Top 10 most streamed rappers of 2025 on YouTube Music

YouTube Music’s most-streamed rappers list for 2025 highlights a powerful mix of hip-hop legends and modern chart-toppers, showing just how wide the genre’s reach has become on the platform. Leading the pack is Eminem with a staggering 4.49 billion streams, proving that his decades-long catalog continues to attract both loyal fans and new listeners worldwide. Close behind is Kendrick Lamar at 3.61 billion, reflecting sustained interest in his socially charged music and critically acclaimed projects.

Drake secures third place with 3.13 billion streams, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most consistent hitmakers in rap history. NBA YoungBoy, known for his nonstop releases and massive YouTube presence, ranks fourth with 2.57 billion, followed by Future and Travis Scott, whose trap-driven sounds and high-profile collaborations keep them among the most replayed artists on the platform.

The list also underlines the importance of versatility and crossover appeal. Doja Cat lands in seventh place with 1.97 billion streams, blurring the lines between rap, pop, and internet culture. Meanwhile, 50 Cent’s eighth-place finish at 1.89 billion shows the enduring power of early-2000s hip-hop classics, which continue to thrive in the streaming era long after their initial release.

Rounding out the top ranks are Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, and Juice WRLD, each surpassing 1.6 billion streams. Their presence reflects different eras and styles of rap—from Lil Wayne’s influential legacy to Juice WRLD’s emotionally driven catalog that still resonates strongly with fans. Altogether, the 2025 YouTube Music rankings paint a clear picture of hip-hop’s dominance, driven by both timeless catalogs and relentless modern output.

Check out the list of most streamed rappers on YouTube Music below:

1. Eminem – 4.49B
2. Kendrick Lamar – 3.61B
3. Drake – 3.13B
4. NBA YoungBoy – 2.57B
5. Future – 2.36B
6. Travis Scott – 2.34B
7. Doja Cat – 1.97B
8. 50 Cent – 1.89B
9. Lil Baby – 1.74B
10. Lil Wayne – 1.66B
11. Juice WRLD – 1.66B

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