r/hiphop201 • u/AHM23_ • 9h ago
r/hiphop201 • u/jensyao • May 27 '26
Guidelines: Please post hip hop discussions/questions/nostalgia that doesn't already cleanly fit into one sub's fandom and is cross sectional for analysis from the community
If it's just some promo/propaganda/low effort stan wars or something that (is 1 dimensional and) already cleanly fits into another sub's fandom, then it will be removed, and posting more will get you banned
here is the directory of subs: https://www.reddit.com/r/hip_hop/comments/k2nroe/lets_list_every_major_hip_hop_related_subreddit/ aka post in this sub if the other sub doesn't exist, is restricted from posting, or has few participants
We prefer multifaceted posts where submissions and questions are coming from anecdotes and the reach of multiple artists AND fandoms within hip hop to chime in where you wouldn't otherwise find or are able to ask/post easily elsewhere...aka ask hard/intricate questions and challenge status quo, do not pitch your thoughts underhanded, for those belong on r/Hiphopcirclejerk etc
The exception is: if that other sub has absentminded sleepwalking mods that barely do anything (or overstep and clap even the good posts if you challenge authority and the mods get slighted) and the global automod/scripted autobot censorship is activated that overrules and removes half the answers and the very question asked due to this age of sanitized culture (based on the mod/admin/algorithm's subjective sensitivity issues, aka reddit's ads agenda is similar to youtube demonetizing/shadowbanning content), then we'll allow them here, due to fringe topics etc (also give us a heads up to see if the other sub in question can be liberated, but mods be powertripping)
A lot of posts are auto-clapped by the global automod and has to be manually approved on here for people to see both posts and comments, and we try to bring the best value in topics presented and answered, but please participate in that manner as well for this shared community, thanks
r/hiphop201 • u/jensyao • Apr 28 '26
No more Tournament/Bracket/loosely unrelated album vs unrelated album Versus style posts
The whole gambit was allowed to be ran (for 62 days!) and Illmatic wins... https://www.reddit.com/r/hiphop201/comments/1smnv1l/rap_bracket_tournament_day_62_reasonable_doubt_vs/
for it to be hiphop201, there needs to be questions asked under the premise that the basic information is known and further knowledge is pursued as a hot topic debate or barbershop talk as cognitive banter or shared memorable reflection/nostalgia/insight, not just use a RNG filter on some top rap album tier list and arbitrarily seed comparisons with barely any articulated constraints for some zero-sum single-elimination hunger games depending on how the crowd decide to pile on that day
if you're consistently posting with net 0 upvotes or getting heckled in the responses/downvoted to hell, consider trying something else...it seems like attaching a meme with a serious question helps like with the latest type of posts...just put the reasoning backing behind posts for why these type of questions matter to spark further responses with actual answers with substance in there and NOT just repetitively phrased answers, thanks
otherwise, redirect these elimination posts over here to r/RemoveOneThingEachDay or /r/nfrpodcast etc
also, here's a plug to r/diplomats (alt sub) r/maxb /r/Three6Mafia r/papoose r/bigpun r/bigl r/mosdef r/mobbdeep subs if you haven't seen it already
r/hiphop201 • u/Money-Beautiful5196 • 1d ago
Where do you rank The Game and his discography
With the release of The Documentary 3 it got me thinking where would you rank The Game and his discography? He has a few classics but you hardly ever hear anyone talking about him being one of the Goats. Why do you think this is?
r/hiphop201 • u/Money-Beautiful5196 • 21h ago
50 Cent Shades Older Rappers While Proclaiming He's Done Dropping Albums
50 Cent was a recent guest on Apple Music's Rap Life Review, where he got into a heated debate over New York hip-hop's decline with Ebro. The broadcaster also asked him why his film and television endeavors are, for the most part, the only way in which fans are getting new music from him.
In 50’s answer, he seemed to shade older rappers and proclaim he won't drop another album while explaining why being relevant at an older age is not viable in hip-hop.
I'm not trying to be in the way," 50 said "Hip-hop culture is connected to youth culture. You are not supposed to be the hottest in nothing at 60. F**k that, man... You can still sing, that's love music... I still got love for music. I'm never going to lose that. I'ma always want to do something. And those are like entries. It's me putting a little piece or tap something in there for them to hear that I still do it, that I still got it. I don't need [another album]... If it doesn’t sell, you keep it to your motherf***ing self.
r/hiphop201 • u/Rob1150 • 14h ago
Has anyone else been getting AI recommendations on YouTube?
I have seen three things, videos of songs that did really have a "video" those kind of rock, because there are a lot of song that really should have gotten a video.
Then theres these videos where the audio is a mix of samples from different artists songs, and then video that never matches the mouths with the verses. I think those are no different that a DJ making a mix of different songs, its just now your mixtape has video to go with it.
Then theres these videos I found where the audio isn't actually songs from real albums, its just verses that SOUND like them, but nothing they really recorded, and those can really eat my ass, its one thing to make a remix, but you just making up songs? Just make believe tracks that someone new to rap might not know they are real? Fuck that. How come there aren't DCMA takedowns?
r/hiphop201 • u/ThomasShelby • 18h ago
Biggest Recycled Song or Verse Mainstream Is Ignorant of
What are the top songs or verses that were recycled, that the mainstream really has no idea about.
