The 2024 U.S. presidential election delivered a surprising twist, as Donald Trump staged a comeback to secure his position as the 47th president-elect. In his victory speech, Trump promised to usher in a “golden age of America,” pledging to prioritize safety, prosperity, and a bright future for the nation. His win sparked a wave of reactions across social media, with voices from the Hip-Hop community offering perspectives as varied and passionate as the genre itself. As reactions poured in, Cardi B kicked it off keeping it blunt with her audience, sharing a story that was straight to the point stating: “I hate y’all bad” on Instagram.
On the other end of the emotional spectrum, rapper Da Brat expressed heartfelt appreciation for Vice President Kamala Harris, who is expected to officially concede at Howard University. In her tribute, Da Brat thanked Harris for “a lifetime of service” and for her pioneering presence in all three branches of government, calling her “the most qualified presidential candidate ever”.
Taking to Twitter, Plies reached out to his fans with a message of encouragement. “I definitely want to get on here and check on y’all,” he tweeted. “Regardless of how you feel at the moment, just know God don’t make mistakes! He has a plan, and his plan I’ll never second guess! Continue to stand for the things you believe… is right!”
Some rappers, however, threw their support behind Trump. 50 Cent, known for his provocative style, posted images of himself with Trump, captioning it, “I don’t care how the fight goes. I’m leaving with the winner”.
In fact, his statement was followed and backed by artists like Fivio Foreign and Waka Flocka Flame. The latter responded to critics by defending his choice not to vote, asserting, “Y’all mad because I know [we’re] second-class citizens. My voice is bigger than my vote. Ain’t no punking me!”
These responses reflect Hip-Hop’s continued role in cultural commentary and its willingness to tackle difficult truths. Whether hopeful, critical, or celebratory, the Hip-Hop community’s perspectives on the 2024 election highlighting the genre’s voice in shaping public discourse—and, ultimately, history itself. Take a look below as Hip Hop speaks out on social media!
