Top 100 Rap Songs

With its explosive lyrics and supercharged rhythms, rap burst onto the music scene in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. As it combined DJ’ing with MC’ing and breakdancing, rap evolved into an entirely new genre known as hip hop. However, at its heart, rap music was essentially the work of inner city youths addressing the troubles and concerns associated with urban life. Now, find the right groove with this selection of the best music from Run DMC, Grandmaster Flash, 50 Cent, Eminen and many more. Since its early days, rap has exploded, exploring incredible sonic invention, new poetic ideas, and the “gangsta” life. And it’s all yours to sample free.