Lyrical Hip Hop

Lyrical hip hop is a subgenre of hip hop that emphasizes intricate wordplay, storytelling, and thought-provoking lyricism over hard-hitting beats. Often blending elements of boom bap, jazz rap, and conscious hip hop, artists in this genre prioritize authenticity and message-driven content, tackling themes like personal struggles, social issues, and introspection. The production varies from minimalist, sample-heavy loops to atmospheric soundscapes that complement the emotive delivery. With razor-sharp flows and poetic rhyme schemes, lyrical hip hop artists captivate listeners by balancing technical mastery with raw emotion, keeping the essence of hip hop’s storytelling tradition alive.

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Joell Ortiz

Single - Released June 10, 2025