This year felt like a changing of the guard in rap. While many bigger artists released disappointing albums or stayed quiet, the smaller ones stepped up. Promising newcomers became fixtures. Fixtures ...

It’s our favorite time of the year at Complex Music. We’ve already celebrated all the best songs and albums of the year, and now it’s time to answer the question: Who had the best rap verse of 2021?

We're not sure if they can recreate the same magic Killa Cam did when he freestyle while counting cash, but we are certain memorable moments will happen. Get those bars up rappers. BET’s iconic ...

Geechi Gotti has won Champion of the Year 2021, earning him the title of the best battle rapper for the third time in four years. 2021 was the most prolific year in battle rap, with more events thrown ...

Uncle Murda does not hold his tongue on his version of the “Rap Up 2021” – which he says will be his last! Take a listen to the shocking song! The year 2021 has come to a close, and as is custom, ...

The original Rap City debuted in 1989 and existed as the preeminent hip-hop series dedicated to rap music videos, important cultural commentary, and interviews with the most highlighted stars of the ...

In theory, we’d be able to just press play on our favorite music and enjoy the experience without any guilt or conflict. But that’s becoming more difficult than ever, and it doesn’t seem like it’s ...

So much rap music comes out all the time, and especially with frequent surprise releases, it can be hard to keep track of it all. So, as a way to help keep up with all of it, here’s a roundup of the 7 ...