The hip hop scene has got thousands of upcoming artists on the come up, hoping to make it to the limelight and hence putting in a lot of effort. On that note, we deem it essential to put our radar on the top 5 who has got some buzz and below, they are listed in no particular order.
Bktherula: A rap artist who recorded her
first song at the age of 9 on a tape recorder. Bktherula is a 21-year-old
rapper from Atlanta, Georgia (born August 30, 2002). She is known for her
unique sound, which combines elements of trap, pop, and R&B. With her music
is often characterised as being personal and introspective, on several occasion
– she has been praised for her honest lyrics and powerful vocals.
Her debut album, Love Santana was released in 2020
and was a critical and commercial success which helped to solidify her status
as one of the most exciting new rappers in the game. In the
same year, her song “Tweakin’ Together” went viral on social media
platform TikTok. The year 2022 saw her blessing her fans with the release
of her second album, LVL5 PT. 1. The
album was met with even more critical acclaim than her debut, and it further
cemented her place as a rising star in the hip hop world.
Real Boston Richey: He is currently signed to American rapper Future‘s
record label Freebandz, and is noted for his usage of Michigan-style hip-hop production. Real Boston Richey (born Jalen
Taheen Foster, February 4, 1997, in Tallahassee, Florida) is a 20-year-old rapper from Boston,
Massachusetts. He is known for his witty lyrics and his catchy hooks. Inspired
to rap by suggestion from his
close friends and after the passing of his cousin in 2021. In
March 2022, he released his single “Keep Dissing” which saw a lot of
success. In August 2022, American rapper Future appeared on his single
“Bullseye 2” and gifted Richey a chain after getting him signed to
his Freebandz record label. Also in August 2022, he released a 17-track mixtape
titled Public Housing. In October 2022, American rapper Lil Durk appeared on
his single “Keep Dissing 2” and its subsequent music video. His music is often lighthearted and fun, but he
also has a knack for tackling serious topics like social justice and mental
health.
Ndot Spinalot: Ndot Spinalot is a 22-year-old
rapper from the Bronx, New York. He is known for his energetic performances and
his clever wordplay. His music is often braggadocious and self-assured, but he
also has a heart of gold.
Dudeylo: Dudeylo is a
20-year-old rapper from Harlem, New York. Known for his smooth vocals and his
introspective lyrics. Often delivering personal and vulnerable messages in his
songs, and this has gotten his fans doffing their hats to him for his honesty
and his ability to connect with his listeners. With a style characterised by a mix of hip hop, trap, and R&B.
Influenced by great minds like J. Cole,
Kendrick Lamar, and Frank Ocean. He is known for his personal lyrics, which
often deal with topics such as love, loss, and self-reflection. With the release
of his debut album, “Underground”, in 2021 which was met with
critical acclaim and was praised for its honest lyrics and production. He has
since released several singles, including “No Help”, “No
Respect”, and “SPIKE LEE”.
Lola Brooke: Lola Brooke is a
20-year-old rapper from Brooklyn, New York. And has made a name for herself
with her playful personality and her catchy hooks. Her music is often fun and
carefree, but she also has a knack for speaking her mind and challenging the
status quo. Her style being a mix of hip hop, trap, and R&B and is influenced by artists such as
Lil Kim, Foxy Brown, and Nicki Minaj. She is known for her braggadocious
lyrics, which often deal with topics such as her confidence, her sexuality, and
her come-up.
Her
debut single, “Don’t Play with It”, was released in 2021. The song
went viral on social media and helped to launch her career. She has since
released several more singles, including “So DISRESPECTFUL”,
“Blick Blick”, and “Flexin”.
These are just a
few of the many upcoming rap artists who are making waves in the music
industry. I’m excited to see what they accomplish in the years to come.
