Hardcore hip hop is a subgenre of hip hop music that is characterized by aggressive and confrontational lyrics, often dealing with themes of violence, crime, and social injustice. The beats are typically hard-hitting and intense, with heavy basslines and sparse instrumentation. This style of hip hop emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and has been associated with artists who are known for their raw and unapologetic approach to rap music. Some of the most influential and iconic figures in hardcore hip hop include those who have been mentioned above.
Here is a list of hardcore hip hop artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the hardcore hip hop genre. You can find out what hardcore hip hop genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
