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Music Many notable rappers have penned memoirs to tell their stories in a way that is completely separate from music.
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Original Content It's been 20 years exactly since Tupac Shakur passed away - we remember some of his finest pieces of spoken wisdom.
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Music Explore the fresh wave of hip-hop artists like Baby Keem, JID, Smino, Denzel Curry, Rico Nasty, and Kenny Mason shaping the music scene.
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Sneakers The Nike Ja 1 has taken over the basketball world.
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Original Content Together as Run The Jewels, Killer Mike and El-P have been on a historic run for the past decade. We've ranked each Run The Jewels albums from worst to best.
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Original Content Larry June's top songs on streaming services are ranked, listed and compiled.
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Music When rappers claim their spot on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, it's not just a nod; it's a distinctive shift in the culture.
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Pop Culture Each week, the magazines will be sharing the list's next 10 spots. The top 10 will be unveiled during the week of February 6.
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Original Content HotNewHipHop takes a look at how hip-hop's most valuable players are living, embracing, and promoting a healthier lifestyle to show people how to be their physical, mental, and spiritual best.
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Original Content One of hip hop's most influential figures, here is a list of Rakim's biggest hits! Which is your favorite from the GOAT?
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Original Content We've put together 10 of our own pitches for the 2015 XXL Freshman Issue.
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Original Content Revisit a time when Beanie Sigel was one of the most respected rappers in the game.
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Danny Schwartz