The year featured several critically acclaimed projects and mainstream hits that typically populate such "Best of" collections: :
: Rose to prominence through viral TikTok success with his album 2 Alivë . Contextual Meanings of "VA" and "RAP" VA"BEST OF RAP 2022"
: Released Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers , which won Best Rap Album at the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards . The year featured several critically acclaimed projects and
: A breakout anthem that marked 2022 as a significant year for female rappers . VA"BEST OF RAP 2022"