The 2000s were an iconic time for every facet of entertainment. The music of that period was specifically vibrant, embodying fun and experimentation. That is partially what made the era memorable for ...

A dad sings the praises of rap music for kids. “This song is dedicated to Cartner, to Gideon and to Gabe. It’s called ‘I Love My Mom,'” a rapper said in the song intro. The song then repeated the same ...

Sometimes it’s hard to say out loud how we’re really feeling, but the best songs are able to take all those emotions and set them to music. When it comes to romance, though, hip-hop love songs are ...

“The Message” is often credited with stretching what hip-hop could be — not just party music but also social commentary. Big Daddy Kane, Daddy-O of Stetsasonic and longtime hip-hop promoter Charlie ...

Love has always been a topic across music genres, including hip-hop. Since the birth of hip-hop, MCs have had no problem showing off a little romantic side — and even their toxic side — when it comes ...

As The Washington Post sought out rappers, producers and on-air hosts to share 50 hip-hop songs they love, a common refrain arose: We make hip-hop, but we listen to everything. We were frequently ...

Hip-hop in Nigeria has passed through several phases over the years with different actors and iconic moments. It has enjoyed global popularity and patronage on a level that has transcended that of ...