rap francais
what it is
Rap français (French for "French rap") is a genre of hip-hop native to France. Rap français has become a distinct genre, and shouldn't be confused with French-language hip-hop or hip-hop from France in general.
✦ start here: albums
✦ who's making it, level by level
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
✦ make rap francais a playlist
turn these 23 artists into something you can press play on.
✦ nearby genres
questions
What is rap francais?
Rap français (French for "French rap") is a genre of hip-hop native to France. Rap français has become a distinct genre, and shouldn't be confused with French-language hip-hop or hip-hop from France in general.
What are good rap francais albums to start with?
Try O.E.P.D.L.T by Zaïan, Capuché by SHOTAS, Ouest Side by Booba, and A quoi ça rime ? by TSR Crew.
Who are some women making rap francais?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/rap-francais/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making rap francais, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-22