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Rappers have been letting their hair grow.

Watch Chika's pitch for the 2020 XXL Freshman class.

Tory Lanez and friends.

Here's what your faves have been up to.

Time is of the essence when the Chicago native is cooking up.

XXL highlights 25 of the The Notorious B.I.G.'s greatest songs for your listening pleasure.

Check out 25 albums that might shock your parents.

From Eminem's Encore album to Jay-Z's Kingdom Come and more, here are 15 weak albums by great rappers.

Everyone needs a team.

The year 2000 featured some classic rap albums.

From Kendrick Lamar to Travis Scott, Barack Obama has shown much love to the world of hip-hop.

Rest in power.