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Hip-hop is sounding off on the slap.

Run up the streams.

A year full of rising rap newcomers and seasoned vets that delivered a solid soundtrack over the last 12 months.

Ross did the crate challenge his way.

DDG says he's sorry.

The soundtrack to a hot summer weekend.

2021 XXL Freshmen share their life mottos.

DDG, Lakeyah, Morray and Coi Leray discuss their 2021 XXL Freshman experience.

Watch DDG, Lakeyah, Morray and Coi Leray go off in their 2021 XXL Freshman cypher.

Nothing but bars on these solid guest verses this year.

Certified bangers from Drake, Tyler, The Creator, J. Cole and more.

2021 XXL Freshman DDG won't let the internet drama faze him in his freestyle.

Listen to the hottest songs from the 2021 XXL Freshman Class.

2021 XXL Freshman DDG prides himself on being a successful crossover artist from YouTube to hip-hop in his version of XXL's ABCs.

Let's get ready to rumble!

Watch the 2021 Freshman Class chin check their haters.

Buy XXL magazine's summer issue featuring the 2021 XXL Freshman Class online.

Welcome the 2021 XXL Freshman Class.

Hooks that last.

New jams.

Lyrics that are easy to remember and hard to forget.

Before the annual Freshman Class cover is revealed, it's time to cast your vote for the 10th spot.

The right place for all the songs you need.

Nothing but heat.

You wanted bangers? They're all here.

Fenix Flexin, Benny The Butcher and more new hip-hop projects in March.

The new jams.

Making a good thing better.

XXL takes a look at the artists who earned fame for doing plenty of other things besides rap.

A look at all of the stars who have graced XXL Freshman covers over the years.