Hip-hop dates back to the 1970s when it made its boom in the Bronx. During that time, most Black Americans were struggling. Young people in this community decided to take it upon themselves to create a form of expression unlike any other. This was their chance to finally have a voice and let the world in on their struggles.

It didn’t take long for hip-hop to become a phenomenon all over the world. People of all ages and backgrounds have found a way to express their individuality and the troubles of their lives through this genre of music.

Today, as music streaming sites like Spotify are on the rise, hip-hop has become a lot more accessible. People have the option of tuning in to any artist in the world within the comfort of their home.

Here’s a list of three emerging hip hop artists that everyone needs to give a listen to.

Reason

Reason is one such artist that has quickly become a sensation for hip-hop lovers. His musicality and ability to drop bars effortlessly earned him a space on the Black Panther Soundtrack.  Featuring on songs with the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock, he doesn’t need much to prove himself and lets his artistry do the talking.

He’s able to switch up his style between tracks like ‘Better Dayz’ and ‘Colored Dreams’, and easily enraptures his listeners with his flawless storytelling.

Leikeli47

Another gem in the hip-hop scene who’s managed to keep her identity undercover is Leikeli47. While some may think her decision to keep the mask on is to hide behind her art, she believes it’s truly an act of transparency. It’s a way for her to let her identity shine through more easily.

She’s dropped a number of mixtapes, some EPs and two studio albums, and is slowly becoming a hit with listeners all over the U.S. It won’t be wrong to say that her willingness to bend genres and explore different styles of music will put her on the map as an artist that needs to be taken more seriously.

G Perico

G Perico is one of the three members of the musical group ‘G-Worthy’. People compare him to Eazy-E because of the similarities in their vocal style and delivery, but he has a lot more to offer. He’s able to take this style of rap and put a fresh and modern twist on it.

His honesty about his association with gang culture, especially on his 2017 track ‘Affiliated’, is what endears him to his listeners. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, he’s made a name for himself as a gangster rap artist. He has now become one of the most promising young rappers that people are eager to hear more from.

These are just a handful of many hip-hop musicians that need more recognition. Each of these artists brings something unique to the table and isn’t afraid to follow their own path to stand out in the music industry.