The Rap Game
The Rap Game

The Rap Game (2016)

6.95 seasonsReality

Set in Atlanta’s hip hop scene, The Rap Game follow five young hip hop artists, ages 12 to 16 years old, as they work with Dupri and special guests such as Usher, Ludacris, Da Brat, T.I. and Silentó, to become the next big, young rap star.

📺 Seasons & Episodes

Season 19 episodes
Season 210 episodes
Season 313 episodes
Look Who's Back

1. Look Who's Back

45 min

Five artists join Jermaine Dupri for his 13-week rapper boot camp to compete for a contract with So So Def; the rappers try to make a good first impression on Fabolous; one young rapper shocks everyone.

Like a Boss

2. Like a Boss

45 min

Rick Ross joins Jermaine, as the kids are tasked with writing a rap about their work ethic. Later, two rappers butt heads; and one manager grows suspicious of another.

We Have a Dream

3. We Have a Dream

45 min

Jermaine takes the kids to meet Rev. Bernice A. King, Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter. Later, the rappers must write a 12-bar verse about their dream and perform with a choir at a music festival; two managers go head-to-head; and one artist struggles.

Poncho vs. Dashiki

4. Poncho vs. Dashiki

45 min

Celeb stylist April Roomet and rapper Jeezy help the kids uncover their own unique styles. Later, the rappers must earn money on the street to buy clothes for a photo shoot; one kid copies another; and one rapper struggles against a celebrity comparison.

Roll Wit It

5. Roll Wit It

45 min

Rappers iHeartMemphis and iAmDLOW give the contestants a lesson on generating buzz; the artists are challenged to create a signature dance that they must write, record and shoot a viral video for; one young artist struggles with dancing.

So Hype!

6. So Hype!

45 min

The kids receive feedback from a focus group, leaving one artist feeling overconfident and another humbled. Later, Jadakiss teaches the rappers how to turn haters into fans.

Fight For Your Spot

7. Fight For Your Spot

45 min

JD brings the group to his interview with The Durtty Boyz at Hot 107.9, where they throw the kids an unexpected challenge. With the threat of elimination, one rapper gets shaken to the core.

You Thought

8. You Thought

45 min

JD mixes up the management teams, and then challenges the young rappers to write, record, and shoot a music video with past The Rap Game winners Miss Mulatto and Mani. Can Ekko help Roscoe make it to the top or will Jasmine and Deetranada blow everyone's minds?

Dat Way

9. Dat Way

45 min

JD splits the young rappers into two teams and challenges them to perform at a high school halftime show.

Shut Up and Train

10. Shut Up and Train

45 min

Kelly Rowland and her personal trainer Mr. Shut Up and Train visit the five young rappers. Later, JD tests the kids' on both their mental and physical stamina in the Catch the Beat challenge. Will Kelly's advice help the kids take their performance to the next level?

Full Court Press

11. Full Court Press

45 min

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Don't Underestimate Nobody

12. Don't Underestimate Nobody

45 min

One week before signing an artist, JD tests the young rappers in a battle rap. Rappers John John Da Don, Arsonal, Charlie Clips, DNA and Calicoe prepare the group; one rapper is sorely underestimated; and another makes an unforgettable decision.

One Contract, One Chain

13. One Contract, One Chain

45 min

After thirteen weeks of grueling challenges, the artists prepare for the biggest moment of their lives -- the final performance. JD makes his decision and awards one young rapper the chain and a contract with So So Def.

Season 413 episodes
Don't Mess With Jny

1. Don't Mess With Jny

45 min

In the Season 4 premiere, Jermaine Dupri's five new artists are tested on their foundation; and despite getting advice from Bow Wow, Ricci Bitti makes a huge mistake

Gettin' Fresh

2. Gettin' Fresh

45 min

Jermaine Dupri challenges the youngsters to rap with legendary beatboxer Doug E. Fresh; Lil Bri fights to keep her spot at the top.

Catch Fire

3. Catch Fire

45 min

Jermaine gives his young rappers the chance to create a song from scratch with producer Zaytoven and have their works broadcast on the radio; Ricci and her manager must shape up before Jermaine ships them out.

Girl, Bye!

4. Girl, Bye!

45 min

The five young rappers perform for a hidden focus group, then use the group's feedback for an even bigger performance; Jordan and Rap-Unzel struggle to remember their lyrics despite Da Brat's help.

4 Lit for Life

5. 4 Lit for Life

45 min

JD gives the young artists a lesson on teamwork and throws them into the center of the ring at the UniverSoul Circus; Lil Bri steps into the leadership role; Jordan's constant battle with memorization takes a toll on the group.

