Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

This young rapper’s life may have ended recently, but his impact on the music industry will last forever.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

The timing isn’t the only thing off.

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Hasn’t everyone had enough of this s—?

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Cardi said they kept the ceremony quiet to avoid an … invasion of privacy.

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

Cardi’s newest album, ‘Invasion of Privacy,’ was well worth the anticipation, hype and wait — all put together. She’s killing the game.

Adriana Luna, Northwest Vista College

The new year has just begun, but these artists are already taking no prisoners with their lyrical mastery.

Xavier Austin Reyna, University of Texas at San Antonio

Atlanta-based hip-hop trio ‘Migos has wasted no time making their impact in 2018 with the release of ‘Culture II.’

Tyler Fitch, Florida State University

The Atlanta hip-hop trio have not only changed the soundscape of rap, they’ve changed its culture.