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Take a look at what these 11 rappers have been up to over the last 12 months.

Rappers, radio personalities, music industry executives and more share their thoughts on lyricism in a new interview for XXL magazine.

Scary hours.

Three is a magic number in this 2024 XXL Freshman cypher.

Get familiar with Maiya The Don and the flames she's throwing in her 2024 XXL Freshman freestyle.

The 2024 XXL Freshman Class go in on their haters.

Meet the 11 artists in the class.

Who you got for the 10th spot?

XXL has been welcoming Freshmen classes for the last 18 years. Take a look at what each class has offered thus far.

The 2025 XXL Freshman Class selections are being made. Now, it’s time for you to vote for this year’s XXL Freshman 10th Spot.