BOSSIP's best hip-hop moments of 2024

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As the year comes to a close, we must reflect on one of the biggest years in hip-hop in recent memory, led by Kendrick and Drake.

The year 2024 will become a pivotal moment for hip-hop that will be talked about for ages. The big three were active, with Drake, Kendrick and J. Cole all dominating in different ways. Tyler The Creator has stayed in his lane and proven that he evolves at his own pace. In recent years, some have claimed that culture is being watered down, but in 2024, only authentic music matters.

BOSSIP's best hip-hop moments of 2024

Kendrick Lamar and Drake fight the battle of the century

The year started again after the release of Drake's album For all dogs and led us to believe that it would be another year of domination for the Canadian. However, that was far from the truth after Kendrick Lamar's “Like That” verse denounced the false “big three” narratives. Drake released “Push Ups” then taunted Kendrick into responding. Once Lamar released “Euphoria,” everything was downhill for Drizzy. “Not like us” became the final blow heard around the world. Kendrick's Juneteenth celebration, “The Pop-Out,” was the victory lap watched around the world and his Super Bowl LIX halftime show is shaping up to be the storybook show end to the quarrel.

Drake finishes 20-1 with a 19-1 record

Did Drake get his Canadian ass kicked by Kendrick, yes. However, we can't let that distract us from the fact that he swooped in and grabbed the rest of his peers. From telling Metro Boomin to “shut up and make some drums” to reminding A$AP Rocky that his career is over, he's taken several rappers with him.

Young Thug Beats YSL RICO Case, Kinda

After more than two years, the longest trial in Fulton County history has come to an end. When Young Thug and Gunna were arrested following YSL's shocking indictment, many feared we would never hear from them again. After accepting a plea deal that included 10 years of probation and banishment from Atlanta, Young Thug was free.

Shaboozey perfectly proves the mix of hip-hop and country

“Who is Shaboozey?” » That's what many asked after he appeared on Beyoncé's show. COWBOY CARTER not once but twice. Then a seamless transition from that point occurred when he released “A Bar Song (Tipsy.”) The song dominated the No. 1 spot on the Billboard chart for 19 weeks, tying Lil Nas X's record with “Old Town Road.”

Jay-Z Blasts Grammys While Defending Wife Beyoncé

When Jay-Z attended the Grammys to accept the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, he used his acceptance speech to blow up the Grammys. Hov wondered how she could have all the awards without getting the album of the year award. “Even by your own measurements, it doesn’t work.” Hov questioned while on stage.

Sean Diddy Combs arrested for sex crimes

Diddy's fall from grace was one of the most surprising twists of 2024. After a video surfaced of Combs assaulting Cassie in a hotel hallway, his image was stained forever. In September, he was charged with racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution, alongside sex trafficking charges. After his arrest, more allegations surfaced of sexual misconduct spanning decades. Combs has maintained his innocence and pleaded not guilty, but he will ultimately get his chance in court. Until then, he will be confined at the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York.