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The diss track, a crucial tool in hip-hop culture for hashing out rivalries, is having a year. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Many ...

It seems we’re all in agreement: Kendrick Lamar defeated Drake in one of the most engrossing rap battles of the decade. To add insult to injury, Drake also threw himself into legal hot water when he ...

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These are the best LA rap songs of all time, featuring classics from Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and more.