Classic hip-hop tracks recommended for women
The hip-hop genre has always been brimming with a charm that captivates listeners’ hearts.
In recent years, Japan’s hip-hop scene has seen a wave of rappers—regardless of gender—emerge with fresh flows and styles.
Which artists’ raps have moved you? In this article, we introduce standout hip-hop tracks cherished across generations and genders, delivering irresistible beats that make your body sway and lyrics that leave a lasting impression.
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Hip-Hop Classics Recommended for Women (11–20)
GILA GILA feat. JP THE WAVY, YZERRAwich
Awich is a female rapper known for her powerful vocals and hip-hop skills.
While Chanmina may be more widely recognized, in terms of ability, Awich is undoubtedly at the top of the female rap scene.
Her new track “GILA GILA feat.
JP THE WAVY, YZERR” showcases skills that don’t lose out to BAD HOP’s YZERR or JP THE WAVY—in fact, she may even surpass them.
Bad B*tch Aesthetic RemixAwich, NENE, LANA, MaRI, AI & YURIYAN RETRIEVER
This work brings together standout women from Japan’s hip-hop scene.
Alongside Awich, NENE, LANA, and MaRI, AI and YURIYAN RETRIEVER also join to complete the track.
With the theme of strong, independent womanhood, their mic relay showcases each artist’s individuality to stunning effect.
Released in July 2023, the song is also included on Awich’s album “The Union.” Their performance on the music show “Music Station” in October of the same year became a hot topic.
Split the parts with your friends at karaoke, and it’s guaranteed to be a hit—give it a try!
beautiful womanchanmina
This is a song by Chanmina that’s guaranteed to turn heads when you sing it at karaoke.
It carries a powerful message that challenges society’s imposed standards of “beauty.” Released as a single in April 2021, it’s also included on the album Harenchi.
Her raw, unfiltered performance on THE FIRST TAKE became a major talking point as well.
It’s perfect for when you want to strongly affirm yourself or blow away the frustration.
Grab the mic and give it a try!
PHONEHITOMIN
HITOMIN is a female rapper whose powerful, message-driven lyrics have earned strong support from women of her generation.
Her style often mixes hip-hop with R&B, resulting in catchy tracks that are all very easy to listen to.
Her song “PHONE” is no exception—highly catchy and depicting the real emotions between friends on the verge of becoming lovers.
Since there’s no rapid-fire rapping or particularly intricate flows, it’s a track I can recommend even to those who aren’t used to performing hip-hop.
Say it out loudAwich
Awich, the hip-hop queen from Okinawa, released her track “Kuchi ni Dashite” in 2021.
The lyrics employ hip-hop’s double meaning technique, giving the song a slightly provocative, adults-only edge.
In the music video, women training in a boxing gym are portrayed as powerful and sexy.
While the expressions are bold, the song ultimately emphasizes the importance of speaking up and communicating with others.
Remember feat. YOUNG JUJUAwich
Awich is a skilled rapper with outstanding vocal ability and a distinctive expressive style, earning strong support from dedicated heads.
Having attended an English conversation class at a U.S.
military base in her hometown of Okinawa and studied abroad, she can speak English at a near-native level.
Thanks to that background, her flow is on a level that completely surpasses most Japanese artists.
You can fully appreciate her flow and musicality in “Remember feat.
YOUNG JUJU,” a 2017 release that gained popularity with its tropical-influenced sound.
The singing parts are fairly challenging, but the rap sections aren’t too difficult—so definitely give it a try.
Hip-hop classics recommended for women (21–30)
DropHANA
HANA is an idol group drawing attention for their high-level performances.
They’re produced by the popular female rapper Chanmina, and their appeal lies in music and performances similar to K-pop.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Drop.
It’s primarily hip-hop and sung mostly in a lower register.
It’s a piece that emphasizes groove over vocals, so there aren’t any standout vocal parts.
If you have a low voice and aren’t confident in your singing ability—but you can rap—this is a song you’ll definitely want to try.