, Call My Name (2018), reached number seven on the U.S. charts, and featured the song as its lead single Billboard 200. In 2019, Gaulden released the single “Bandit” (with Juice WRLD), which became his first top-ten single.
19. Joey Badass
| Joey Badass | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott |
| Birth Name | Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott |
| Also Known As | Joey Badass |
| Date of Birth | January 20, 1995 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | East Coast hip hop, progressive rap |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, singer, actor |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Pro Era, Cinematic, RED, Columbia, Relentless |
| Member of | Pro Era, Beast Coast |
| Children | 1 |
| Debut Mixtape | 1999 |
| Debut Studio Album | B4.Da.$$ |
| Television Debut | Mr. Robot |
| Notable Collaborations | Mac Miller, ASAP Rocky, XXXTentacion |
| Influences | Nas, 2Pac, Black Thought, MF DOOM, J Dilla, |
| Legal Incident | Arrested and charged with assault (January 2015) |
Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott is an American rapper and actor, better known by his stage name Joey Badass (stylized as Joey Bada$$). In 2013, he released his debut mixtape, “1999”. On June 18, 2017, the day of the album’s release, he announced on Twitter that it would be his final project.
20. Swae Lee
| Swae Lee | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Swae Lee |
| Birth Name | Khalif Malik Ibn Shaman Brown |
| Date of Birth | June 7, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Inglewood, California, U.S. |
| Origin | Tupelo, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, Southern hip hop, pop rap |
| Occupation | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Labels | EarDrummers, Interscope, SremmLife Crew |
| Member of | Rae Sremmurd |
| Notable Songs | “No Flex Zone,” “No Type,” “Black Beatles,” “Sunflower” |
| Notable Collaborations | French Montana, Post Malone, Ellie Goulding, Drake |
| Awards/Nominations | Grammy Award nomination, Diamond-certified songs |
| Personal Life | Father of one daughter, joint custody |
Khalif Malik Ibn Shaman Brown was born in 1993, known professionally as Swae Lee; He is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from America. Along with his brother Slim Jxmmi, he makes up one-half of the hip-hop group Rae Sremmurd. He appeared on French Montana’s track “Unforgettable” in 2017, which helped him reach the top ten of the single artist Billboard Hot 100 chart for the first time. He was later certified 9× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
21. Roddy Ricch
| Roddy Ricch | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rodrick Wayne Moore Jr. (Roddy Ricch) |
| Birthdate | October 22, 1998 |
| Birthplace | Compton, California, U.S. |
| Education | Westchester High School |
| Occupations | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Awards | Grammy Award, BET Awards, BET Hip Hop Awards, AMA |
| Debut Album | “Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial” |
| Debut Album Release | December 6, 2019 |
| Chart-Topping Hits | “The Box”, “Rockstar”, “Ballin'” |
| Musical Genres | Hip Hop, Trap |
| Labels | Atlantic, Bird Vision |
| Influences | Lil Wayne, Young Thug, Future, Meek Mill |
Rodrick Wayne Moore Jr. was born in 1998, known professionally as Roddy Ricch, and raps in the United States. His song “Die Young,” which peaked at number 98 on the Billboard Hot 100, propelled him to popularity in 2018. Rich’s first two mixtapes, Feed Tha Streets (2017) and Feed Tha Streets II (2018), also received widespread acclaim.