I should preface this list with a warning: I hate these things. End of year lists can sometimes bring out the worst in us as music lovers, with comparisons, rigidity, judgement and hollow merits.
That said, I’ve compiled a list of my top five favorite things about hip hop in 2011 very much tailored around what I privilege and prefer in my rap music. I don’t have the time or will to engross myself in all the different types of rap music that are created in a given year. I like my rap to be somewhat serious, rapped with some kind of passion, and to sound enjoyable.
I hope you find worth in the list of highlights I've compiled in no particular order.
