If you like Boots Riley, try these artists

If you like Boots Riley, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

political hip-hop

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KRS-One

Shared genres: political hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop boom bap conscious hip-hop

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Survival Skills

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Dr. Dre

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Shared genres: political hip-hop

G-funk West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap

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The Chronic

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Nas

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Shared genres: political hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop boom bap

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King's Disease III

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Tupac Shakur

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Shared genres: political hip-hop

G-funk West Coast hip-hop conscious hip-hop

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Don't Go 2 Sleep

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Ice Cube

Shared genres: political hip-hop

G-funk West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap

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AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted

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Kendrick Lamar

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Shared genres: political hip-hop

West Coast hip-hop alternative hip-hop conscious hip-hop

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Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

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Rakim

Shared genres: political hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop conscious hip-hop gangsta rap

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The 18th Letter

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Ice-T

Shared genres: political hip-hop

West Coast hip-hop gangsta rap golden age hip-hop

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O.G. Original Gangster

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Common questions

Who sounds like Boots Riley?

Artists similar to Boots Riley include KRS-One, Dr. Dre, Nas and Tupac Shakur. Each shares elements of Boots Riley's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Boots Riley?

Boots Riley is primarily known for political hip-hop. Boots Riley’s music pulses with an insistent rhythm, layering dense beats with pointed lyrics that cut through complacency while maintaining an infectious groove.

Where should I start if I like Boots Riley?

If you enjoy Boots Riley, start with KRS-One — their album "Survival Skills" is a great entry point. Shared genres: political hip-hop