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List of Top Tampa Rappers & St Pete Rappers

In the shadows of the booming rap markets of Jacksonville, Broward County, and Orlando is the emerging rap scene within Tampa Bay, a rap scene of Tampa rappers and St Pete rappers. Nicknamed Trigga City, for the longest Tampa rap music only consisted of Tom G and a few others that were more locally and regionally known. But with the growth in popularity of rap and hip-hop music there have been over a dozen Tampa and St Pete rappers that have altogether created a rising rap scene in Central Florida.

From East Tampa to West Tampa, to the small hoods of St Pete, stretching from Childs Park to the South Side, to the small towns of Sarasota and Lakeland, there are enough places in the Tampa Bay metropolitan to produce artists that are able to develop a thriving position among the national rap and hip hop stage.

Top 12 St Pete and Tampa Rappers

2gaudy

2gaudy stands out from other Tampa rappers with his eccentric and alternative style, diverging from the typical Florida street rap. Debuting in 2020, he has gained fans with songs like “She Wants It,” “Ballin’,” “Rage,” “Tiger,” and “For The Vibe.”

Follow on Instagram: @2gaudy and YouTube: 2gaudy

Jimbo World

Jimbo World debuted in the late 2010s and has released several projects, including Jimbo World Vol. 1, 2, and 3, HIM, and Street Preacher. He is known for tracks like “My Grind,” “Talk S***,” “Background,” “4 & Ah Baby,” “Get Money Get Paid,” and “Motion.”

Follow on Instagram: @Jimbo World and YouTube: Jimbo World

Lil Kee

Lil Kee, a rapper from Tampa who was once signed to Lil Baby’s 4 Pockets Full, debuted in 2019 and has gained popularity with songs such as “I’m Glad,” “All I Wanted Was Money,” “Catch A Murder,” “Letter 2 My Brother,” “What You Sayin,” “Automatic,” “Feelings Everywhere,” and “Sacrifice.”

Follow on Instagram: @Lil Kee and YouTube: Lil Kee

Project Youngin

Project Youngin, emerging from St. Petersburg’s housing project, debuted in 2014 and has since become known with songs including “Dum Dum” featuring King Von, “Bodies” with Hotboii, “Permanent Scars,” “Cry Alone,” “Doormat,” and “Homicide” featuring YNW Melly.

Follow on Instagram: @Project Youngin and YouTube: Project Youngin

Rayy Dubb

Ray Dubb, hailing from Sarasota County, debuted in the mid-2010s and has released well-known songs such as “You Lied,” “Spaceship,” “Thuggin By My Self,” “Bang It Out,” “Voices In My Head,” and “The Rain.”

Follow on Instagram: @Rayy Dubb and YouTube: Rayy Dubb

Richie Wess

Richie Wess, a veteran from Tampa, has been a prominent rapper in the local music scene since his debut in the early 2010s. Known for tracks like “Crash 2” with Babyface Ray, “Alot To Say” and “Set Me Free” with Rich the Kid, “Poppin,” and “Frenemies,” he has consistently represented the city the right way.

Follow on Instagram: @Richie Wess and YouTube: Richie Wess

Roboy

Roboy, hailing from West Tampa and a former artist of Gucci Mane’s 1017 label, has gained attention with top songs like “Lane Switch,” “Street Lights,” and “Thug Life.” He has released projects such as “Diamond in the Rough” and “Decisions,” showcasing his talent and versatility in the music industry.

Follow on Instagram: @Roboy and YouTube: Roboy

Rod Wave

Rod Wave has created a unique style of rap, characterized by melodies infused with pain. Coming from St. Petersburg, he made his debut in 2016 and has since released tracks like “Street Runner,” “Dark Clouds,” “Heart On Ice,” “Tombstone,” and “Cuban Links.” His emotional and relatable music has earned him a cult following, establishing him as one of the most rappers today.

Follow on Instagram: @Rod Wave and YouTube: Rod Wave

T9ine

T9ine, hailing from Tampa’s 43rd and Hillsborough neighborhood, has made a name for himself with projects such as 2019’s From Nun To Something and 2020’s Fast Life Living. Debuting in the late 2010s, he has released popular tracks like “Mind Of A Real,” “When We Ball,” “Check On Me,” “3 Deep,” and “No Feelings.”

Follow on Instagram: @T9ine and YouTube: T9ine

Taleban Dooda

Taleban Dooda, originating from Tampa’s 43rd and Hillsborough neighborhood, released the street classic Fallen Angel in 2021. Since then, he has been relentless, producing top tracks like “How to Feel,” “No Libs,” “Chosen,” “Call 100 Times,” and “Dis Dooda.”

Follow on Instagram: @Taleban Dooda and YouTube: Taleban Dooda

Tom G

Tom G, a pioneer of Tampa’s rap scene from the Palm River neighborhood, was among the first major names to emerge from the city. Active since the early 2010s or even earlier, he helped establish Tampa’s presence in the music industry long before a legitimate rap scene existed in Tampa Bay or Florida outside of Miami.

Follow on Instagram: @Tom G and YouTube: Tom G

Yung Dred

Yung Dred, a Tampa rapper that has been active since the mid-2010s, has released over five projects, with A Star Was Born in 2021 being his most successful. He is known for top songs like “Blue Strips,” “Chosen One,” “Everything’s Up” featuring Hotboii, “Papercut,” and “Pornstar” with Lil Baby.

Follow on Instagram: @Yung Dred and YouTube: Yung Dred

Honorable Mention Tampa and St Pete Rappers:

– 350Heem Instagram: @350Heem and Youtube: 350Heem

– OTM Frenchyy Instagram: @OTM Frenchyy and Youtube: OTM Frenchyy

– Big Baby Scumbag Instagram: @Big Baby Scumbag and Youtube: Big Baby Scumbag

– Buck Sosa Instagram: @Buck Sosa and Youtube: Buck Sosa

– Gitt Swift Instagram: @Gitt Swift and Youtube: Gitt Swift

– Eyeball Relly Instagram: @Eyeball Relly and Youtube: Eyeball Relly

– Tae Bae Instagram: @Tae Bae Bae and Youtube: Tae Bae Bae

*If any artists are missing from the list email info@kltvltz.com or leave a comment!

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