
The Kendricks and Drakes and Coles may be at the top of the rap food chain, but there's a crop of younger MCs—all of them between the ages of 20 and 29—who are on the trajectory to reach their level of greatness and impact. Chance the Rapper is a household name without a formal debut album; Travis Scott is selling out arenas; anything Cardi B touches turns to gold—better yet, platinum. Newer acts like Kevin Abstract, Tierra Whack, and Rico Nasty are also bringing their own flavor and energy to the game, making it an exciting time to be a rap fan. These are the best rappers in their 20s.
20. Valee

19. Rico Nasty

18. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie

17. Denzel Curry

16. Jaden Smith

15. Tierra Whack

14. Young Nudy

13. YG

12. Vince Staples

11. Kevin Abstract

10. Noname

9. Joey Badass

8. ASAP Rocky

7. Lil Uzi Vert

6. Offset

5. Cardi B

4. Young Thug

3. Travis Scott

2. Chance the Rapper

1. Tyler, the Creator
