The albums that define
punk rap.
Our picks for where to start with punk rap — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top punk rap artists
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The punk rap essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
XXXTentacion
Skins
A raw and fragmented exploration of vulnerability, laced with emotional intensity and minimalist production.
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XXXTentacion
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A raw blend of introspective lyricism and minimalist production that captures emotional turmoil and vulnerability.
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Denzel Curry
Ta13oo
A visceral blend of introspective lyricism and aggressive beats that challenges conventional hip-hop norms.
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Denzel Curry
Zuu
A vibrant blend of Southern hip-hop and punk energy, reflecting Denzel Curry's raw and unfiltered essence.
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Playboi Carti
Whole Lotta Red
A chaotic blend of punk energy and trap production, capturing the raw essence of modern SoundCloud rap.
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Ski Mask the Slump God
Stokeley
A frenetic blend of witty wordplay and trap beats, showcasing Ski Mask's unique comedic flair.
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6ix9ine
Dummy Boy
A chaotic blend of aggressive beats and brash lyrics that embody a punk-infused take on modern hip-hop.
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XXXTentacion
17
A raw exploration of emotional turmoil, blending introspective lyrics with minimalist production and haunting melodies.
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Playboi Carti
Music
A vibrant collage of eclectic beats and catchy hooks that push the boundaries of contemporary rap.
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Slowthai
Nothing Great About Britain
A raw and incisive blend of grime, punk, and rap that critiques contemporary British society.
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Show Me the Body
Trouble the Water
A visceral blend of hardcore punk and noise rock that challenges conventions with raw intensity.
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SMTB
A frenetic fusion of hardcore punk and noise rock, laced with raw, visceral energy.
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Show Me the Body
Dog Whistle
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk and noise rock, raw and unfiltered in its energy and emotion.
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Show Me the Body
Survive
A visceral blend of hardcore punk and noise rock, pulsing with raw energy and urgency.
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Show Me the Body
Body War
Aggressive noise rock collides with visceral punk energy, creating an intense soundscape of chaotic emotion.
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Show Me the Body
Corpus I
A chaotic blend of hardcore punk and noise rock, infused with visceral emotion and gritty realism.
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Rico Nasty
Nightmare Vacation
A chaotic fusion of punk rap and trap that unleashes Rico Nasty's fierce persona and unfiltered creativity.
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XXXTentacion
A Ghetto Christmas Carol
A raw and introspective blend of lo-fi beats and haunting melodies that reflect emotional turmoil.
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XXXTentacion
Members Only, Vol. 2
A raw, frenetic blend of emo rap and hardcore hip-hop that captures angst and vulnerability.
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Chief Keef
Dedication
A raw and unfiltered exploration of street life, layered with gritty beats and distinctive flows.
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XXXTentacion
Look at Me: The Album
A raw and turbulent exploration of emotion, merging elements of emo rap with experimental beats and introspective lyrics.
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XXXTentacion
Bad Vibes Forever
A raw and fragmented exploration of pain, loss, and existential dread through diverse genres and emotional vulnerability.
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XXXTentacion
ItWasntEnough
Emotional vulnerability collides with raw aggression in short, impactful bursts of SoundCloud rap and punk rock energy.
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XXXTentacion
Revenge
A raw and visceral blend of punk-infused hip-hop and emotional vulnerability, capturing a tumultuous inner landscape.
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