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Emo rap is a rock-inspired subgenre of hip hop that incorporates elements from emo music. It emerged in the SoundCloud rap scene in the mid-2010s and typically combines hip hop characteristics, such as trap-style beats, with vocals that are often sung. Notable artists within the genre include Trippie Redd, Lil Peep, XXXTentacion, and Juice Wrld. The genre draws influence from multiple styles, including hip hop, emo, trap, pop punk, nu metal, indie rock, post-hardcore, and cloud rap. .