Western Hip-Hop Popularity Rankings [2026]

Suge (Yea Yea)Dababy78rank/position

Dababy – Suge (Yea Yea) Official Music Video

First off, it’s pronounced “Da-Baby.” I think anyone who watches his music videos will instantly feel it—he’s got the entertainer quality you’d expect from a comedian.

At first, people called him a one-hit wonder, but with each release and live performance, his talent gradually gained recognition.

There aren’t many rappers with a humorous, whimsical worldview who keep delivering hits.

I’m excited to hear more fun tracks from him in the future.

Sexual HealingMarvin Gaye79rank/position

Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing (Official HD Video)

Marvin Gaye, one of the leading artists of neo soul, is an artist who has had a major influence on contemporary R&B.

Alongside his contemporaries Donny Hathaway and Stevie Wonder, he helped lay the foundations of modern Black music.

A song of his I highly recommend is “Sexual Healing.” It’s a work that directly expresses the sexual feelings one has toward a lover.

Expressions like this likely had a significant impact on today’s R&B.

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Doo Wop (That Thing)Lauryn Hill80rank/position

Lauryn Hill – Doo Wop (That Thing) (Official HD Video)

A track notable for its bold rhythm and catchy melody, taken from Lauryn Hill’s 1998 debut solo album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.

Its distinctive sound, blending R&B and hip-hop, brought a fresh breeze to the music scene at the time.

With lyrics that emphasize self-respect and call for responsible behavior, the song continues to resonate across generations.

Highly acclaimed—winning two Grammy Awards—this work is also recommended for those new to hip-hop.

The music video, which innovatively fuses 1960s and contemporary Harlem, is a must-see.

Collard GreensScHoolboy Q81rank/position

SchoolBoy Q – Collard Greens (Explicit) (Official Music Video) ft. Kendrick Lamar

This is a fast, danceable hip-hop track with a title inspired by traditional Southern cuisine.

American rapper ScHoolboy Q released it in June 2013 as the lead single from his major-label debut album, Oxymoron.

Featuring fellow artist Kendrick Lamar, the song blends a driving, reggae-tinged beat with dynamic rap flows to create a distinctive vibe.

It peaked at No.

92 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming a key track that helped cement the artist’s status.

ScHoolboy Q’s exceptional rapping skills and hedonistic worldview are in perfect harmony here, making it an ideal song for parties or whenever you want to boost your mood.

Work ItMissy Elliott82rank/position

Missy Elliott – Work It [Official Music Video]

Missy Elliott continues to transcend the boundaries of hip-hop, leaving a significant mark on the music scene.

Released in 2002, this work incorporates elements of old-school hip-hop while captivating listeners with her unique style.

Centered on themes of female self-affirmation and self-expression, the lyrics—crafted with clever wordplay and catchy rhythms—resonated with many listeners.

The song achieved major commercial success, winning a Grammy Award and holding the No.

2 spot on the Billboard charts for 10 consecutive weeks.

This dance-floor igniter is the perfect track for moments when you want to feel confident or need an energizing boost.

Wanna Be (feat. Megan Thee Stallion)GloRilla83rank/position

GloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion – Wanna Be

A young female rapper from Memphis, Tennessee, GloRilla, sparked buzz with a track she dropped in April 2024.

Featuring Megan Thee Stallion, the song stands out for its message of independence and powerful bars.

With lyrics that stay wary of men and fake friends—and a nod to her anime-loving side—it’s a quintessential GloRilla piece.

The music video, set at a college party, showcases the duo’s commanding presence with dance and strolling sequences.

Included on GloRilla’s mixtape “Ehhthang Ehhthang,” the track has already garnered strong support, quickly dominating the iTunes charts right after its release.

Worth ItYK Osiris84rank/position

YK Osiris – Worth It (Official Video)

Released on February 28, 2019, this track became a huge hit! It’s a distinctive song whose music video opens with a paparazzi-like camera angle.

YK Osiris is being bombarded with questions from reporters.

The song centers on relationships with women.

Its biggest appeal lies in the straightforward lyrics and flow.

While it doesn’t employ many new techniques, it seems to convey its message honestly.

Very favorable impression.