Female Rap Renaissance

To call it a comeback would be inaccurate as female rap has been on a rise for years. And now with a record breaking number of 7 female rap artists making it onto Billboard's Hot 100 list, it's safe to say that the hip hop community is experiencing a renaissance when it comes to female rap music. Previously the highest number of female rap acts on the chart was at 6, for 2016 and 2017, and if this is any indication of what the final quarter of the year may look like then it is highly likely continuing forward this number will only rise.

The females dominating the charts thus far are the duo Cardi B (11), Nicki Minaj (3), City Girls (2), Megan thee Stallion (2), Iggy Azalea (1), and new comers Lizzo (2), and Saweetie (1), providing the charts with a strong mixture of Hip Hop and Pop, proving that female rap is much more than "strippers rapping."

The charts aren't the only reflection of female talent  this year, with Dreezy's "Close to You" being certified Gold, and feats such as this years XXL including a record 3 women in the magazine's annual freshman class; Megan, Tierra Whack, and Rico Nasty.

I'm hoping these ladies and more find themselves making chart history. And as a bonus Remy Ma is officially off probation and can now work and tour without restrictions on travel or touring.