Asian Hip Hop has been on a steady come-up for years, but 2025 marked a true breakthrough. No longer an underground movement or niche genre, Asian Rap stormed the mainstream. Whether it was the raw power of Hanumankind’s viral videos or Yuki Chiba’s global anthem ‘Team Tomodachi,’ the culture made noise—loud enough to shake the industry.

That’s why all eyes are on the LiFTED 50, dropping Thursday, June 19. Our annual ranking celebrates the most impactful rappers across the continent. From lyrical fire to viral moments, streaming stats to sheer hustle, we’ve factored it all in—because in Hip Hop, numbers matter, but so does heart.

At LiFTED, we don’t just cover Asian Hip Hop—we live it, love it, and elevate it. We’re committed to spotlighting the next wave of global Rap stars.

And we want to hear from you:

Who’s in your Top 5 for 2025?

Who dominated the last 12 months?

Who’s got the juice to go global next?

Sound off and be part of the movement.