29 Best Spanish Rappers
Contents
11. AYAX Y PROK
AYAX Y PROK was born in Madrid but moved to Barcelona when he was six.
He has a lot of female fans because of his relaxed attitude and lyrics that are always positive and motivational.
He released his debut album, Albayzin Recopilatorio, in 2016. AYAX Y PROK’s music borrows heavily from hip-hop, reggae, and Latin music, and he often rhymes in Spanish.
He has collaborated with artists such as Andrés Calamaro, La Vela Puerca, and Vetusta Morla.
12. DELLAFUENTE
Dellafuente has been a part of the Spanish hip-hop scene for over two decades. He started rapping at a young age and has since released four studio albums, including his most recent, “En la Madrugada de los justos” (In the Dawn of Justice), which came out in 2014.
He has collaborated with many other artists in Spain, including Mala Rodriguez and Julieta Venegas.
He is known for lyrics that focus on social justice. Occasionally he writes and sings about family, relationships, and love.
13. FERNANDOCOSTA
Fernando Costa is a Spanish rapper with impressive internet popularity. His tunes “Malamanera,” “Oye,” and “Narcolepsia” have earned him millions of views. In 2018, he went on a tour dubbed YipiYou Tour and amassed over 400,000 fans on Instagram.
He contributed to Prok’s track “Lutte,” and his initial YouTube post was for a song called “Dormilones.”
14. Pablo Hasél
Pablo Hasél is a rapper, producer, and songwriter. He was born on August 9, 1988. He gained popularity thanks to his hit album “Muerte a Los Borbones” and the song “Nuestras Libertades.”
Hasel has collaborated with several artists like Mala Rodríguez and Rellano. He has also worked with Matisyahu and Calle 13.
His lyrics focus on social issues and support anticapitalist views that more often land him in legal trouble. He was arrested twice for the lyrics of “Democracia su puta madre” and ten other songs.
15. Delaossa
Delaossa has been steadily building a buzz in the rap industry since his debut album “El Pano No 1 in 2016.”
His music is a unique blend of trap and conscious rap, which has earned him comparisons to artists like Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole.
He is a member of the hip-hop collective Space Hammu and has collaborated with various producers, including Metro Boomin, Zaytoven, and Cardo.
Delaossa has released several successful singles and videos, including “Skillbills” and “Like Soup.”
His most recent project, Virginia Beach: The EP, came out in 2021. Delaossa is currently working on new music and will reportedly embark on a nationwide tour in 2023.
16. La Zowi
One of the most famous Spanish rappers, La Zowi (born Alba Carrasco), is a singer and songwriter born in Barcelona. She has been active since 2005 and has released several albums.
Her music has influences of hip-hop, reggae, rock, and funk. Her lyrics focus on issues like sexism, racism, and social exclusion. Her latest album is titled “Baila Conmigo.”
In 2018 she released the mixtape” Ama de casa” and followed it up with “Elite” in 2020.
She also features in the songs “Demonic+” by “Namasenda” and Revoles by Ms. Nina.
17. Kase.O
Kase. O is a rapper with a significant stage presence and much swagger. He’s also got a lot of talent. He’d already had some success before joining Rap Solo and getting signed by Boa Music Spain.
His music borrows heavily from reggaeton, but Kase. O has also sampled a fair share of hip-hop. His unique sound makes it hard to describe him in just one word.
His 2016 project “El Circulo” is considered his magnum opus, and it earned him a Latin Grammys nomination.
18. Cuban Link
Cuban Link, born in Havana, Cuba, is known for his catchy hooks and witty lyrics. He is one of the few Cuban-American rappers to make it big in the music industry. He has collaborated with artists such as The Game, Jay Z, and 50 Cent.
He was a member of the Terror Squad but left in 2001. In 2003 he released “Broken Chains” and followed it up with “Chain Reaction” in 2005. The latter was a $2M project in collaboration with Universal.
19. Tangana
C. Tangana’s unique blend of rap and trap has earned him a loyal fan base, and his music has been streamed over one billion times.
His latest album, “Avida Dollars,” comprises catchy songs and clever lyrics that explore the struggles of everyday life.
“Booty” from the album reached #3 on the Spanish charts and was certified platinum and double platinum in the US and Spain, respectively.
In 2018 he won 2 Latin Grammys for his contribution to Rosalia’s “Malamente.” C. Tangana is one of the most influential Spanish rappers of 2023 and will make waves in the coming years.
20. Bad Gyal
Bad Gyal has been in the Spanish hop scene since 2016. She came up in freestyle battle rapping and later moved into freestyling over beats.
She’s known for her unique style of dancehall rap that incorporates Caribbean patois with Spanish lyrics.
Bad Gyal has collaborated with artists like Daddy Yankee, J Balvin, and Natti Natasha.
Bad Gyal has already released two critically acclaimed albums and will reportedly release her third album in 2023.
