Top 10 Hip-Hop Songs of 2024 (Jan–Dec)
Here’s a curated list of the most trending and defining hip-hop songs of 2024 — from blockbuster diss tracks and viral social hits to chart-topping anthems that shaped the year in rap music. These tracks dominated streams, culture, and conversation throughout the year, reflecting the year’s biggest moments in hip-hop:
- Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
A fiercely impactful diss track that became one of the most talked-about and streamed rap songs of the year, with memorable lyrics and a hard-hitting beat that sparked widespread discussion in hip-hop culture. - Future & Metro Boomin – “Like That” (feat. Kendrick Lamar)
A massive collaboration that blended slick production with dynamic verses, helping it become one of the year’s biggest hits and a staple on rap playlists everywhere. - ¥$ – “Carnival” (feat. Playboi Carti & Rich the Kid)
A high-energy track with a chant-like hook and unforgettable production, “Carnival” became a major staple of 2024 hip-hop culture. - 21 Savage – “redrum”
A dark, catchy anthem that made major waves on streaming platforms, showcasing 21 Savage’s signature style and helping it lock in high play counts across the year. - Eminem – “Houdini”
A standout release from one of hip-hop’s most revered artists, “Houdini” drew attention for its lyricism and chart success among the year’s most streamed rap tracks. - Future & Metro Boomin – “Type Shit” (feat. Travis Scott & Playboi Carti)
A star-studded club hit with memorable verses and production, becoming a recurring favorite on year-end playlists. - Central Cee – “BAND4BAND” (feat. Lil Baby)
A transatlantic hit blending UK drill energy with American trap influences, rising high on streaming charts and gaining strong global traction. - GloRilla – “Yeah Glo!”
A bold, viral single from GloRilla that earned significant streaming success and mainstream attention throughout 2024. - Lil Uzi Vert – Just Wanna Rock
While not a single entry, Uzi’s year included major streaming hits that kept them prominent on rap playlists, blending pluggnb vibes with viral hooks. - Nicki Minaj – Everybody
Nicki’s presence in 2024 remained strong with multiple tracks gaining traction on streaming platforms and contributing to the year’s pop-culture footprint in hip-hop.