Popular Hip-Hop: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

Hasta el AmanecerNicky Jam85rank/position

22. Hasta el Amanecer – Nicky Jam | Video Oficial

Nicky Jam is known as a skilled artist in the reggaeton scene.

He is a U.

S.

-born artist with Dominican and Puerto Rican parents.

He is also close friends with Daddy Yankee, who is known as a reggaeton icon, and at one point they even formed a duo together.

Among Nicky Jam’s songs, a particularly recommended one is “Hasta el Amanecer.” It’s a stylish reggaeton track infused with elements of hip-hop.

El PerdónNicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias86rank/position

21. El Perdón – Nicky Jam y Enrique Iglesias (Official Music Video YTMAs)

Enrique Iglesias is a singer-songwriter with worldwide recognition.

He is an American artist who mainly releases Spanish-language songs.

This track, El Perdón, is a collaboration with Nicky Jam, an American reggaeton artist who also focuses primarily on Spanish-language works.

It was a global hit, so many of you will probably recognize it.

It’s recommended for those who prefer approachable reggaeton over more hard-core reggaeton.

XNicky Jam x J. Balvin87rank/position

X (EQUIS) – Nicky Jam x J. Balvin | Video Oficial (Prod. Afro Bros & Jeon)

Singer-songwriter J Balvin from Colombia is one of the leading figures in Latin music and enjoys immense popularity in the Spanish-speaking world.

This masterpiece, “X,” is a collaboration between him and Nicky Jam, a quintessential reggaeton artist.

Because it’s crafted as a very slow reggaeton track, some listeners might even perceive it as reggae.

A must-listen for fans of romantic and sexy songs.

HappyPharrell Williams88rank/position

Pharrell Williams – Happy (Video)

A signature track from 2014.

The Pharrell-esque drum and bass beat is outstanding, and just listening to it makes your heart dance.

This song feels like it could make you forget all your worries, and the dance in the music video is super lively, full of personality, and creates an amazing vibe.

Congratulations (ft. Quavo)Post Malone89rank/position

Post Malone – Congratulations (Official Music Video) ft. Quavo

This work, known as one of Post Malone’s signature songs, comes from an artist who continues to produce a string of memorable hits.

The lyrics celebrate success, and the melodic flow over a trap-style beat leaves a strong impression.

Released as a promotional single in November 2016 and as an official single in January of the following year, it became a global smash—reaching No.

10 on the U.

S.

Billboard charts and earning a 14× Platinum certification.

It marked a turning point in Malone’s musical career and encapsulates his appeal.

It’s the perfect track for moments when you want to feel the joy of hard work paying off or to celebrate your own success.

RockstarPost Malone ft. 21 Savage90rank/position

Post Malone – rockstar (Official Music Video) ft. 21 Savage

A track released in 2017 by Post Malone.

It sings about the hedonistic lifestyle of a rockstar—sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll.

It was inspired by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin’s 2016 track “No Heart.”

Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)Post Malone, Swae Lee91rank/position

Post Malone, Swae Lee – Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) (Official Video)

This is a track created by the two popular rappers Post Malone and Swae Lee, chosen as the theme song for the 2018 film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Despite its urban vibe, the song features a refreshing track with melodically delivered raps by the two artists, making it an enjoyable listen that even people who aren’t fond of rap might easily appreciate.