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Cloud rap

Cloud rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Cloud rap

Cloud rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop.

Among the best-known names in the style are XXXTentacion, Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Yachty, Yung Lean and Noah Munck.

From Wikipedia

Cloud rap (also known as trillwave) is a subgenre of hip-hop that emerged from the Southern hip-hop scene in the late 2000s to early 2010s. The style draws influences from trap, ambient and new age music to create a hazy, dreamlike, atmospheric and relaxed production style through the extensive use of reverb and ethereal chopped samples. It was originally pioneered by artists and producers such as Lil B, Clams Casino, Friendzone, Main Attrakionz, Viper, Metro Zu and SpaceGhostPurrp.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Cloud rap.

Key artists

  • XXXTentacion
  • Playboi Carti
  • Lil Uzi Vert
  • Lil Yachty
  • Yung Lean
  • Noah Munck
  • Trippie Redd
  • Denzel Curry
  • Lil Xan
  • Ken Carson

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cloud rap?

Cloud rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 2000s. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop.

Where and when did Cloud rap originate?

Cloud rap originated in United States in the 2000s.

Who are famous Cloud rap artists?

XXXTentacion, Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Yachty, Yung Lean and Noah Munck.

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