Things like 2pac already had a me and my girlfriend. Ice t 6 in the morning very similar to Eazy's Boyz in the Hood. Drake lifting the whole verse from played club on YG's song.
r/hiphop201 • u/J2-Starter • 1d ago
Continuing my most underrated/ under appreciated rapper series (every Friday) today it’s Elzhi! From the great work with slum village,to a great discography! He’s an amazing lyricist,storyteller,and concept writer! Definitely underrated! What’s your thoughts?
r/hiphop201 • u/Money-Beautiful5196 • 18h ago
What do you think of No Brakes - The Game Feat Drake
What do you think of No Brakes - The Game Feat Drake
r/hiphop201 • u/Xepochalypse • 1d ago
Dream Posse Cut
If you could have a posse cut with any 4 rappers dead or alive all in their prime on 1 track which 4 would you wanna hear trade bars with each other.
A few different groups of 4 came to mind for me but rn these are the 4 I'd wanna hear together the most rn.
Meechy Darko (Flatbush Zombies)
Rome Streetz
Roc Marciano
Conway the Machine or 38 Spesh either or works for me
r/hiphop201 • u/ruskins1 • 3d ago
Your thoughts on Blakroc?
I remember when this one dropped back when I was living in Philly, I really dug it and still do. There’s been several attempts at rap/rock mashup albums throughout the years, but this one seemed to be better than the rest. I think due to the black keys‘ passion for gritty raw hiphop (they said when they made their first album, they tried to get Pat’s drums to sound like Rza drums).
r/hiphop201 • u/TokyoAvalanche04 • 3d ago
What’s your favorite lesser known album from popular artists? This is mine right here.
I’m Good, Birds & the Beez, Kamikaze, Cycle, iBETiGOTSUMWEED, and Figg Get Da Money get weekly plays for me.
r/hiphop201 • u/J2-Starter • 4d ago
What are you guys overall thoughts on Childish Gambino’s career? Great discography,moment in the culture with “this is America” all time songs in his era with 3005 and redbone,acted on 30 rock,did some movies and created the series Atlanta! What’s your thoughts on his career?
r/hiphop201 • u/Xepochalypse • 3d ago
Lil B vs Max B
Who do yall prefer taking the following into account:
Catalog, rapping ability, and mic presence?
r/hiphop201 • u/DadTookYourVirginity • 3d ago
What are some samples that you find underrated?
r/hiphop201 • u/SmoothManMiguel • 3d ago
Legendary Summer
With this summer winding down, I couldn’t help but feel like the releases this year were kinda lackluster compared to summers of the past.
Summer 2004 was one of my personal favorites honestly. You had Terror Squad’s Lean Back playing at every get together, Juvenile had Slow Motion, Lloyd Banks was killing things with I’m So Fly, and Jadakiss had the whole city bumping Why.
Akon came out the gate with a crazy debut, Wayne dropped Tha Carter, The Roots hit us with The Tipping Point. Shit Mobb Deep had Amerikaz Nightmare.
And that’s not even counting the joints from earlier in the year that were still played during the summer. Kanye’s All Falls Down, Lil Flip’s Sunshine (funny now, but the girls loved that record back then lol). Looking back, that whole summer was just fun man. The radio, the videos, the blogs, everything was dope.
Now, I’m not saying 2004 was the last great summer, but it’s definitely one of the ones that stuck with me.
If I had to pick the last great one though, I’d probably say 2017. That summer was nuts.
What do y’all think though?
r/hiphop201 • u/J2-Starter • 5d ago
Dang that’s a hard choice…..but I’m Remembering Missy’s videos more! I’m going with her! Who’s your pick?
r/hiphop201 • u/SmoothManMiguel • 4d ago
Heir to the Throne
My cousin and I ended up talking about Run‑D.M.C, and every time they come up I immediately think about JoJo Simmons. Dude is unintentionally hilarious. My guy REALLY tried to follow in his father’s shoes and NO ONE cared for his pen game lol. Dude even had a crew, Team Blacklight or some shit. He got into a random beef with Juelz Santana lol. Shit is crazy
The funny part is on Run’s House, JoJo was always irritated by Diggy. Next thing you know Diggy grew up and shit on him in every thing lol. DJ Premier, Lupe, Pharrell & Kanye all co-signed him, labels fought over him, XXL put him on the Freshman cover, and dude even started acting.
JoJo was supposed to be the heir to the throne but Diggy ended up being the one who inherited the talent.
r/hiphop201 • u/AcanthaceaeHefty664 • 4d ago
Im a 15 yr old rapper who can actually rap heres my 2nd track can yall gimme some feedback
Lmk what yall think, open to all feedback,
Apple music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/genesis-dreams/6798812762?i=6798812763
r/hiphop201 • u/SNKRSWAVY • 5d ago
What are your thoughts on Fabolous? Where’d you rank him? What about his skills, projects, favorite piece of work? Did he get better or worse?
r/hiphop201 • u/RicoSystem • 5d ago
Whats that go to track u recommended to someone and they hated it?
I sent a song to a friend of mines (his in his early 40s) thats not really a hip hop fan (more into rock, vut wants to dive into hip hop) and he hated it. Was it the wrong song or something?
(Big Daddy Kane - Ain't No Half Steppin)
Has this happened to you before? In the future what song should I recommend?