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Before the streaming giants had a hand in the game, SoundCloud was the wild west—a breeding ground for raw talent, blown-out 808s, and viral moments that shaped the sound of a generation. These five tracks didn’t just dominate timelines—they became street anthems, internet memes, and breakout moments for their creators. And even years later, they still go crazy in the whip or at the function.
“Trap Queen” – Fetty Wap
The love song that took the trap to Top 40. Fetty’s melodic ode to his ride-or-die bae flipped the SoundCloud scene on its head with its sing-song delivery and undeniable hooks. “Trap Queen” had the entire culture cooking pies with their baby, and it marked the beginning of Fetty’s legendary 2015 run. Still a vibe, still a flex.
“The Race” – Tay-K
This one dropped while Tay-K was literally on the run from the law—turning the already aggressive track into a real-life fugitive anthem. Its chaotic energy, lo-fi grit, and infamous backstory made “The Race” viral overnight, cementing it as one of SoundCloud rap’s most notorious moments. Even with Tay-K behind bars, the track still bangs with rebellious spirit.
“No Flockin” – Kodak Black
Before the platinum plaques and Billboard placements, Kodak came in raw and unapologetic on “No Flockin.” His unique cadence, slurred delivery, and street poetry caught fire on SoundCloud, turning this freestyle into an underground smash. Bonus points: it later inspired Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow,” showing just how deep the impact ran.
“U Guessed It” – OG Maco
Loud, unfiltered, and meme-worthy to its core, “U Guessed It” was the kind of track that felt like a punch to the face—in the best way possible. OG Maco screamed his way into the culture with just a few bars and a whole lot of rage. The Vine era loved it, but even now, its reckless energy hits like a shot of adrenaline.
“No Heart” – 21 Savage & Metro Boomin
21 Savage’s dead-eyed delivery paired with Metro Boomin’s haunting production was a match made in Atlanta’s darkest basement. “No Heart” was one of the standouts off Savage Mode, with 21 calmly spitting threats like bedtime stories. Cold, emotionless, and catchy as hell—it’s the SoundCloud era distilled into 3 minutes of menace.
