Seasons & Episodes
Los Angeles Auditions
The judges kick off the search as T.I. drops in on Nipsey Hussle, Cardi B taps Snoop Dogg, and Chance checks out Anderso
New York Auditions
Looking to the streets, Cardi teams up with Fat Joe and Jadakiss at S.O.B.’s to find the East Coast rappers ready to r
Atlanta Auditions
After hearing out hot prospects at Killer Mike’s SWAG Shop, T.I. gets down to judging the talent beside Quavo and Big
Chicago Auditions
Originality, presence and prowess are key for Chance as he joins Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Royce Da 5’9” in a hunt for
Cyphers
The top 30 contestants converge in LA and freestyle and collaborate in small groups. Only the most memorable move forwar
Rap Battles
Tempers ignite and the judges turn up the heat while 16 hungry emcees trade bars in the rap battle of their lives.
Music Videos
Digging deep, eight lyricists head home to write hit songs with industry heavyweights and shoot videos that capture thei
Samples
The task for the top six: Pick an iconic sample, write an original song and perform it in front of a huge audience -- al
Collaborations
John Legend delivers the news: The final five must step it up for features alongside Jhené Aiko, Miguel, Teyana Taylor,
Finale
Finalists pen their dream songs with the hottest producers in the game and give performances worthy of an awards show. T
Opportunity Meets Preparation
Up-and-coming artists from around the country travel to Atlanta to deliver the performances of a lifetime for the judges
Borderline Disrespectful
As auditions continue, hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes helps the judges handpick contestants with passion, authenticity, sta
Secure Your Slot
For the “Cyphers” round, contestants must split into groups and develop hard-hitting freestyles that will impress th
Greatness Is Greatness
Facing elimination, the aspiring rappers push to deliver flawless freestyles with fire punchlines. One group falls apart
Your Favorite Rapper's Favorite Rapper
Hip-hop titan Eminem presides over the "Battles" round, where contestants go head-to-head in a shady showdown at the leg
Points for Originality
Three hopefuls take the stage to perform their debut singles for the judges and special guest GloRilla — but one fiery
Be Good or Be Great
As the "Singles" round heats up, the remaining contestants aim to impress with their breakout performances. Who will adv
Boss Up
The Top 5 discover which rising R&B star they'll be paired with for the "Collabs" round. Season 1 winner D Smoke drops b
Stay Humble
Contestants hit the stage to perform with the guest artists, aiming to shine bright — while sharing the spotlight —
Left It on the Floor
The finalists team up with top hip-hop producers to craft their dream songs before delivering showstopping final perform