Top Virginia Rappers

List of the Best Rappers from Virginia

Positioned between the DMV and the flourishing southern rap scenes of areas such as the Carolinas and Atlanta, there are a few rising rappers from Virginia who are making their mark in the hip hop industry. Despite Virginia’s vast size, the majority of Virginia rappers originate from either Richmond city or the Hampton Roads area, including cities like Norfolk, Newport News, Portsmouth, Hampton, and Virginia Beach. This vast array of 757 rappers, named after the area code for the Hampton Roads region in Virginia, are all contributing to the state’s growing hip hop scene.

Throughout hip hop history, rappers from Virginia or any representation linked to Virginia in the genre haven’t received as much recognition compared to other renowned cities or states. However, this doesn’t negate the considerable influence that Virginia has exerted on the hip hop scene.

Some of the most celebrated producers in hip hop, including Timbaland, Pharrell and the Neptunes, hail from Virginia. It’s also the birthplace of some of hip hop’s most successful and acclaimed artists, such as Missy Elliot, the Clipse, and Das EFX, despite the state often being overlooked.

The rap scene of Virginia rappers might not be as advanced as larger hip hop markets, yet its rappers are equally gifted. From Richmond to Portsmouth, Newport, and Norfolk in the 757, there’s an abundance of skill rappers from Virginia. With imaginative and groundbreaking artists such as Lil Tracy and StaySolidRocky, legends like Pusha T, and the unfiltered talents like FNF Chop, LA Socket, Young Crazy, and Cocaine Mali, as they all perfectly exemplify Virginia’s streets, VA has much to offer hip-hop.

Top 12 Virginia Rappers

BEO Smook

BEO Smook, Portsmouth rapper who made his debut in the mid-2010s, long established himself as one of Virginia’s top street rappers. He is best known for hard-hitting songs like “I’m A Dog,” “At The Sto,” “No Talking,” and more, which showcase his raw talent and authentic representation of Virginia’s street life.

Instagram: @BEO Smook and Youtube: BEO Smook

Cocaine Mali

Cocaine Mali, a rapper from Richmond, was among the top Virginia rappers of the late 2010s and early 2020s. Despite facing legal troubles that have impacted his career, he has released notable projects like Versatile and delivered several hit songs, including “Drill,” “Gatti Talk,” “Jubilee Lane,” “Spin Again” featuring Stunna 4 Vegas, and “Hot Boy Summer.”

Follow on Instagram: @Cocaine Mali and watch on YouTube: Cocaine Mali

FNF Chop

FNF Chop, an authentic street rapper from Richmond, made his debut in the late 2010s, gaining recognition for his raw approach. He has released standout tracks such as “Walk Down,” “Yea Yea Yea,” “Best Friend” featuring Stunna 4 Vegas, “Drawdown,” and “Repeat” with Fivio Foreign, and several others.

Follow on Instagram: @FNF Chop and watch on YouTube: FNF Chop

Fresh Porter

Fresh Porter, born and raised in Petersburg, made his debut in the late 2010s and has since become a prominent artist in Virginia’s rap scene. Known for hit songs such as “DOGG JIGGA” featuring Pooh Shiesty, “P Talk” with Finesse2Tymes, “Spank,” “Going Crazy,” and “Jackie Chan,” Fresh Porter has demonstrated both versatility and star power in his music. His growing discography includes projects like Welcome 2 Porterville, Porterville 2, I R L, Some 2 Trap 2, and Porterville 3, further solidifying his reputation as one of Petersburg’s standout hip-hop artists.

Follow on Instagram: @Fresh Porter and watch on YouTube: Fresh Porter

LA Socket

LA Socket was one of the leading rappers from Virginia during the late 2010s, slowly gaining a strong local following. Although legal troubles have affected his career, he made a impact on the state’s rap scene through standout songs like “100 Shots,” “Switch Up,” and “Ride Out.” LA Socket also released notable projects such as Sock Monster.

