The internet and the many music platforms on it have streamlined how fans find and engage with their favorite rappers songs and albums. Whether it s streaming platforms like Spotify, SoundCloud or Apple Music, and more video-focused sites like YouTube, the internet helped level the playing field for new music discovery.
Hip-hop has always been about the visual form, which is why many rappers find their popularity on YouTube. Plus, it s free and easily accessible from desktop, phone or tablet. Being a big-time rapper in 2021 means their songs and videos are gaining consistent traction on YouTube, and
XXL is here to give the rundown on which artists are doing just that. We take a look at the rappers who are having the most success on the YouTube charts in 2021 so far. Top Songs, Top Artists and Top Music Videos are the three charts used to determine who s been making the most noise since the start of the year. The first three slots on each chart are the deciding factor, starting
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