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1. Cassper Nyovest
Hits in the past year: “Doc Shebeleza”, “Gusheshe”, “Phumakim”.
The
24 year-old rapper might be beefing with AKA, but what we are more
interested in are the hot singalong tracks he keeps dropping. From
“Gusheshe” to “Doc Shebeleza” all the way to the current hit “Phumakim”,
it’s really hard not bumping to his melodic rhymes.
2. K.O
Hits in the past year: “Caracara”, “Mission Statement”.
K.O’s
second solo single “Caracara” has proved that for him making hits is
standard procedure with or without his fellow band Teargas. If
“Caracara” is anything to go by, we simply can’t wait to hear his full
album due out later this year.
3. Ice Prince
Hits in the past year: “N-Word (Remix)”, “I Swear”, “Shots On Shots”.
Now
l get why Ice Prince called his latest album ‘Fire Of Zamani’. He meant
it! And the fire clearly shows in his music. With his most recent video
for N-Word Remix and a string of impressive collabos, its clear why
he’s a BET award winning rapper.
4. AKA
Hits in the past year: “Run Jozi”, “Congratulate”.
AKA
might be known for speaking his mind, which usually rubs off the wrong
way on fellow rappers, but at least he has the talent and swag to back
it up. Not only does his music have staying power, but he also has
attitude. That top rapper, super star attitude. He knows his worth and
it seems to be working for him.
5. Burna Boy
Hits in the past year: “Don Gorgon”, “Yawa Dey”, “Run My Race”.
Burna
is probably the most authentic rapper right now. From his Jamaican
inspired sounds in “Yawa Dey”, to his sometimes retro style and always
distinct tone, his music always leaves an impression. That old skool
vibe and hardcore image sets him well apart from the rest.
6. Sarkodie
Hits in the past year: “Adonai”, “Shots on Shots”, “Inflation”.
MAMA
Best Hip-Hop award winner, BET and MTVEMA nominee, Sarkodie, has had an
illustrious year with some impressive features under his belt. Taking
Best Hip-Hop and collaborating with Miguel at the MAMAs, to hit
producing features on Ice Prince and Fuse ODG tracks. Sarkodie has
remained at the top of African rap.
7. Olamide
Hits
in the past year: “Goons Mi”, “Story for the gods”, “Sitting On the
Throne”. Olamide is a celebrated street hop act that is steady writing
the revolution of indigenous rap music in Nigeria’s blossoming music
industry. While controversy trails him over being Naija’s most
consistent artist, King Badoo’s career can boast a record of features
and releases.
8. iFani
Hits in the past year: “Ingoma Ezimnandi”, “Chocolate & Vanilla”.
iFani
is known for his tongue-twister Xhosa rhymes and distinct fashion
sense. His hooks are catchy and his verses playful and witty. And with
multiple bangers on his debut album, ‘I Believes In Me’, it’s no wonder
he’s hot right now. This rapper manages to keep his music fun and
relatable with a bit of soul in it.
9. Phyno
Hits in the past year: “Alobam”, “Man of the Year”, “Authe”.
Phyno
is one superstar who has enjoyed loyalty from fans that cut across his
Eastern roots. Prior to the release of his debut album, ‘No Guts No
Glory’, his singles “Ghost Mode ft. Olamide”, Man of the Year (Obago),
Parcel, and Anamachi Versachi catapulted his fame while songs like ‘O
Set ft. PSquare, ‘Icholiya ft. Ice Prince & M.I’ and the
controversial ‘Authe ft. Flavour’ after the album release, kept him on a
chilling fourth gear cruise.
10. Duncan
Hits in the past year: “Tsiki Tsiki”, “Khayalami”, “Tsiki Tsiki (Remix)”.
Duncan’s
debut album topped local iTunes charts upon release and is still
dominating the South African album sales chart. His Kwaito inspired rap
takes you straight to the township. His new, his fresh and he’s worth
keeping an eye on!
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