XXL has unveiled its annual list of up-and-coming rappers, the Freshman Class 2023, featuring GloRilla, Central Cee, Lola Brooke and more.
The list also includes Finesse2Tymes, Lola Brooke, Rob49, Fridayy, 2Rare, SleazyWorld Go, Real Boston Richey, Luh Tyler, TiaCorine and DC the Don.
"Narrowing down over 80 artists this year to 12, these talents have not only been the cream that has risen to the top, but serve as a representation of the current pulse of this year's sound: inimitable, eclectic, vibe-y, nostalgic and damn good," the publication wrote upon announcing this year's list of rising superstars.
XXL's past freshman classes have included Chance the Rapper, Ty Dolla $ign, Kendrick Lamar, Wiz Khalifa, Macklemore, Future, Travis Scott and Megan Thee Stallion.
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