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Black America Web
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
GloRilla Big Boogie & More: Meet the Top 10 Rappers Putting Memphis on the Map
Source: Prince Williams / Getty Memphis has always marched to the beat of its own 808. Gritty, raw, and unapologetically Southern, the city's rap scene has quietly — and now loudly — shifted the culture. What started as underground tapes and basement studio sessions has turned into Billboard hits, viral moments, and Grammy wins. But beyond the accolades, what truly sets Memphis rappers apart is their authenticity. They rap like they've lived every word. Pain, loyalty, betrayal, survival — these themes aren't just lyrics; they're lived experiences. The city produces artists who don't chase trends; they build movements. Their sound is heavy on bass, sharp with cadence, and always rooted in storytelling. Whether it's a street anthem or a club banger, there's a depth that hits harder because it comes from a real place. One of the most powerful forces in the city's rap rise is emotion. These rappers aren't afraid to show vulnerability, whether through tales of losing friends, navigating fame, or striving to break generational curses. The balance of toughness and tenderness, trap beats and trauma unpacked, makes Memphis music hit different. And it's not just the guys. The women coming out of Memphis are rewriting the rules too — bold, brash, and brilliantly lyrical. Together, this new wave of talent is defining the sound of the South for a new generation. Check Out The Artist Putting On For Their City! RELATED: Big Boogie Summer Jam: Setlist RELATED: Summer Jam 2025: Glorilla, Bossman Dlow, Jacquees, Skilla Baby, Queen Key, & Big Boogie Source: N/A / n/a GloRilla Big Boogie & More: Meet the Top 10 Rappers Putting Memphis on the Map was originally published on Pioneers of the Memphis sound — Oscar winners, crunk originators, and the blueprint for today's trap music. The king of consistency. From 'Down in the DM' to CMG empire-building, Gotti is the business and the bars. Independent legend. His hustle, leadership, and loyalty to Memphis made him a beloved figure before his tragic passing. Street-certified with mainstream reach, Moneybagg brings emotion and heat on every project. Glock holds it down for Paper Route Empire. Stylish, flashy, and sharp with the pen. The breakout star of 2022-2023. Her voice, confidence, and anthems like 'F.N.F.' made her a national name. A true OG. His laid-back delivery, wild stories, and unforgettable flow helped define Memphis rap in the 2000s. Raw emotion, pain music, and undeniable stage presence — Boogie is the voice of the trenches right now. Crunk ain't dead! Duke brought energy and dance-heavy Memphis vibes back with a vengeance. Young, spiritual, and explosive. Choppa's evolution from viral teen rapper to conscious lyricist shows his growth. Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Yahoo
Playground Karen Calls Black Toddler the N-Word, an 11-Year-Old Florida Boy Dies By Suicide, Tucker Carlson Drags Michelle Obama, Georgia Teen Honors His Slain Prom Date, Track Meet Stabbing Suspect Raises Crazy Money and More From the Week in News
A Karen's racist rant, at a playground of all places, was caught on camera and the internet wants to make her famous. Whom she channeled all that ire toward will really make you want to put her on that Summer Jam screen. - Angela Wilson Read More A Florida family was forced to bury their sweet 11-year-old boy after an apparent suicide. However, the lawsuit they filed points to a shocking suspect in the bullying he experienced before his death. - Kalyn Womack Read More In a recent episode of Megyn Kelly's podcast, Tucker Carlson threw some serious low blows toward former First Lady Michelle Obama after expressing her plight as a Black woman and wife. His hateful comments only fueled right-winged social media to drag her. - Kalyn Womack Read More Three years have passed since the death of Denise Broadie after a long battle of health complications. Though, following her passing, her husband was charged in connection to her death which authorities now consider to be a murder. The reason behind the charges stems from a long-held secret that could have saved Denise's life. - Kalyn Womack Read More A Georgia teen did not deserve to have her excitement of going to senior prom soiled by the senseless killing of her prom date. However, she still made a decision to make sure he was honored in his absence. The tribute will bring you to tears. - Kalyn Womack Read More Despite the ongoing threats targeted at Karmelo Anthony —the teen who allegedly fatally stabbed another teen at a track meet — supporters are still pushing through the hate to undergird his defense. In fact, they raised so much money for this kid, he could buy a mini mansion. - Kalyn Womack Read More Questions continue to swarm the mysterious death of a pair of 19-year-old twins found in a hiking mountain in Georgia. Newly discovered evidence only makes the family feel more 'clueless' about what truly happened to them — and they're not going for the 'murder-suicide' theory. - Kalyn Womack Read More Houston City Council Member Julian Ramirez called the behavior of 12 Houston Fire Training Academy cadets 'regrettable and very disappointing' after they circulated racist content in a private Instagram group chat. They were even bold enough to continue their racist behavior online even after receiving warnings to for that they paid the ultimate price. - Angela Wilson Read More On this segment of Black people having their hard-earned property snatched from them, we have an odd case to look at down in Houston, Texas. An 84-year-old man says he's fighting to reclaim properties that he already paid for. Now begs the question, how did they get taken in the first place? - Kalyn Womack Read More Southern Indiana police thought they solved the murder of a 35-year-old woman earlier this month by throwing the suspect in jail. However, new evidence led to a crazy plot twist that you have to read to believe. - Kalyn Womack Read More For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
