Abstracthiphop is a genre of hip hop music that has gained popularity in the 2000s. It is characterized by more intellectual lyrics and intricate rhyme structures, as well as more complex beats.

Abstract hip hop artists tend to eschew many of the conventions found in mainstream hip hop, and instead focus on more conceptual ideas such as existentialism or social institutions. These songs are generally lyrically less braggadocio and more reflective, and also feature extensive metaphors and symbolic word choice.

MF Doom is one of the most well-known and influential abstract hip hop rappers. His albums and singles have garnered a large following, and have been instrumental in the development of the alternative hip hop scene.

Aesop Rock is another example of a rapper who specializes in lyrical content that is both intellectual and thought provoking, allowing him to stand out from the crowd. On this record, Aesop shows that he can rap with the utmost integrity and consistency, even when his emotions are running high.

Shabazz Palaces are a group that have a very distinct sound that is both dark and challenging, but they have a very strong connection to hip hop music in general. On this album, they mix a variety of African percussive instruments with electronic beats, giving them an entirely unique sound that is both very dark and very exciting.

Abstract hip hop is a very important part of the underground hip hop scene, and it is an extremely popular genre in the world today. It has been around since the 90s, but really began to take off in the 2000s with artists like MF Doom and Madlib.