The albums that define
hip house.
Our picks for where to start with hip house — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top hip house artists
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The hip house essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
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Dans ma paranoïa
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and streetwise lyrics that captures urban life in contemporary France.
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Lacrizeomic
A vibrant blend of hip-hop and house, pulsating with energetic beats and sharp lyrical commentary.
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Azealia Banks
Slay-Z
An energetic blend of hip house and dance-pop, pulsating with fierce confidence and playful lyricism.
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Azealia Banks
Fantasea
A whirlwind of eclectic beats and sharp, bold lyrics that blend hip-house with dance-pop sensibilities.
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Azealia Banks
Icy Colors Change
Azealia Banks weaves festive charm with eclectic beats and sultry vocals in this seasonal EP.
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Redfoo
Party Rock Mansion
A high-energy blend of party anthems infused with playful lyrics and infectious beats.
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Pitbull
The Boatlift
A vibrant fusion of crunk and reggaeton fueled by infectious hooks and celebratory beats.
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Pitbull
Armando
A vibrant fusion of reggaeton and dance-pop, laced with infectious hooks and celebratory energy.
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Pitbull
Planet Pit
An electrifying blend of dance-pop and Latin rhythms that ignites the party atmosphere.
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Pitbull
El Mariel
A vibrant fusion of reggaeton beats and hip-hop flair, celebrating Miami's cultural landscape.
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Pitbull
Meltdown
A high-energy blend of dance-pop and hip-hop that ignites the party atmosphere with infectious hooks.
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will.i.am
Madagascar 2 - Motion Picture Soundtrack
A vibrant mix of playful melodies and rhythmic beats that capture the spirit of adventure and friendship.
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Dizzee Rascal
Showtime
An electrifying blend of UK garage and grime, showcasing Dizzee Rascal's sharp lyrical prowess over pulsating beats.
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Dizzee Rascal
Boy in da Corner
A raw, electrifying fusion of garage beats and sharp lyrical wit that captures London's gritty urban landscape.
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Kid Cudi
Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager
A psychedelic journey through self-doubt and introspection, layered with inventive beats and Kid Cudi's signature emotive delivery.
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Kid Cudi
Man on the Moon III: The Chosen
A vivid blend of introspective lyrics and moody instrumentals that explore themes of struggle and resilience.
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Kid Cudi
Man on the Moon: The End of Day
A genre-blurring exploration of dreams and struggles, blending introspective lyrics with eclectic beats.
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Far East Movement
Free Wired
A vibrant fusion of electro hop and hip house that ignites dance floors with infectious energy.
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Happy Mondays
Bummed
Eclectic grooves blend with psychedelic rock and dance beats, creating a vibrant sonic tapestry that's both infectious and adventurous.
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Happy Mondays
Yes Please!
A kaleidoscopic blend of alternative rock and hip house, swirling with infectious grooves and surreal lyricism.
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Happy Mondays
Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches
A vibrant fusion of dance beats and rock energy, encapsulating the hedonistic spirit of early '90s British culture.
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DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
Homebase
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, funk, and R&B that captures summer's carefree essence.
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DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
Code Red
A playful blend of funky beats and catchy hooks that epitomizes early '90s hip-hop charm.
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DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
And in This Corner...
A playful blend of hip-hop and funk laced with witty storytelling and vibrant beats.
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