Odeal on How Common Shaped the Way He Writes His Songs
Genre-blending artist Odeal breaks down the hip-hop influences that helped shape his sound.
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T.I. on His Final Album, Comedy Career and Jeezy Joint Project
T.I. speaks to XXL in a new interview about his final album, comedy career and the long-awaited Jeezy joint project.
A Look at the Lasting Legacy of the 2016 XXL Freshman Class
The 2016 XXL Freshman cover may not have started that movement, but it came to define it.
Rappers With Honorary Days Named After Them
Hip-hop holidays.
Dave East Reflects on the Impact of the 2016 Freshman Class
Dave East connects with XXL to reflect on the monumental moment in his career and more.
Best-Selling Hip-Hop Albums of All Time
Numbers on the board.
Hip-Hop Artists Who've Gone Diamond
Bling bling.
Every Hip-Hop Song and Album Certified Diamond in Music History
These songs shine bright like a diamond.
Inside Skilla Baby's The Price of Fame - Details on New Album
Detroit’s finest Skilla Baby speaks to XXL about the details of his new album.
Swae Lee on AI, Rap Groups & More
Swae Lee keeps it real about some of music’s hottest topics.
Biggest First-Week Sales for Hip-Hop Projects in 2026
Big numbers, so far.
Rappers With Streets Named After Them
Honored in the streets.