Western Hip-Hop Popularity Rankings [2026]

SabotageBeastie Boys85rank/position

Beastie Boys – Sabotage (Official Music Video)

A signature track by the Beastie Boys, known for its energetic sound and sharp humor.

Released in May 1994, this song stirred up the music scene with its innovative fusion of rap and rock.

Featuring distorted guitar riffs and a funky bassline, the lyrics embody defiance against authority and a stance against injustice.

The music video also made waves, delivering a creative parody of 1970s police dramas.

It’s a powerful track that blows away the summer heat, perfect for when you need an energy boost.

Highly recommended as driving music, too.

FIRST CLASSJack Harlow86rank/position

Jack Harlow – First Class [Official Music Video]

This track by American rapper Jack Harlow is a captivating song themed around success and a luxurious lifestyle.

Sampling a 2006 hit, it blends nostalgia with freshness to create a distinctive vibe.

The lyrics candidly depict changes that come with success, such as his confidence as a star and spending less time with family.

Released in April 2022, the song became Harlow’s first solo U.S.

number-one hit and generated significant buzz on social media.

It’s a great pick for a drive or when you want a mood boost.

WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME ft. Sexyy RedGloRilla87rank/position

GloRilla – WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME ft. Sexyy Red (Official Music Video)

This track is featured on Glorilla, a rapper from Memphis, USA, and her debut album Glorious.

Riding a powerful crunk beat, she delivers a confidence-packed performance together with featured artist Sexyy Red, captivating countless fans.

The song also made waves when Taylor Swift used it on Instagram to promote her tour! The energetic dancing and dazzling outfits in the music video further elevate the song’s powerful vibe.

Just listening to this groove will lift your spirits—why not let your body move to it too?

Stand On ItLil Baby88rank/position

Lil Baby – Stand On It (Official Video)

One of the interesting points about hip-hop is that artists turn their own thoughts into songs.

With that in mind, I’d like to introduce Lil Baby’s “Stand On It.” In this track, he sings about his feelings toward the hip-hop scene and the meaning of making music.

Although Lil Baby often has lyrics with intense content, listening to this song might change your impression of him a bit.

Also, be sure to pay attention to the characteristically mellow track as always.

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Keep Ya Head Up2Pac89rank/position

Keep Ya Head Up

Tupac, who continues to exert a tremendous influence on the hip-hop world.

Released in October 1993, this song is a warm anthem that reveals his socially conscious side and a profound love for humanity.

Included on the classic album “Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z.…,” it layers a soulful track with gentle R&B vocals, wrapping listeners in a calm embrace.

It portrays a powerful message of encouragement and deep respect for women living through difficult circumstances.

It can also be taken as a song about friendship that transcends gender, or mutual support between people.

It was used in a symbolic scene in the 2017 biopic “All Eyez on Me,” which depicts his life.

It’s the kind of track that quietly gives a nudge forward when a dear friend is feeling down.

TEACH ME HOW TO DRILLLil Mabu x Fivio Foreign90rank/position

Lil Mabu x Fivio Foreign – TEACH ME HOW TO DRILL (Official Music Video)

Fivio Foreign, who drew attention through a collaboration with up-and-coming New York rapper Lil Mabu, has been in the spotlight.

At the center of it all is “TEACH ME HOW TO DRILL,” whose innovative classroom-set video has become a hot topic and captured the interest of music fans.

The sound packs the punch of opening a new chapter in New York-style drill music, and Fivio Foreign’s role as Lil Mabu’s drill mentor feels fresh.

Upon its release on December 21, 2023, parts of the lyrics sparked debate, but the artists’ swift online response quickly spread among fans.

The track is full of appeal that makes you want to root for it, even if you’re not a hip-hop fan.

Sunday ServiceLatto91rank/position

Latto – Sunday Service (Official Video)

Raat, a rapper from Atlanta, Georgia, has released a powerful new track.

Centered on themes of self-affirmation and independence, the song carries a message about taking control of your life without being bound by society’s expectations.

Showcasing Raat’s commanding delivery and artistic vision, the track was released on June 7, 2024.

Through Raat’s music, it is sure to give courage and inspiration to those who seek to live authentically without yielding to social pressures.

A highly recommended song for anyone striving for self-actualization and independence.