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Genre
south african trap
Parent Genre: hip hop

South African trap music is a subgenre of hip hop that originated in South Africa. It is characterized by its heavy use of trap beats, 808 basslines, and aggressive lyrics. The genre has gained popularity in recent years, with artists incorporating elements of traditional South African music into their sound. The lyrics often touch on themes of violence, crime, and poverty, reflecting the harsh realities of life in South Africa's townships.


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List of south african trap artists

Here is a list of south african trap artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the south african trap genre. You can find out what south african trap genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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