America Fights for Justice
In the wake of the police murder of George Floyd on May 25, the country erupted in protest, calling for an end to systemic racism and police brutality.
View ArticleComplex’s Best of 2020 (So Far)
Complex ranks the best albums, songs, TV shows, and more (so far) of 2020—a year without precedent.
View ArticlePull Up and Vote: Complex and the 2020 Presidential Election
The 2020 presidential election will be among the most consequential in history. In the midst of civil unrest, along with a pandemic that shows no signs of abating, voters will have to choose between...
View ArticleReacting to "WAP," Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's Summer Anthem
In August, midway through a summer unlike any in memory, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion released "WAP," a provocative song and video that immediately owned the conversation.
View ArticleWhat’s Next for Rico Nasty?
From a collaboration with 100 Gecs’ Dylan Brady on the track ‘iPhone’ to a sold-out makeup collection for Il Makiage, Rico Nasty is having a great year. The DMV rapper—known for her platform combat...
View ArticleWhat You Need to Know About OnlyFans
Ever since Beyoncé told fans she’s been on her “demon time,” celebrities have all but taken over the adult content subscription platform OnlyFans. Cardi B, The-Dream, and Bella Thorne are just some of...
View ArticleLogic Talks Critics and Life After Rap
American rapper Logic announced his early retirement from rap after dropping his sixth studio album, ‘No Pressure,’ in July. Although this might be the last new Logic album, the rapper has an extensive...
View ArticleA Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is Just Getting Started
Bronx native A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie stepped onto the scene in 2015 and hasn’t looked back since. After releasing his first mixtape, Artist, in 2016, A Boogie gained wider attention and even opened for...
View ArticleSocial Justice Was the Real MVP This NBA Season
The murder of Breonna Taylor by police shook the country, and became a turning point for the Black Lives Matter movement. Taylor’s death, coupled with the sharp blow of George Floyd’s murder just two...
View Article21 Savage and Metro Boomin Level Up on 'Savage Mode II'
21 Savage and Metro Boomin this month returned for another collaboration. Following the success of their first two projects, 2016’s Savage Mode and 2017’s Without Warning, the duo dropped Savage Mode...
View ArticleInside YoungBoy Never Broke Again's Tumultuous Life
YoungBoy Never Broke Again has had a big year, releasing two albums—including the critically acclaimed ‘Top’—a mixtape, and a compilation. But despite his success, he’s continued to face legal issues,...
View ArticleRemembering King Von: The Rapper and Storyteller
Chicago-born rapper King Von was as skilled a storyteller as he was a hitmaker. After the release of his 2018 track “Crazy Story,” Von would soon become one of the loudest voices in the Chicago drill...
View ArticleLil Uzi Vert and Future Team Up on Pluto x Baby Pluto
It finally happened. After teasing a collaborative project with a trailer directed by Hype Williams, Lil Uzi Vert and Future dropped Pluto x Baby Pluto in November. The 16-song release highlights the...
View ArticleJeezy and Gucci Mane Make History With ‘Verzuz’ Battle
Jeezy and Gucci Mane faced off on ‘Verzuz’ last week. The rappers carried 15 years of beef into the battle, which saw them go song for song at Atlanta’s Magic City. For most of the night, tensions were...
View ArticleDiscover the Virtual Universe of ComplexLand
In the face of COVID-19, ComplexCon was postponed. But while we weren’t in Long Beach this year, we’ve created a virtual universe to discover on your computer or mobile device. With activations akin to...
View ArticleKid Cudi Returns as Mr. Rager on ‘Man on the Moon III: The Chosen’
After 10 years, Kid Cudi revived his signature series with the release of his highly anticipated new album, ‘Man on the Moon III: The Chosen.’ The final installment of the trilogy landed on Dec. 11,...
View ArticleJack Harlow Takes the Next Step With ‘That’s What They All Had to Say’
Jack Harlow has been one of biggest breakthrough artists of 2020. His single “What’s Poppin” became an instant hit, climbing to the No. 2 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 list. The bubbling Kentucky...
View ArticlePlayboi Carti Delivers 'Whole Lotta Red'
After months of teasing and speculation, it finally happened. Playboi Carti released his long-awaited album Whole Lotta Red on Christmas Day. The follow-up to 2018’s Die Lit features contributions from...
View ArticleRemembering MF DOOM
On New Year’s Eve, fans were stunned to learn that rapper and producer Daniel Dumile had died months earlier, on Halloween. We knew him as MF DOOM, but also as King Geedorah and Viktor Vaughn. News of...
View ArticleNew Normal: How the Music Industry Adapted to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many industries to shift gears and adapt to a dramatically different landscape. Live events including concerts, tours, and awards shows were canceled in an effort to reduce...
View ArticleWhat’s Next for 2021
Finally. 2020 is behind us and 2021 is here. Although we’re still confined to our homes thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there’s still a lot to look forward to. Between rising rappers to watch...
View ArticleCan Drake Stay on Top?
After multiple delays, Drake is getting ready to drop his sixth studio album, Certified Lover Boy. The Toronto native has dominated the 2010s in popular rap music, but with a new decade brings a clean...
View ArticleComplex Celebrates Black History Month
Black History Month acknowledges and celebrates the achievements of Black people throughout history. Complex is marking the month by highlighting some of the icons who shaped our world and stories...
View ArticleThe Weeknd’s Super Bowl LV Halftime Show Makes History
On Sunday night, Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, reached the height of pop stardom when he headlined the halftime show at Super Bowl LV. The Weeknd took to the stage, which was designed to...
View Article‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ Is More Than a Biopic
Inspired by true events, ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ recounts how the FBI infiltrated the Black Panther movement through an informant, which ultimately led to the assasination of Chairman Fred...
View ArticleBobby Shmurda Returns Home
Bobby Shmurda is back. The Brooklyn-bred rapper was released from prison last month after serving six years. Throughout his time in custody, fans have remained loyal to Bobby, who’s responsible for the...
View ArticleComplex Celebrates Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month—a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. This month, Complex is marking the event by highlighting the women who defied limitations in...
View Article2021 Grammys: A Night of Surprises and Snubs
After a six-week delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Grammys took place on March 14. The telecast featured performances from Megan Thee Stallion, Bad Bunny, Roddy Ricch, and more. Beyoncé...
View ArticleLil Nas X Is Unapologetic
On March 26, Lil Nas X released the controversial single and music video “Montero (Call Me by Your Name).” The visual was packed with Bible references and sexually explicit imagery, including a scene...
View ArticleRemembering DMX
Born Earl Simmons, DMX was a rap legend whose late-’90s run was all but unparalleled. On albums like ‘It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot’ and ‘Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood,’ he channeled his pain...
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