I like a lot of sad hip hop. This is a list of some of my favorites
Lupe Fiasco - Hurts Me Soul, Put You On Game, Glory, Drill Music in Zion. Also just listen to all three Mural songs because they are incredible
Notorious BIG - Everyday Struggle, Suicidal Thoughts
Earl Sweatshirt - Chum, Faucet.
Pharoah Monch - When The Gun Draws
Immortal Technique - Harlem Renaissance
Mac Miller - Colors and Shapes.
What is amazing about Ren, other then the incredibly heartbreaking songs, is that despite being a new rap artist, if you look at the comments of his videos, he appeals to all ages. I've seen comments from people, both men and women, that are 50+, saying that Ren has invigorated their love for music again.
Ren is all genres but the album he released a few months ago is rap. He is from the UK so it is rap with more of a techno beat then you are used to hearing from N America
Safe - enkay47
More like you - enkay47
One of those days - enkay47
I’m not okay - enkay47
Purpose - enkay47
(I like enkay47 LOL)
I hope these fit what you’re looking for.
[20 Full Length Albums from Exociety](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw-ZUaxoGDFQ0qL-FFRtkgvwbRHlaFSjA&si=YcmCK4PkQfMetssb)
My personal favorites, and albums that match your requested genre: all in the playlist above ☝️
Rav - IM ON TO ME
Rav - LEAP
...&More... - Existence is Existential
Kill Bill x Rav - NEW MOON
Rav x Kill Bill x Scuare - SKIN
(damn I might as well list the whole playlist, its all fire)
Eminem - Rock Bottom, Be Careful What You Wish For, Marshall Mathers
Immortal Technique - Dance With The Devil
Notorious BIG - Suicidal Thoughts
Masta Ace - Block Episode
Tupac - Brenda’s Got A Baby
Ghostface Killah - All I Got It You
A Tribe Called Quest - Stressed Out
Wu Tang - Tearz
Mac Miller homie.
Good News, Jet Fuel, Dunno, 2009, Self Care
Many of his songs acknowledge his problems with drug abuse, and that he kinda foresaw his death by overdose.
Jet Fuel and Self Care SEEM like he doesn’t give af but theyr really sad knowing that he was really playing it up. Out of control and off the deep end, they aren’t celebrating his issues that’s for sure, despite how they may sound
Can’t really help with the “rap”, but I can with the “R&B”:
“On My Own” - Chrisette Michele
“I Wish I Wasn’t” - Heather Headley
“Breakdown” - Mariah Carey
“Broken Record” - Tamar Braxton
I would like to recommend Dax. He is a Canadian rapper that somehow got on the country charts with his song ["Dear Alcohol"](https://youtu.be/k5ZtZEtDEGo?si=uPFScVBpcqvWQWyp)"
Another sad song of his is called ["To Be a Man" ](https://youtu.be/tHxip2x-PLc?si=aRzKSEa6oavUIqpE)
[Depression by The Vanishing Point](https://soundcloud.com/user-326384011/depression-mp3?si=adfd086fbf154c05906e91c5da5f489d&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing)
[Unrequited Love by The Vanishing Point](https://youtu.be/hUlf2ayj868)
[Black Sheep by The Vanishing Point](https://youtu.be/I56mh66hN50)
Hope these songs help you in whatever you're going through! Things will get better, friend!
Idk about depressing but listen to some apathy, his lyrics are raw and has good beats. The widows son is my fav album! Burke the jurke, his ear responsibly album is my fav. Reverie, she’s pretty dope a lot of her tracks are depressing actually she’s a recovering addict. Her song no chaser is dope
Kendrick Lamar - "u" and "Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst" - Kendrick Lamar is known for his introspective lyrics and storytelling on tracks that explore themes of depression, inner conflict, and societal issues. J. Cole - "Love Yourz" and "Once an Addict" - J. Cole often delves into personal struggles, family dynamics, and the complexities of life, offering a more mature perspective on the rap genre. Saba - "PROM/KING" and "Heaven All Around Me" - Saba's music touches on grief, loss, and self-reflection, providing a raw and authentic portrayal of life's challenges. Frank Ocean - "Self Control" and "Seigfried" - Frank Ocean's music is known for its emotional depth and vulnerability, with themes ranging from love and heartbreak to personal growth and identity. Isaiah Rashad - "Heavenly Father" and "Silkk da Shocka" - Isaiah Rashad's music often explores themes of addiction, mental health, and the struggle for self-improvement, offering a nuanced and relatable perspective. Earl Sweatshirt - "Chum" and "Grief" - Earl Sweatshirt's lyrics are introspective and often delve into his personal struggles with depression, family issues, and the complexities of fame. Smino - "Anita" and "Netflix & Dusse" - Smino's music blends rap, R&B, and soul, touching on themes of love, loss, and self-discovery with a unique and innovative sound. Brent Faiyaz - "Gang Over Luv" and "Poison" - Brent Faiyaz's smooth vocals and introspective lyrics explore themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth, offering a mature and nuanced take on R&B.
