Slick Rick

Some monumental firsts in hip-hop.

No hooks, just fire bars.

For rap veterans, newbies and those who split eras, there’s one bar among the many that will route you directly to a rapper or their popular song.

From XXXTentacion to Eminem and more, check out these storytelling rap songs that don't have a happy ending.

50 Cent's Wanksta doll, Missy Elliott's inflatable trash bag, Tyler, The Creator's doll face, Kanye West's huge Horus chain and more.

The Ruler is back.

More new projects for you to bump into the weekend.

From Travis Scott to Megan Thee Stallion to Future and more, here's a look at the best rapper nicknames in the game.

Summer just got hotter.

Eminem name-drops Machine Gun Kelly, 2 Chainz, Lord Jamar and more. Much more.

Listen to the latest episode of XXL's Hip-Hop Moments of Clarity podcast.

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