East Coast hip hop is a subgenre of hip hop music that originated in the Eastern United States. It is characterized by its gritty and aggressive sound, often featuring heavy beats and samples from jazz, soul, and funk music. The lyrics often focus on social and political issues, as well as personal struggles and experiences. East Coast hip hop has produced some of the most influential and successful artists in the genre, known for their lyrical prowess and storytelling abilities.
Here is a list of east coast hip hop artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the east coast hip hop genre. You can find out what east coast hip hop genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.