Removing lyricism from a rap debate just to make it fair for Travis Scott is hilarious😂😂
You're basically asking who is a better rapper if we don't count rapping?
In 2025, Kendrick Lamar had the No. 1 song in the country for 13 weeks. On top of "Not Like Us" reclaiming the top spot, giving him 14 total weeks at No. 1 in 2025.
He headlined the most watched Super Bowl halftime show in history!
He headlined the highest grossing hip-hop stadium tour in history!
He delivered multiple standout features, including what many consider a top two verse of the year on chains & whips.
And despite not releasing a new album in 2025, he still finished the year with the best-selling rap album (top 10 all genres) and the No. 1 rap song.
So yes, Kendrick Lamar was the best male hip-hop artist of the year.
Hold your tears... and tell your favorites to do better.
Good morning!