“I want to know some cool rap songs!” “I’m really into tracks that have rap elements lately!” To answer voices like these, we researched the latest great tracks based on feedback from music fans submitted to our site.
From those, we handpicked rap songs that are especially popular among today’s teenagers.
We didn’t limit ourselves to hip-hop—by focusing on rap, we selected from a wide range of genres.
Find your new favorite track!
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Not Just Hip-Hop! Classic Rap Tracks Recommended for Teens (1–10)
WALK THIS WAYSALU
It’s a heartbreak song that not only has a danceable, urban beat but also carries a bittersweet message.
An urban, groovy track delivered in his uniquely characteristic flow.
He has collaborated with a wide range of artists—including SKY-HI, Shingo Katori, and EXILE’s SHOKICHI—and his versatility is highly regarded.
He’s a rapper, but not in a hard-edged way; his approachable vibe is part of his popularity.
He may not be particularly young, but he remains an icon respected by the youth who continue to shine.
Kawasaki DriftBAD HOP
If the bad boys of the Heisei-era hip-hop scene were ANARCHY, then in Reiwa it’s these guys—truly the new Yankees.
They’ve got plenty of legendary, TV-worthy backstories, and their image is downright mischievous.
Their lyrics, fashion, and vibe all embody that flavor, and there are more than a few—no, a lot of—young people who admire it, right? Every guy wants to be a bad boy at least once, doesn’t he? Good kids, don’t try this at home! Bad kids, you should just go see their live shows.
Ride a time machinePUNPEE
PUNPEE’s music seems to have gained recognition across a much wider audience thanks to his collaboration with Gen Hoshino and his remix for Hikaru Utada.
His approachable, easy-to-listen tracks are supremely comfortable and carry memorable melodicism.
It’s a song I can highly recommend even to people listening to hip-hop for the first time.
A happy, dramatic number perfect for a page of youth! Emotional rap? Even so, he’s got the sensibilities that resonate with the generation raised on ’90s hip-hop, and perhaps surprisingly, he’s supported by a broad range of listeners.
SAND CASTLE feat. Akko GorillaSiM
SiM is a rock band that brings together three key elements: jaw-dropping technique, a heavy, powerful sound, and emotionally charged live performances.
On “SAND CASTLE,” they feature female rapper Akkogorilla, achieving an impressive blend.
The track shifts from a tropical, reggae-tinged vibe driven by samplers into a full-on rock sound before you know it.
Even if heavy tones aren’t your usual preference, SiM’s sound and song structures are uniquely their own, so you might find yourself enjoying it.
Definitely give it a listen.
Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X
Lil Nas X delivered the 2019–2020 trend: a crossover between country and hip-hop.
Country has seen revivals before, but its crossover with hip-hop and R&B felt truly fresh.
Country legend Billy Ray Cyrus even appears in the music video in what’s practically cosplay! The Tarantino-style cinematography is gripping, packed with punchy jokes and undeniable cool.
His distinctive fashion sense also resonates with the younger generation.
START IT AGAINAK-69
Many people probably have the image of AK-69 as having a hard, 90s-style rap vibe, but he actually creates quite a few gentle, ballad-like tracks as well.
Even when the lyrics come from a place of being down, you can feel his indomitable spirit—like a quiet yet blazing passion smoldering underneath, very much his style.
He’s respected from many angles as a Japanese rapper who has achieved a lot, and I feel that his strong, straightforward character is what people love about him.
When I revisit his early works, there are definitely moments where you can glimpse that side of him.
HIGHEST IN THE ROOMTravis Scott
A dope hip-hop track by American rapper Travis Scott.
That signature dark hip-hop vibe is irresistible here! The lyrics feature literary expressions that are a highlight, making you want to listen closely and unpack the depth of emotion in this song.
His low, weighty voice blends perfectly with the bass-heavy track.
While the song opens with a heavy impression, the arrangement brings in piano and synthesizers in a dramatic way, giving it a cinematic feel.
A hip-hop musician poised to lead the next generation.
Definitely give it a listen!