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As 2025 comes to a close, According 2 Hip-Hop reflects on a year that reaffirmed why Hip-Hop remains the most powerful and competitive art form in the world. From elite lyricism and commanding live performances to hard-hitting interviews and culture-shifting releases, this year delivered moments that demanded recognition.
Our 2025 According 2 Hip-Hop Awards honor the artists, records, performances, and moments that defined the year — not by hype alone, but by impact, craft, and cultural weight.
Interview of the Year
Scarface on Club Shay Shay
Scarface’s sit-down on Club Shay Shay was raw, reflective, and deeply human. The legendary emcee offered rare vulnerability while unpacking his life, legacy, health, and career with honesty that resonated far beyond Hip-Hop.
Music Video of the Year
So Be It – Clipse
Minimalist yet menacing, So Be It delivered cinematic tension that perfectly matched the duo’s sharp, unapologetic bars. Every frame reinforced Clipse’s dominance.
Live Performance of the Year
Kendrick Lamar — Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show
Kendrick transformed the world’s biggest stage into a masterclass in symbolism, performance art, and lyrical excellence. A Super Bowl moment for the history books.
Freestyle of the Year
DaBaby — LA Leakers Episode 200
Focused, hungry, and relentless — DaBaby reminded listeners why raw skill still matters when the beat drops.
Disappointing Album of the Year
Tha Carter 6 – Lil Wayne
With expectations sky-high, the project failed to deliver the consistency and impact fans hoped for from a legendary series.
Diss Record of the Year
My Town – Joey Bada$$ feat. Loaded Lux
Calculated, lyrical, and unapologetic — a surgical strike that blended street energy with elite penmanship.
Feature of the Year
Kendrick Lamar on “Chains & Whips” – Clipse
Kendrick’s verse elevated an already razor-sharp record into an instant standout moment of 2025.
Slept On Album of the Year
STAR LINE – Chance the Rapper
A mature, reflective project that deserved far more attention for its honesty and musical depth.
Comeback Emcee of the Year
Malice
Malice returned with conviction, clarity, and bars that proved time away only sharpened his blade.
Lyricist of the Year
JID
Technical brilliance, emotional range, and relentless consistency made JID the most elite pen in Hip-Hop this year.
Emcee/Producer Collabo Album of the Year
Alfredo 2 – Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist
A seamless fusion of gritty storytelling and luxurious production — lightning struck twice.
Rap Verse of the Year
Malice on “F.I.C.O”
A masterclass in controlled aggression, introspection, and grown-man bars.
Female Emcee of the Year
Chè Noir
Sharp, soulful, and unfiltered — Chè Noir continued to carve her lane with lyrical authority.
Group of the Year
Clipse
2025 belonged to Clipse. No group matched their consistency, impact, or cultural presence.
Producer of the Year
The Alchemist
From gritty street anthems to refined collaborations, Alchemist’s fingerprints were everywhere — and flawless.
Song of the Year
So Be It – Clipse
Dark, deliberate, and undeniable — the sound of veteran dominance.
Male Emcee of the Year
Nas
Longevity meets excellence. Nas continued proving that elite Hip-Hop has no expiration date.
Album of the Year
Let God Sort Em Out – Clipse
A triumphant return that balanced menace, maturity, and mastery. Let God Sort Em Out wasn’t just an album — it was a statement.
2025 was a year where bars mattered again, veterans stood tall, and true craftsmanship separated itself from noise. The According 2 Hip-Hop Awards exist to honor that distinction — culture over clout, skill over shortcuts, and impact over algorithms.
As we step into 2026, one thing is clear: Hip-Hop is alive, competitive, and still evolving — and According 2 Hip-Hop will always be here to document it.
