The music heard in movies serves several purposes, such as invoking emotion between characters, creating continuity between ...

Here's a look at the trends in the Hot 100's top 10 for last year, as analyzed by Hit Songs Deconstructed. By Gary Trust What were some of the most notable trends on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart ...

Hip Hop and R&B songs rarely win Song of the Year, making each victory a major moment for songwriting recognition. These Grammy wins reflect how songwriting in these genres has shaped conversations ...

Hip-hop Christmas songs create a form of holiday cheer like no other. From innovative lyrics to stellar production, these songs help us celebrate the season in the most unique ways. With numerous ...

Ella Langley has the Hot 100 record with "Choosin' Texas." What about Billboard's other multimetric song surveys?

When hip-hop was in its infancy decades ago, many people thought the genre would be a fad that wouldn't last longer than a few years. But over time, not only has hip-hop continued to grow, it's become ...

Hip-hop has rarely ever shied away from controversy. The culture was built upon overcoming stereotypes and prejudice, eventually influencing the world around us. From Run-D.M.C. making people buy ...

Hip-hop is a powerful genre. It can be used to energize crowds, convey honest human experience, or, in some cases, make you sad. Sure, it’s not quite as often that hip-hop reduces you to tears. But ...

Mother’s Day presents an opportunity to celebrate the profound influence of maternal figures in our lives, and few musical genres capture emotional depth and personal storytelling quite like hip-hop.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Cardi B’s “Outside” debuts at No. 2 on both Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip ...

Crafting infectious hits that stay on repeat has evolved greatly in Hip-Hop’s 50 years of existence. Before we had drum machines, DJ Kool Herc unknowingly sparked a revolution while spinning records ...

The MTV VMA category for Best Hip-Hop lines up Cardi B, Don Toliver, Drake, Megan Thee Stallion and Tyler, the Creator, while ...