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Original Content Kendrick Lamar’s Best Songs These are the best songs from Compton emcee, Kendrick Lamar's impressive music catalog. By Michael Lusigi April 17, 2023
TV 50 Cent: The Media Mogul 50 Cent leveraged his successful rap career into an equally successful career in the film industry, solidifying himself as an iconic media mogul. By Caleb Hardy May 25, 2023
Original Content The Post Malone Dichotomy In a genre obsessed with authenticity, Post Malone has found his niche, though not without plenty of controversy. By Luke Hinz January 09, 2019
Original Content A-Trak, Black Milk & More Remember J Dilla On His Birthday HotNewHipHop remembers the life and legacy of J Dilla. By Layne Weiss February 07, 2015
TV Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner: What Theo Gave Generations Of Black Boys Theo Huxtable meant something. Malcolm-Jamal Warner helped change how we see Black boys, Black fathers, and the love between them. By Erika Marie July 21, 2025
Original Content Nappy Roots Reflect On "Watermelon, Chicken & Gritz" 20-Year Anniversary Nappy Roots' major label debut, "Watermelon, Chicken & Gritz" turns 20 years old today, and in celebration of the album's anniversary, HNHH landed an exclusive interview with Nappy Roots members Skinny Deville and Fish Scales. By Joshua Robinson February 26, 2022
Original Content Big Daddy Kane Wants The Legends To Shine At Essence Festival: On Preserving The Culture, Melle Mel & The Most Important Hip-Hop Album Ahead of his performance at Essence Festival, Big Daddy Kane discusses the importance of honoring Hip-Hop legends, his appreciation for J. Cole and Conway, and what he hopes hip-hop will accomplish in the next 50 years. By Aron A. June 29, 2023
Original Content Top 40 Hip-Hop Albums of 2022 HotNewHipHop's annual rankings are here, beginning with the top 40 albums of 2022. By HNHH Staff December 15, 2022
Original Content Young Thug's Stylist Explains The Inspiration Behind His Wardrobe It turns out, there's a method behind the madness of Thug's fashion. Meet the woman behind it. By Angus Walker June 10, 2015
Original Content Jay-Z Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Rap Legend Explore Jay-Z's incredible journey to a $2.5 billion net worth in 2024, including his music career, business ventures, and philanthropy. By Jake Skudder January 23, 2024
Relationships Nelly & Ashanti: Relationship Timeline Here's a breakdown of Nelly and Ashanti's relationship from when they met in 2003 until now, two decades later. By Stephanie Harper April 27, 2023
Streetwear Instagram Gallery: Dess Dior’s Best Looks A collection of Dess Dior's most stylish IG moments. By Lawrencia Grose February 05, 2022