29 Best Spanish Rappers
Move over Drake, there's a new sound in town, and it comes from the best Spanish rappers ever! From the traditional to the modern, these Spanish rappers have been shaking up the music industry with their unique sound and style. Here’s a look at our favorites.
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1. Yung Beef
Yung Beef is a Spanish rapper from Madrid, Spain. He is known for his aggressive and provocative lyrics.
Yung Beef has released several mixtapes and collaborated with various artists, including C. Tangana, Kase. O, and Rayden.
He is a member of the rap group Agorazein and has contributed to multiple songs and videos.
2. SFDK
Formed in 1992 by old friends Zatu and Acción Sánchez, SFDK is a Spanish hip-hop group. Following the release of various demos, they set up their record label, Zeroporsiento, and put out the single “Llámalo como lo quieras.”
Two years later, they released their first album, “Siempre Fuertes,” which was praised by critics as a hard-hitting hip-hop project.
Subsequent albums, including “Desde los chiqueros” and “2001: Odisea en el lodo”, saw them transition to a more accessible hip-hop style and gain commercial success. In 2005, the album “2005” went Gold.
3. Nio García
Nio García is a San Juan, Puerto Rican artist who has made a name for himself as a rapper, dancer, and choreographer.
His songs “Infinitely,” “Soy Yo,” and “Castigo” have broken into the charts, and 2018's “Te Boté” was a hit on the internet.
He has released more than two dozen singles in the last two years, with “La Jeepeta” topping the charts and a full-length album, Now or Never. 2021 saw him collaborate with Flow La Movie and Manuel Turizo.
4. Lirico en la Casa
Lirico en la Casa is a Spanish rapper from Barcelona. He has been rapping since he was 15 but only got serious about it when he was 20.
His stage name means “lyricism in the house,” and it's evident that he takes his craft very seriously. He's released several albums and collaborated with other artists on mixtapes and compilations.
Lirico is known for his lyrical prowess, which often takes on a political tone.
He is also known for his collaborations with other artists, including La Otra Orilla, one of Spain's most well-known rappers.
5. Residente
Residente is the stage name of Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter René Pérez Joglar. He is a founding member of the alternative rap group Calle 13.
He is known for his socially conscious and often politically charged lyrics and a wide range of musical styles.
He has released five solo studio albums, the most recent being Residente (2017). He has won numerous awards, including 24 Latin Grammy Awards and two Grammy Awards.
6. El Chojin
Domingo Edjang Moreno, famously known as El Chojin, is a Spanish vocalist and lyricist recognized for his social criticism and anti-discrimination messages.
He has released twelve albums, performed in a show, and appeared in movies. He has achieved the Guinness World Record for most syllables rapped in a single minute, with a total of 921.
El Chojin has additionally been on Telecinco to rap a summary of the week's news.
7. Baby Bash
Spanish rapper Baby Bash is a Mexican-American rapper and singer who emerged in the rap scene in the early 2000s.
He is best known for his hit singles “Suga Suga,” “Obsession,” and “Cyclone.” He has collaborated with several other prominent Latin artists, such as Frankie J, Pitbull, and Selena Gomez.
His music incorporates traditional Latin sounds with a mix of hip-hop and R&B.
8. Chimbala
Chimbala is a Spanish rapper and one of the primary performers of dembow in Latin America.
He partnered with notable artists such as El Alfa, Mozart La Para, Don Miguelo, and La Materalista and became well-known for his tune “Maniquí.”
In 2018, his single releases included “To lo gogo,” “Desacatao,” and the official video for “Pocoto.”
Additionally, he worked with Mark B on the single “Pónmelo a sonar” and released the songs “Colombiana” and “El Pito Remix Internacional.”
9. Valtonyc
Valtonyc is a rapper from Mallorca, Spain. He is known for his lyrics focusing on social issues, politics, and injustice.
Valtonyc has been in the spotlight since 2017 when he was arrested and charged with offending the Spanish Royal Family and inciting violence in his songs.
He has been a vocal opponent of Spanish authorities and has become a symbol of freedom of expression in Spain and across Europe.
10. Kaydy Cain
Kaydy Cain is a rapper from Madrid, Spain, known for his hard-hitting, socially conscious lyrics.
His debut single, “La Calle Esta Viva,” was released in 2016, and he has since released several mixtapes, including “Vida Real,” “Todo Cambió,” and “X AC 3.”
He has also received critical acclaim from publications such as Rolling Stone and El País, with many praising his unique style and lyrical ability.
