How Hit Songs Are Made: The Rapper and Producer Workflow Explained

In today’s episode of How To Rap, we’re lifting the veil off the intricate collaboration between rappers and producers, dissecting the transformative workflow that transmutes raw concepts into chart-busting rap anthems.
Grasping this process is critical for those aspiring to make their mark in the rap industry.
Song creation isn’t just a product of sheer luck or impulsive inspiration; rather, it’s an art grounded in method and understanding.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
1:39 1. How Newer Rappers Learn To Write Flow To Beats
3:30 How To Write A Rap On Any Topic In 20 Mins. Or Less
3:48 2. How Newer Artists Practice Songwriting To Beats
5:25 3. How Rappers Decide Which Beats To Use
8:05 4. How Rap Producers Help Shape The Song
10:37 5. Engineers and “Hybrid” Artists In Writing Rap Songs
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Now, the first step for any brand new rapper (meaning six months or less writing experience) is often mastering the ability to even write on beat consistently and with unique flows.
The easiest way to understand “flow” as a concept is that it is drum patterns in word form… in order words, another instrument in the sound bed of production the beatmaker will eventually provide.
With this in mind, the first question that always arises in their mind is:
Do I write the lyrics BEFORE finding a beat… or do I select a beat and then write words that “fit” it?
Now, embarking on their journey to a professional rap career, the novice rapper’s initial challenge lies in discovering suitable beats.
In the early stages of their career, these emerging artists often begin by practicing on freely available demo beats on platforms like UA-cam.
As long as the music developed from these beats is not intended for profit, there are minimal legal concerns.
This massive repository of daily released beats provides a playground for budding rappers to hone their skills, practice writing, and record for personal use or to share within their close circle of friends.
However, the things take a turn when these artists transition from practicing their craft to releasing their music for monetary gain.
Navigating the intricate world of beats is an art in itself, often leaving artists wondering how to select the right one.
In the realm of rap, this decision carries significant weight.
Let’s take an in-depth look at how intermediate to advanced rappers, with two or more years experience under their belt, approach this decision.
The first step lies in understanding the target market or fan base and what they’re likely to enjoy.
This may sound intricate, but it’s often as simple as internalizing the vibe of a song.
Does it resonate as a radio hit, a street anthem, or an emo track?
The harmonious synergy between a rapper and producer is essential in the song creation process.
This relationship’s depth and intricacy becomes apparent once the rapper has penned their lyrics and is ready to record the track. This stage reveals how a producer can significantly influence the final piece.
It’s common to have the producer present in the studio with the rapper. Their in-person collaboration allows for an active interplay, manipulating the beat’s structure to fit the rapper’s vision.
A beat, initially created with a certain structure - verse, chorus, breakdown - may not always seamlessly align with the rapper’s written song.
Once a song is recorded, the creative process is far from over. The next stage often involves an audio engineer, either remotely or in-person, who brings their unique flavor to the song.
In the rap world, the engineer’s role goes beyond just cleaning up the audio or ensuring proper sound quality.
For instance, certain producers, particularly from the trap or New York scenes like those behind Dipset, prefer the incorporation of ad libs - that is, the intermittent vocal additions, or “trash talk”, that fill the background.
This ad lib layer creates an auditory bed that can further influence how the beat is manipulated by the producer, adding an extra level of texture and complexity to the song.
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[@HowToRapOfficial]

COMMENT: What is your favorite rapper / producer combination of all time?

[@miguelasosa2001]

Can you help me find my style/swagger?

[@djrep363]

Brilliant 🎉

[@ThatArtistGryph]

Thanks for the information

[@OnSet_Records.]

I will never forget this channel ❤❤❤,,,love from @kingOnSet Zimbabwean 🇿🇼 Africa

[@mrdmcarter]

There are so many nuances of artistic situations to entertain these days. I like working with producers that engineer to simplify the process for me.
I like the process Pusha T explained on the Breakfast Club for Almost Dry with Kanye and Pharrell.

[@rubybeatz4199]

nytvillian & kcnotes.. they on the rise rn

[@user-bp5dq7zj1i]

Drew you the best rap couch❤❤.
We love in Zimbabwe❤❤❤.

[@LewisGee-hf4kk]

where you from in zimbabwe bro

[@user-bp5dq7zj1i]

@@LewisGee-hf4kk in masvingo gutu

[@MrMarvelous113]

Benny and Hit Boy Burden of Proof

[@axel6735]

Tupac with Eminem as the Producer 🥵🤑🔥🔥🔥💯🔥🔥🔥

[@miguelasosa2001]

Why do y’all keep comparing Pac with Eminem two different people?

[@axel6735]

@@miguelasosa2001 I wasn't comparing at all? I was just stating one of my favorite Rapper/Producer combinations...

[@miguelasosa2001]

@@axel6735 oh my bad sorry carnal

[@mrdmcarter]

That doesn’t sound real but like an A.I. scenario

[@axel6735]

@@miguelasosa2001 no stress homie, it's a great album with or without the knowledge that Em produced it 😋😇

[@ComikelZero]

I use to be a rapper and I have no idea if I was good or not and these days I want to get back into it because it's something I like rapping, but I'm rusty.

[@RAWB7]

I like to mix it up by producing my own beats and rapping to them while also outsourcing production on beatstars. I find that my own style and voice shines more on my production rather than getting a “drake” type beat. But there’s still plenty of type beats that I’ve had success on

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I bought the freestyle fortnight a cople of monthes back and now i wanna log in again but i dont know how? When i press login it sends me to clickfunnels pls help

[@UnvoicedTheArtist]

I just need to figure out how to write songs more efficiently and the hits will come natural

[@OnSet_Records.]

I would say Drake and Wayne 😅..but these days I'm feeling more of A Benny the butcher and Hit boy

[@djrep363]

Dre - Eminem /Timbaland Bubba Sparxx

[@supertsigma6864]

Guru n Dr.Premier

[@zarinmenezes8875]

I have a question, I am beginning to rap and when I rap it sounds forced , how can I make sound natural ?

[@mrgetaway]

Just relax when rapping

[@FabianFree]

B 🐰 Rabbit run 🏃‍♂️

[@LewisGee-hf4kk]

metro and future

[@miguelasosa2001]

SPM and DJ Screw

[@Made_In_Heaven88]

Definitely Eminem/Dr. Dre