Follow on Instagram: @LA Socket and watch on YouTube: LA Socket

Lil Tracy

Hailing from Virginia Beach, this alt rapper skillfully blends elements of trap, rock, emo rap, and SoundCloud rap into his own sound. He is the son of a former member of the iconic rap group Digable Planets and an ex-member of the renowned R&B group SWV. Having spent a significant portion of his youth in Seattle, he has incorporated diverse influences into his music. Since his debut in 2013, he has released over two dozen projects, featuring standout tracks like “Beautiful Nightmare,” “Filet Mignon,” “Bad For You,” “This Year,” “Shame,” and “Alone In My Castle.”

Follow on Instagram: @Lil Tracy and watch on YouTube: Lil Tracy

Luh Kiddo

Luh Kiddo, an up and coming rapper from Richmond, made his debut in 2020. With a growing discography that includes projects such as Mislead, The Ones Who Did It, Buying Time, and several singles, Luh Kiddo continues to establish himself as a next up rap artist to watch.

Instagram: @Luh Kiddo and YouTube: Luh Kiddo

Pretty Savage

Pretty Savage, once signed to G Herbo’s 150 Dream Team label, emerged as the leading lady of Virginia’s rap scene. With a string of popular songs such as “Russian Roulette” featuring Ann Marie, “Slide,” “Ballin,” “Facetime,” “TTU,” and “Rice & Gravy,” she has captured the attention of hip-hop audiences. Her discography includes standout projects like Pretty Savage, Pain Music for Girls, and Savage Szn.

Follow on Instagram: @Pretty Savage and watch on YouTube: Pretty Savage

Pusha T

Pusha T got his start in the 1990s as one half of the duo Clipse. The group made a name for themselves during the early 2000s with their breakout hit “Grindin’.” As a solo artist, Pusha T began in the early 2010s. His solo discography includes notable releases such as My Name Is My Name (2013), King Push (2015), Daytona (2018), and It’s Almost Dry (2022), each of which showcased his sharp lyricism and solidified his status as a powerhouse in hip-hop.

Follow on Instagram: @Pusha T and Watch on YouTube: Pusha T

StaySolidRocky

StaySolidRocky, hailing from the Mosby Court area of Richmond, Virginia, made his debut in the late 2010s. He eventually signed with Columbia Records and released notable projects such as Fallin (2020) and Why So Larceny (2022). His breakout hit, “Party Girl” featuring Lil Uzi Vert, was one of the top hits in rap of 2019.

Follow on Instagram: @StaySolidRocky and watch on YouTube: StaySolidRocky

Traptize Ky

Traptize Ky, hailing from Richmond, made his debut in the late 2010s. Since his arrival he has released well-known tracks such as “Not RVA Drill 2,” “Not RVA Drill,” “Rio Flow,” and “Watcu Gon Do?,” building a reputation in Virginia’s rap scene. Traptize Ky’s body of work includes projects like Back I Go, A Different Me 2, Sacrifice, and Soon, among others.

Follow on Instagram: @Traptize Ky and watch on YouTube: Traptize Ky

Young Crazy

Emerging from the city of Norfolk in the mid-2010s, Young Crazy has made a significant presence within the rap scene of Virginia rappers. His top tracks, such as “Lessons,” “Shell Jumping” featuring Icewear Vezzo, “Saving All My Love,” “Spin,” and “Painter Clique,” highlight his best. Throughout his career, he has released impactful projects including Who TF Is Crazo Damn, Quarantine Crazo, Gucci Mane of VA, Crazo Damn, and Gin in the Pot.

Follow on Instagram: @Young Crazy and watch on YouTube: Young Crazy

YvngXChris

YvngXChris, an rising rap star from Portsmouth, arrived in the early 2020s with a style that quickly set him apart. His energetic and innovative sound has earned him a growing fanbase, fueled by standout tracks like “QuikkSkope,” “DAMN Homie” featuring Lil Yachty, “Giig,” “excuse me?,” “Red Lyte,” “Walk,” and “Lonely,” among others.

Follow on Instagram: @YvngXChris and watch on YouTube: YvngXChris

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