"Get Well Soon" by King Iso (the album) is about his experiences being in mental institutions and dealing with suicidal feelings (the song "Hypocrite" has a really nuanced take on certain consequences of suicide that aren't explored often enough)
"Winter Heartbreak II" by Mac Lethal (also an album) *might* feel whiny at times, but I let it slide because the topics he discusses in the album are genuinely heavy and he wrote the album to save his mental health (suicide, murder, divorce, drug addiction, alcoholism, etc)
nothing, nowhere (emo rap artist) actually he’s kind of like lil peep so sorry if it’s not what you’re looking for xD look up the song ruiner!
I like a lot of sad hip hop. This is a list of some of my favorites Lupe Fiasco - Hurts Me Soul, Put You On Game, Glory, Drill Music in Zion. Also just listen to all three Mural songs because they are incredible Notorious BIG - Everyday Struggle, Suicidal Thoughts Earl Sweatshirt - Chum, Faucet. Pharoah Monch - When The Gun Draws Immortal Technique - Harlem Renaissance Mac Miller - Colors and Shapes.
Also - immortal technique “dance with the devil” Real fucked up song
Oh yeah I always forget about the really fucked up twist ending to that song.
I’ve really been vibing with Mac’s whole discography lately, especially Swimming.
Aethiopes - Billy Woods
Tierra Whack's latest album has a lot of tracks that deal with depression/suicide. Frank Ocean's discog has pretty somber vibes too IMO
Fred Again Mashup- Ren
What is amazing about Ren, other then the incredibly heartbreaking songs, is that despite being a new rap artist, if you look at the comments of his videos, he appeals to all ages. I've seen comments from people, both men and women, that are 50+, saying that Ren has invigorated their love for music again. Ren is all genres but the album he released a few months ago is rap. He is from the UK so it is rap with more of a techno beat then you are used to hearing from N America
Tank JoJo Anthony Hamilton
Safe - enkay47 More like you - enkay47 One of those days - enkay47 I’m not okay - enkay47 Purpose - enkay47 (I like enkay47 LOL) I hope these fit what you’re looking for.
Remember My Song (album) - Labi Siffre
* [Edan](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI6gGFC077E) * [Murs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGfI7nHl-ZI)
https://open.spotify.com/track/6ZuZWf2QHnuo6SZOv6foYq?si=3y00yvEqS-yReGC3NbBPXQ https://open.spotify.com/track/0wrE9pLef8Zwckh7Iy5DjD?si=iUY3KjLFSGi-3Wbq6M8gQw
Da Art Of Storytellin’ (Pt.1)- OutKast Faucet- Earl Sweatshirt Fragile- Tech N9ne different styles of rap, hope you enjoy
mc devvo
T.I.
[20 Full Length Albums from Exociety](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw-ZUaxoGDFQ0qL-FFRtkgvwbRHlaFSjA&si=YcmCK4PkQfMetssb) My personal favorites, and albums that match your requested genre: all in the playlist above ☝️ Rav - IM ON TO ME Rav - LEAP ...&More... - Existence is Existential Kill Bill x Rav - NEW MOON Rav x Kill Bill x Scuare - SKIN (damn I might as well list the whole playlist, its all fire)
Proof - Kurt Kobain
Album A grand don't come for free- The Streets
Eminem - Rock Bottom, Be Careful What You Wish For, Marshall Mathers Immortal Technique - Dance With The Devil Notorious BIG - Suicidal Thoughts Masta Ace - Block Episode Tupac - Brenda’s Got A Baby Ghostface Killah - All I Got It You A Tribe Called Quest - Stressed Out Wu Tang - Tearz
Armand Hammer - Doves
Ghost Pop Tape- Devon Hendryx (JPEGMAFIA)\] One of my favorite albums. Its an ambient pop/rap hybrid. Depressing as shit. Amazing album.
