: Spearheaded by artists like Yeat and the Opium roster (Playboi Carti, Ken Carson), this sound features distorted 808s and video-game-inspired synths.

A "Best of 2022" mix is incomplete without these key figures:

: Their collaborations, such as "WAIT FOR U" and "Jimmy Cooks," were the year's most streamed and mixed tracks.

The represents a transformative year for hip-hop, characterized by the rise of "rage" trap, the dominance of melodic Atlanta sounds, and a significant breakthrough for women in the genre. The following write-up breaks down the defining elements of a top-tier 2022 mix. 2022 Sound & Style

The year was defined by high-energy sub-genres and innovative production:

: High-tempo, sliding basslines from artists like Fivio Foreign and Central Cee remained staples for high-intensity mixes.

Experience the high-energy sounds and heavy bass of the top trap and rap mixes from 2022:

: Identified as 2022's breakout stars, their anthems "F.N.F. (Let’s Go)" and "Munch (Feelin’ U)" provided the year's most viral energy.

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