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The Sound of Pop Rap · Playlist · 282 songs · 12.7K likes.
Pop rap (also known as pop hip-hop, pop hop, melodic hip-hop or melodic rap) is a genre of music fusing the rhythm-based lyricism of hip-hop music with pop music's preference for melodious vocals and catchy tunes emphasizing on pop like productions and structure.
- Late 1980s, New York City
- Pop hip hop, hip pop, melodic hip hop, melodic rap
- Eminem. 1,085 votes. Arguably one of the most talented lyricists to ever grace the rap world, Eminem's impact on the genre is undeniable. Bursting onto the scene with his groundbreaking album The Slim Shady LP, he quickly rose to superstardom with controversial lyrics and unmatched storytelling ability.
- Juice WRLD. 565 votes. Though tragically taken from us far too soon, Juice WRLD's career was defined by an innate gift for blending emotive melodies with vulnerable lyricism.
- Kanye West. 753 votes. A true artistic genius in every sense, Kanye West has demonstrated time and again his ability to push boundaries and redefine the sound of rap music.
- JAY-Z. 627 votes. As the hip-hop mogul who wears many hats, JAY-Z's unparalleled business acumen and artistry have set the gold standard in the rap world.
Dec 13, 2021 · The 38 Best Rap Songs of 2021. From Megan Thee Stallion to Tyler, the Creator; Playboi Carti to Cardi B; NoCap to Noname. By Pitchfork. December 13, 2021. Graphic by Callum Abbott.
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Pop-Rap is a marriage of hip-hop beats and raps with strong melodic hooks, which are usually featured as part of the chorus section in a standard pop-song structure. Pop-rap tends to be less aggressive and lyrically complex than most street-level hip-hop, although during the mid- to late '90s, some artists infused the style with a more hardcore ...
Dec 10, 2020 · The 20 Best Rap Songs of 2020: Staff Picks. From Roddy Ricch to Future to Megan Thee Stallion, check out Billboard's best rap songs of 2020. By Billboard Staff. 12/10/2020. This year,...
Dec 12, 2022 · The 43 Best Rap Songs of 2022. From Atlanta to Memphis to Detroit; from lightspeed Jersey club rap to diamond-hard New York drill; rap overflowed with energy again this year. By Pitchfork....
