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- This year has not only seen established artists like Nicki Minaj, Cardi B and the City Girls reach new heights in their careers, it’s also seen rising talent like Flo Milli, Baby Tate and Doechii solidify their positions, along with new stars such as Ice Spice, GloRilla and Lola Brooke usher in a new era.
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Jul 13, 2023 · list. 14 New Female Hip-Hop Artists To Know In 2023: Lil Simz, Ice Spice, Babyxsosa & More. Women are pioneering the future of hip-hop, and their styles have never been more pronounced. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, listen to 14 rising female artists that you should keep an eye on in 2023 and beyond. Yousef Srour.
- BigXthaPlug. Another gem hailing from Texas, BigXthaPlug (real name Xavier Landum) has drawn comparisons to the likes of famed Swishahouse rapper Mike Jones, flaunting a raw, resonant tone.
- Karrahbooo. While relatively new to the rap game, Karrahbooo hit the jackpot with her breakout hit, “BOX THE 40,” earlier this year. Released in late March, the visual offering features a cameo from Lil Yachty and has 600,000 views on YouTube to date.
- Lady London. Last year, Bronx-born Lady London (real name Zaire Miylaun Stewart) put on for her hometown by scoring A-list collaborations with the likes of Ciara on her TikTok-ready “Da Girls” remix, alongside fellow emerging artist Lola Brooke.
- LaRussell. Bay Area rapper LaRussell gained viral traction after the release of his genius re-imagination of the iconic Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song, produced by Link+Up.
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- Dess Dior
- Kali
- Omeretta The Great
- Sally Sossa
- Lola Brooke
There’s only one rapper on this list who earned a GRAMMY nomination, No. 1 single, and a top 10 record in 2022 — and that’s none other than GloRilla. The Memphis native signed with Yo Gotti back in July, and it’s only been up for her ever since. First, with the release and consequential success of “F.N.F. (Let’s Go),” then with “Tomorrow,” and agai...
Even though Lakeyah is only 21 years old, she’s already built quite the name for herself. She began rapping at the age of 15 after being convinced by her friends to participate in the Monica #SoGoneChallenge. From that point forward, she was a part of a rap duo by the name of BTM (Beyond The Music), and the pair garnered over a million views on You...
While Ice Spice only began rapping in 2021, she’s already built a name for herself in the industry with the release of her singles “Bikini Bottom” and “Munch (Feelin’ U).”Reigning from The Bronx, New York, Ice Spice is embracing the youthful drill sound while adding her own unique style to the subgenre. Although she spent the majority of her childh...
Flo Milli is quickly making waves in the music industry due to her energetic records that captivate social media after each release. Her hit single “Conceited” has been streamed over 25 million times on Spotify alone. Flo Milli first gained recognition in 2019 with her song “In The Party,” which spawned its own TikTok dance challenge. The success o...
Houston is home to some of hip hop’s greatest legends, and the city’s newest era of lyricists are on their way to icon status too. Between Megan Thee Stallion and Lizzo’s newfound success, it’s clear that there’s still a strong demand for female rappers with that incomparable Southern flair. In comes Monaleo, and if you haven’t heard her singles “B...
Many know Dess Dior from her public relationship with rapper Future. However, Dess has some bars of her own, and she’s been on the rise since the release of her single “Stone Cold” with Mariah The Scientist, which has garnered over 1.6 million streams on Spotify alone. She’s been dropping music since 2019, but it wasn’t until September of last year...
Kali aka Ms. Toxic Chocolate has been slowly making a name for herself as an artist and was selected back in July for XXL’s 2022 Freshman Class list. In 2020, her song “Do A B**ch” went viral on TikTok and introduced her to the world. Since then, Kali’s released a mixtape, This Why They Mad Now, and an EP, Toxic Chocolate, and collaborated with Mon...
Omeretta the Great initially gained attention in February of 2022 with the release of her single “Sorry Not Sorry.” What made the song so unique compared to other music that came out around that time was the intense social media debate it ignited. On the track, Omeretta proclaimed which parts of the greater Atlanta area are actually Atlanta. What f...
Sally Sossa is another Houston native making this year’s list! Sossa’s love for hip hop dates back to her childhood when she grew up having rap battles with the rest of her family. She grew up listening to a variety of music, from PINK to Etta James and Nicki Minaj. Sossa began taking rap seriously at the age of 16 and has consistently released mus...
Lola Brooke is a Brooklyn native with a unique rap style that’s captivated the attention of many. Her single “Don’t Play With It” went viral on TikTok and she’s been steadily releasing music ever since. Brooke fell in love with hip hop as a teenager, and in 2016, she signed to Eugene “80” Sims’ Team 80 Productions imprint. She’s released several si...
Jan 4, 2023 · This year has not only seen established artists like Nicki Minaj, Cardi B and the City Girls reach new heights in their careers, it’s also seen rising talent like Flo Milli, Baby Tate and Doechii...
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- Nicki Minaj. 996 votes. Nicki Minaj, born as Onika Tanya Maraj in Saint James district of Port of Spain and raised in the Queens borough of New York City, is an acclaimed rapper, singer, songwriter and actress.
- Doja Cat. 771 votes. Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini (born October 21, 1995), known professionally as Doja Cat, is an American singer, rapper and songwriter. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she began making and releasing music on SoundCloud as a teenager.
- Megan Thee Stallion. 713 votes. Megan Jovon Ruth Pete (born February 15, 1995), known professionally as Megan Thee Stallion (pronounced "Megan the Stallion"), is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Saweetie. 506 votes. Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper (born July 2, 1993), known professionally as Saweetie is an American rapper. Saweetie released her debut extended play, High Maintenance, in 2018.
Jun 21, 2023 · Comprised of Minaj, Cardi B, Coi Leray, Ice Spice, GloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion and Latto, this year’s best female hip-hop artist lineup boasts a rising generation of female rap talent, as...
Dec 28, 2023 · Megan Thee Stallion. Despite the ongoing controversy surrounding her legal drama with disgraced Canadian rapper Tory Lanez, Megan Thee Stallion soared to significant commercial heights in 2023....
