The albums that define
chicago drill.
Our picks for where to start with chicago drill — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top Chicago drill artists
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The chicago drill essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Chief Keef
Dedication
A raw and unfiltered exploration of street life, layered with gritty beats and distinctive flows.
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Lil Durk
Almost Healed
A reflective blend of melodic hooks and streetwise narratives, underscored by Durk's introspective delivery.
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Lil Durk
Loyal Bros 2
Aggressive beats and introspective lyrics collide in a raw exploration of ambition and street life.
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Chief Keef
Almighty DP 2
A raw and unfiltered exploration of street life, layered with heavy beats and Chief Keef's signature vocal style.
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King Von
Levon James
A gritty exploration of urban life, merging raw storytelling with hard-hitting beats and a relentless flow.
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King Von
What It Means to Be King
A gritty exploration of street life imbued with raw emotion and storytelling finesse.
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G Herbo
Humble Beast
A raw and introspective exploration of street life, layered with urgent delivery and gritty beats.
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G Herbo
Swervo
G Herbo's gritty storytelling intertwines with menacing beats, capturing the raw essence of Chicago's drill scene.
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Lil Bibby
Free Crack 3
A raw exploration of street life layered over gritty beats and introspective storytelling.
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Lil Reese
Supa Savage
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Fredo Santana
Trappin Ain't Dead
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