Here's a Complete List of Every XXL Freshman Over the Years
A look at all of the stars who have graced XXL Freshman covers over the years.
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Definitive Guide to the Best Summer Hip-Hop Albums Since 2000
XXL takes a look at the best rap albums released every summer since 2000.
The Current Middle Children of Rap
In the words of Big Sean, these rappers fit in the middle like the line in a divide sign.
Bobby Shmurda Collaborations We'd Like to See When He's Free
Gunna and Lil Tjay are just a few artists that could make a banger with Bobby.
Signs You're a Trippie Redd Fan
Hairless cats, anime, 1400 and more, here are 15 signs you're a Trippie Redd fan.
These Rappers Prove Best Friends Do Exist in Hip-Hop
From Young Thug and Gunna to A$AP Rocky and Tyler, The Creator and more, here's a look at the best friendships in rap right now.
NBA Players in the Orlando Bubble Are Listening to These Rappers
XXL speaks to NBA players inside the Orlando bubble to find out which rappers they're listening to.
10 Rappers That Almost Signed to Other Rappers
XXL highlights the rappers who almost signed with another rap star but didn't.
9 Times Rappers Changed Their Album Titles Following Backlash
XXL takes a look back at several albums with controversial titles that were changed.
Kanye West Posts Over 20 Tweets Naming Kim Kardashian & Others
Kanye West holds nothing back on Twitter.
Rappers Salute Lil' Kim in Their Lyrics
City Girls, Smokepurpp, Lil Wayne, A$AP Ferg, Shy Glizzy and more salute the Queen Bee in their lyrics.
Migos Projects Worth Listening to and Those You Need to Skip
With over 20 different projects to Migos' name, here are some of the highs and lows in a strong discography from the biggest group in rap today.
Vince Staples' Funniest Quotes on Twitter
These quotes are proof that there's no rapper on Twitter funnier than Vince Staples.
Unforgettable Advice That Rappers Took From Their Fathers
Major keys from your favorite rappers' fathers.
50 Facts About Kendrick Lamar
To celebrate his birthday, XXL takes a look at 50 facts about Kendrick Lamar.
25 Facts About Tupac Shakur
In honor of what would have been his 49th birthday, XXL takes a look at 25 facts about Tupac Shakur.
Facts You Should Know About Lil Wayne's Tha Carter Album Series
XXL digs up 20 facts about Lil Wayne's Tha Carter album series you may not know.
Remember When Rappers Loved Wearing Sports Jerseys All the Time?
XXL takes a look at a history of rappers' love for sports jerseys.
Rappers Remind You Who's Really Running Things
From 50 Cent to Cardi B and more, here's a look at who's really running things in their lyrics.
Here Are 50 Facts About 50 Cent
From boxing to the Billboard charts, XXL takes a look at 50 facts about 50 Cent.
45 Facts About Andre 3000
From animal-inspired rap names to getting his GED and more.
Hip-Hop Album Titles You Always Wondered the Meanings of Defined
Check out 16 hip-hop album titles decoded.