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Despite the pandemic, hip-hop remains No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Here Are the Rappers We're Thankful for This Year
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XXL takes a look at the best projects released during the coronavirus pandemic.
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From DS2 to FDU & Free Bandz: Reloaded and more, here's a cheat sheet on the Future projects to bump and pass on.
50 Cent Projects Worth Listening to and Those You Need to Skip
XXL highlights 50 Cent projects that are worth listening to and others you should skip.
Best Alter Egos in Modern Rap
J. Cole, Future, Megan Thee Stallion and more have some of the best alter egos in modern rap.
These Are the Best Boondocks References in Hip-Hop
From J. Cole to Trippie Redd and more, here are the the best rap lyrics dedicated to The Boondocks.