Do Ya Dance

6. Do Ya Dance

45 min

JD switches up the teams and challenges them to to come up with their own signature dances, write raps and shoot viral videos; despite their differences, Tiki and Bri are forced to work together.

Quit Biting My Style!

7. Quit Biting My Style!

45 min

JD challenges the young rappers to find their own personal style and brand, starting from a blank canvas: white t-shirt and jeans.

Swag Symphony

8. Swag Symphony

45 min

JD challenges the rappers to use their voices as instruments and perform with drummer Tony Royster Jr. and 60 classical musicians from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra; Street Bud and Ricci Bitti struggle to remember their lyrics.

I Win

9. I Win

45 min

D challenges the artists to show their star power and takes in Keke Palmer and director Benny Boom to work with the kids on their new music video.

Don't Hold Back

10. Don't Hold Back

45 min

JD pairs the youngsters with artists from previous seasons to compete in a rap battle as duos; Lil Bri attempts to overcome last week's poor Hit List placement; Ricci Bitti struggles to get her partner on the same page.

Sweet 16 Showdown

11. Sweet 16 Showdown

45 min

JD splits the five young rappers into boys and girls teams, then challenges them to perform at a Sweet 16 birthday party; Ricci and Rapunzel try to squash their beef and put on a great show; Street attempts to work with suave Jordan.

The Press Got U Stressed

12. The Press Got U Stressed

45 min

JD lines up a press tour for the youngsters featuring an interview with actress-singer Teyana Taylor; Jordan tries to find the balance between his swagged-out new persona and humble roots.

There Can Only Be One

13. There Can Only Be One

45 min

The young rappers apply everything they have learned the past 12 weeks in a final performance to show JD who deserves to be signed to his label.

Season 511 episodes
The Battle Begins

1. The Battle Begins

45 min

In an unprecedented premiere, Jermaine Dupri’s rap boot camp kicks off with surprise after surprise, including a head-to-head cypher and a visit from R&B sensation, Jacquees. For the first time in Rap Game history, the young rappers must battle for a spot in the house.

Strength, No Weakness

2. Strength, No Weakness

45 min

Rap superstar will.i.am visits the Rap Game house as the kids are tested in their physical and mental strength. Sparks fly between two young rappers, and Jermaine Dupri announces a shocking twist to the hit lists.

Rhyme or Treason

3. Rhyme or Treason

45 min

The Rap Game’s first ever lesson in storytelling kicks off as the artists rap classic children’s books to preschoolers. Then, the tables turn as the artists dive into their own pasts to write stories of their own to record in the studio. Plus, an unprecedented battle has one mom taking shots at the rest of the house, while another flies off the handle.

Indecent Promposal

4. Indecent Promposal

45 min

The five young rappers are split into teams and must plan out a promposal for local high school students in Atlanta. Then, the teams must pull off a huge performance at the high school’s senior prom. When some of the artists choke onstage, JD challenges two artists to battle for a spot on the Hit List.

Style Wars

5. Style Wars

45 min

After the kids get caught looking plain by the paparazzi, JD brings in celebrity stylist April Roomet to help the artists find their look. The rappers bring their all to the photoshoot, but JD makes the top two battle for the feature in Popstar Magazine. Battle lines are crossed, which throws the house into chaos about what is and isn’t off limits in a battle.

Def 25

6. Def 25

45 min

Hip-hop superstar Lil Jon celebrates the So So Def 25th anniversary as a shocking writing scandal makes waves throughout the house. Two artists go head to head in an unprecedented battle that threatens to shatter a friendship.

Stay Woke

7. Stay Woke

45 min

Hip-hop legend Killer Mike visits for a powerful lesson as JD challenges the kids to make a viral video with an important message. The managers and swap artists as one young rapper struggles with the dramatic change.

Fight For Your Life

8. Fight For Your Life

45 min

JD challenges the five young rappers to perform in front of the press as they fight to stay in the Rap Game house. A scary medical emergency reminds the rappers and managers what's really at stake. For the first time ever, one rapper is sent home before the final performance.

Supernova

9. Supernova

45 min

The remaining four rappers must prove they have enough star power to perform alongside Season 3 winner, Nova; tension between the managers hits an all-time high as one manager strategically causes chaos in the house.

The Final Battle

10. The Final Battle

45 min

XScape and Rhapsody join as the remaining three finalists go head-to-head in the ultimate final performances; after 10 weeks of grueling challenges and eliminations, only one young artist will prove worthy of the So So Def contract and chain.

Bonus Track

11. Bonus Track

45 min

JD and Da Brat reveal new music videos and insight from the cast, never before seen clips, hilarious games, and behind the scenes commentary from the craziest, most emotional season yet.

Cast

Jermaine Dupri

Jermaine Dupri

Self - Host

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