Best Indie Rap Songs of August 2022

Atlanta rapper and producer GodBodyScience has been busy this year. In addition to regularly contributing content on production on social media, he's been gearing up for the release of his new EP, Speak No Evil, on August 22. 

Cameroon-born and Canadian-raised emcee Hype first came on the music scene in 2018 with his critically acclaimed single, "Golden Child". Years later, he's developed a sizable following and garnered praise with his debut album, Talk to Me Nicely. 

Coming off the success of his two earlier singles, "One", and "Motion", Big Oomp artist CheekoFue is back with another monster single, Couple Racks. High tempo, and melodic, the song's production allows Cheeko to show his lyricism while also inviting fans to dance and jig along to it.

Ever since Wix came on the scene with his groundbreaking single, "100 Miles", he's made it his goal to show his versatility and skill. His newest single covers familiar ground, but accompanied by producer Big Korey's production, still manages to invoke a twinge of party vibes and love. 

Labeled as an independent artist, Mac Tree's Mind of Billionaires label moves like a powerhouse label. Six years into rap, Mac's collaborated with everyone from Moneybagg Yo to Future and ATL Jacob. One of the first singles off his newest project, Out the Blue 2, the song introduces listeners to his personal struggles trying to make it out of the streets of Grenada, Mississippi and adds to his legacy. 

"I've had my EP "The Kickback" for about a year now and "Nice Like Ouu" has definitely been one of my favorite songs. It makes me feel beautiful and confident even when I may not be in that mood and I hope it does the same for you. "Nice Like Ouu" is out now!

Dallas FortWorth emcee Da'Mont made quite the waves with his 2022 project, For the Funk, alongside his partner in rhyme C Young. Eager to build on his momentum, he's since dropped two singles, "One of Those Days", and his newest single "Rear View". 

Philly emcee Din Khary has been rapping for years posting music on his YouTube Channel. His new song No Pictures channels a healthy blend of nighttime vibes and opulence while keeping a street sound and edge.

Eastside rapper Yoski first came to fame as one-half of the popular Atlanta rap group, ATL Smasherz roughly ten years ago. Back on the scene as a solo artist, his new single featuring Rocko is heating up the city and bringing the hustler energy we all have come to love from the two of them. 

Born in New Orleans, rapper 7ason Margiela's newest song, Neiman's Story presents a compelling story of luxury clothing and stunting for fans of soulful melodic music.

Born in Gulfport, Mississippi, Tate's work with Atlanta emcee CyHi the Prynce helped earn him a reputation as a talented artist. His newest song, Jive, allows him to spit gruff and tough while still showing his verbal flexibility. 

One of the more eclectic artists on Big Oomp Records, STRMYXO's newest song infuses storytelling, braggadocio, and melodic harmonies altogether to provide listeners with a proper musical experience. 

Born and raised in South Memphis, Lieutenant $hyne got his start releasing music in 2020. In the two years since his first project, he's collaborated with a list of indie and signed artists including Big Moochie Grape. His newest single chronicles his life and struggle to become financially successful.

One of Detroit's most popular artists, BigMoney's newest song, Turnest in My City is a summer anthem full of the get money and stay out the way energy. 

Artist and producer 2pointOtnt describes his music as a blend of Kirk Franklin with J.Cole and OutKast. My Story, which features Memphis rap legend Project Pat is an autobiographical sketch of both men's lives told over soulful samples.