Rap essentials: ft. Ice Spice, Cardi B, Gunna, Drake, AJ Tracey, Shallipopi, Skepta and more

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1Xtra’s Rap List is your go-to for the biggest and boldest names in rap, drill, grime and hip-hop. No filler, just straight fire. This week, the lineup is stacked with heavy hitters, rising stars and certified legends. Lil Baby and G Herbo come out swinging with raw US energy, while JID joins forces with Clipse and Pusha T for one of the coldest link-ups in the game. Over in the UK, Wretch 32 and Avelino prove once again why they’re elite on the mic, while PS Hitsquad, Skengdo and AM bring pure drill energy. The UK scene is shining bright. Central Cee’s on smoke, Dave’s in his feelings and JayaHadADream continues to level up. Legends like Mobb Deep and Nas connect with Jorja Smith for that timeless East Coast-to-UK blend, and there’s heat from every angle with Ice Spice, Cardi B, Gunna, Drake, AJ Tracey, Shallipopi, Skepta, Clavish, Headie One and more all delivering. Every artist on this list has been handpicked by the 1Xtra team because they’re making serious waves. From viral new names to culture-defining icons, this is where the best of rap, drill and hip-hop lives. Don’t get caught behind. Lock in, turn it up and stay ahead with the Rap List. Fully certified by BBC Radio 1Xtra. Produced by BBC Audio for BBC Radio 1Xtra.