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Hardcore Rap (also referred to as Hardcore Hip-Hop), is a form of hip hop music that developed through the East Coast hip hop scene in the late 1980s. Pioneered by such artists as Kool G Rap and KRS-One , it is generally characterized by an aggressive sound and confrontational lyricism, while …
RankTrack NameArtist Name1234Hardcore hip hop (also hardcore rap) is a subgenre of hip hop music that developed through the East Coast hip hop scene in the 1980s. Pioneered by such artists as Run-DMC, Schoolly D, Boogie Down Productions and Public Enemy, it is generally characterized by anger, aggression and confrontation.
- N.W.A. 1,501 votes. Straight outta Compton came N.W.A, a group that revolutionized hardcore rap and gave birth to the subgenre of gangsta rap. Comprising Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, Eazy-E, MC Ren, and DJ Yella, they brought forth a raw, unapologetic sound that shed light on the harsh realities of the urban African American experience.
- DMX. 1,843 votes. Dark, intense, and undeniably passionate, DMX burst onto the scene with a raw, aggressive approach that earned him his place among the elite of hardcore rappers.
- The Notorious B.I.G. 1,388 votes. Undoubtedly one of the most influential figures in hip-hop history, The Notorious B.I.G., born Christopher Wallace, effortlessly combined intricate storytelling with a gritty, no-holds-barred attitude.
- Eminem. 2,307 votes. Bold, controversial, and unparalleled in his lyrical prowess, Eminem has consistently pushed the boundaries of what it means to be a hardcore rapper.
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With its slamming, hard-hitting grooves and street-tough urban grit, hardcore rap became hip-hop's most popular crossover style during the latter half of the '90s, its subject matter now a mix of party anthems, gangsta's money/sex/violence obsessions, and occasional social commentary.
SUMMARY. Hardcore Rap is a style/sub-genre of hip hop characterized by aggressive confrontational rapping derived from the scene of battling, freestyles, and cyphers. The subject matter can vary from boasting, storytelling, reflecting on life and street, or expressing a multitude of strong feelings or beliefs. Typically, Hardcore Rap songs have ...
Listen to the Best of Hardcore Hip-Hop, Vol. 1 playlist on Apple Music. 25 Songs. Duration: 1 hour, 42 minutes.
Hardcore Hip Hop. AKA: Hardcore Rap • 34,591 releases. Characterized by confrontation and aggression, whether in the lyricism, vocal delivery, hard beats, heavy production, or any combination thereof. Read more. ADVERTISEMENT. Top-ranked albums. See full chart. #1. Illmatic. Nas. #2. Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) Wu-Tang Clan.
