It has become the unmissable event at the start of the year in French rap. Booska-P hits hard once again with its long-awaited annual event: the 11 rappers to follow for 2025. Here is a focus on three of the artists who are preparing to mark this year with their talent and their ambition.
1 – Theodora: the “Boss Lady” who conquers hearts
It’s impossible to miss her name in recent weeks: Schuyler is everywhere. With his viral hit « Congolese sauce BBL »the 21-year-old artist has exploded on the rap scene. The one nicknamed “Boss Lady” seduces thanks to a versatile voice and second-rate lyrics, which resonate with her generation.
With his mixtape BAD BOD LOVERSTORY (BBL), Theodora immerses us in a colorful universe where carefreeness, romance and introspection mingle. She breaks the codes by associating an assumed hyperfemininity with suburban stories, offering a modern and powerful image. 2025 will undoubtedly be the year of consecration for this rising star.
2 – Keeqaid: the enthusiasm of youth
Originally from Plaine Saint-Denis (93), Keeqaid embodies raw energy and passion. Active since 2021, this young rapper draws his inspiration from figures like Young Thug, A$AP Rocky and even XVBarbar. In 2024, Keeqaid has a series of projects with PARTICIPATE et PURIZE in collaboration with Dafliky, strengthening its presence on the French scene.
Signed on the Low Wood label, Keeqaid does not intend to stop there. With steadily increasing streams and a highly anticipated appearance at Yardland Festival alongside stars like Hamza and Tiakola, 2025 promises to be decisive for this 93 prodigy.
3 – Saïf: the narrator of reality
Proud representative of 84 City, he made a name for himself thanks to his series freestyles « Instanonymous food »which depicts his daily life and his struggles without filter.
With hard-hitting singles like “The Avalanche”, “The Wolf’s Job” et “Bohemia”Saïf has been able to captivate an ever-widening audience. In 2025, he is expected with a first long-format project which could well propel him among the big names of the French rap scene.
4 – R2: The 91 rookie to watch closely
At only 20 years old, R2 is making a sensational entry into French rap. Originally from 91, Rayann, her real name, set the scene on fire with her music video A$AP/ Bad boya 2-in-1 single that reveals his style coach and his writing pointed. In 2024, it has multiplied projects, notably Full exclu Vol.1 and its reissue, without forgetting collaborations with Bilouki and DMG. In November, he hits hard with a freestyle Heritagehomage to the legendary song Se-wreck from Kaaris. R2 is undoubtedly a future headliner French rap.
5 – KLN: The seducer of Parisian rap
KLN is a name that is becoming more and more talked about. Coming from the Bois-l’Abbé district in Champigny-sur-Marne, the rapper launched his career in 2017 with his acolytes from the L2B group. In 2024, KLN went solo and quickly gained popularity. Its rise is confirmed with the forecast of a Olympia on May 31, 2025, with his group L2B. The stage is his, and 2025 promises to be a key year for this seducer of Parisian rap.
6 – Dexter HMC: The bloody aesthetic of rap
Originally from Brunoy (91), Dexter HMC stood out by bringing a horrific aesthetic and tinged with blood to his rap. With titles like Wilder et Charohe did not hesitate to assume his opinions policies and to deliver incisive music, in tune with current social tensions. His deep voice and sharp style have allowed him to stand out and attract many praise. 2025 promises to be the year of confirmation for Dexter HMC.
7 – Abdii d’la SF: The new face of Marseille rap
Abdi d’la SF is the new raw voice of Marseille rap. Since its debut in 2020 with the freestyle series La Gagnehe has continued to assert his musical identity, anchored in street life. With a drill sombre et incisivehe raps about his beliefs and his identify with rare strength. An artist to follow closely, because 2025 could well be the year of his national breakthrough.
8 – Rnboi: The melody that hits hard
With 900k monthly listeners on Spotify in 2024, Rnboi is one of the artists who is on the rise. His notable collaborations with Tiakola, Monsieur Nov and Kerchak allowed him to establish a solid place on the urban scene. Its soft but intense style, carried by catchy melodiesfound a deep resonance with the public. For him, 2025 will be the year of revelation.
9 – Yorssy: The melodic trapper from Orléans
Originally from Saint-Marceau in Orléans, Yorssy started his musical career in 2018. It was in 2024 that he experienced a explosion thanks to his participation in season 3 of New School on Netflix, a real springboard for the artist. His first platinum single CRF et son single d’or Racks confirm its ascension. Yorssy combine trap et melodic sounds brilliantly, a winning formula for 2025.
10 – BB NOYAA: The heiress of R’n’B
BB NOAH offers a modern version of R’n’B from the 90s/2000s, which she revisited in her own way. With his song So Freshshe imposed her unique musical identityvalidated by figures like SDM. 2025 will be a year marked by musical diversityand BB NOYAA is ready to be one of them standard bearers.
11 – KLM: The future UFO of French rap
With his project JUST IN CRIME, KLM stands out as a true UFO in the landscape of hip-hop tricolore. Originally from 19th arrondissement of Parishe launched solo in 2024 with the production of Nayfun and Amine Farsi, while signing with the Blue Sky label. The three letters KLM are likely to shine brightly in 2025.
A future full of promise for French rap
Booska-P has once again highlighted artists with unique and promising universes. 2025 promises to be a year where the rap scene will renew itself, offering a multitude of talents ready to shake up the industry. These 11 artists, with their strong identities and their ambitionsare those that will need to be followed very closely this year.
So which of these rookies impresses you the most?
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