New York City is undoubtedly the hip-hop music capital of the world. You only have to see its list of hip-hop artists who made it big to see why. With household names such as Jay-Z, 50 Cent, LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj, Busta Rhymes, Wu Tang Clan, Slick Rick, and a host of other artists, it’s not too hard to wonder if the next big thing in Hip-Hop will be another New York artist.

Check out these 16 artists who have been grinding for a long time, some you might have heard of, and maybe a couple you’re new to. Regardless, they’ve all put in work, and are definitely worth getting familiar with!

1. Rast RFC

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2. Zebra Katz

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3. Lion Babe

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4. Little Pain

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5. Nyemiah Supreme

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6. CJ Fly

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7. Jean Grae

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8. Weekend Money

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9. Bishop Nehru

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10. Hoodie Allen

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11. Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire

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12. Fabdon

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13. Tim Vocals

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14. Troy Ave

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15. Mack Wilds

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16. Skyzoo

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