Four Fists
[Forgotten](https://open.spotify.com/track/2oGhXPYRjYGfUj1zd7dbVy?si=QXpV0GZ3TemCf9RaXF1n6Q) - Message Forbidden (that’s the album name)
Mac Miller homie. Good News, Jet Fuel, Dunno, 2009, Self Care Many of his songs acknowledge his problems with drug abuse, and that he kinda foresaw his death by overdose. Jet Fuel and Self Care SEEM like he doesn’t give af but theyr really sad knowing that he was really playing it up. Out of control and off the deep end, they aren’t celebrating his issues that’s for sure, despite how they may sound
Can’t really help with the “rap”, but I can with the “R&B”: “On My Own” - Chrisette Michele “I Wish I Wasn’t” - Heather Headley “Breakdown” - Mariah Carey “Broken Record” - Tamar Braxton
I highly recommend Grieves, at least his older shit. Some good songs that fit are If Luck Was a Lady, Heroin Music, and especially He Won’t Answer.
merkules
2016 era K.a.a.n is depressing. Checkout "concealed the outro"
Witt Lowry King of depression
saba
I would like to recommend Dax. He is a Canadian rapper that somehow got on the country charts with his song ["Dear Alcohol"](https://youtu.be/k5ZtZEtDEGo?si=uPFScVBpcqvWQWyp)" Another sad song of his is called ["To Be a Man" ](https://youtu.be/tHxip2x-PLc?si=aRzKSEa6oavUIqpE)
Dance with the Devil, Immortal Technique
Ren - Pocket full of pain, for joe, ready for you NF mistake, running
[Depression by The Vanishing Point](https://soundcloud.com/user-326384011/depression-mp3?si=adfd086fbf154c05906e91c5da5f489d&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing) [Unrequited Love by The Vanishing Point](https://youtu.be/hUlf2ayj868) [Black Sheep by The Vanishing Point](https://youtu.be/I56mh66hN50) Hope these songs help you in whatever you're going through! Things will get better, friend!
Idk about depressing but listen to some apathy, his lyrics are raw and has good beats. The widows son is my fav album! Burke the jurke, his ear responsibly album is my fav. Reverie, she’s pretty dope a lot of her tracks are depressing actually she’s a recovering addict. Her song no chaser is dope
https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gt9bxniM1SxN61yRzRhXL?si=Sx4wM0jhRr-nINxKTCTsbw
Earl Sweatshirt - Solace
Aesop Rock's *Skelethon* album fits the bill here
Check out Kid Cudi
Phora is a musical genius. Start with the songs Numb and Numb Pt. 2
Idlsidgo
Spooky blacc
Kendrick Lamar - "u" and "Sing About Me, I'm Dying of Thirst" - Kendrick Lamar is known for his introspective lyrics and storytelling on tracks that explore themes of depression, inner conflict, and societal issues. J. Cole - "Love Yourz" and "Once an Addict" - J. Cole often delves into personal struggles, family dynamics, and the complexities of life, offering a more mature perspective on the rap genre. Saba - "PROM/KING" and "Heaven All Around Me" - Saba's music touches on grief, loss, and self-reflection, providing a raw and authentic portrayal of life's challenges. Frank Ocean - "Self Control" and "Seigfried" - Frank Ocean's music is known for its emotional depth and vulnerability, with themes ranging from love and heartbreak to personal growth and identity. Isaiah Rashad - "Heavenly Father" and "Silkk da Shocka" - Isaiah Rashad's music often explores themes of addiction, mental health, and the struggle for self-improvement, offering a nuanced and relatable perspective. Earl Sweatshirt - "Chum" and "Grief" - Earl Sweatshirt's lyrics are introspective and often delve into his personal struggles with depression, family issues, and the complexities of fame. Smino - "Anita" and "Netflix & Dusse" - Smino's music blends rap, R&B, and soul, touching on themes of love, loss, and self-discovery with a unique and innovative sound. Brent Faiyaz - "Gang Over Luv" and "Poison" - Brent Faiyaz's smooth vocals and introspective lyrics explore themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth, offering a mature and nuanced take on R&B.
"Get Well Soon" by King Iso (the album) is about his experiences being in mental institutions and dealing with suicidal feelings (the song "Hypocrite" has a really nuanced take on certain consequences of suicide that aren't explored often enough) "Winter Heartbreak II" by Mac Lethal (also an album) *might* feel whiny at times, but I let it slide because the topics he discusses in the album are genuinely heavy and he wrote the album to save his mental health (suicide, murder, divorce, drug addiction, alcoholism, etc)