The Rap Game (2016–present)

1. S01E01Welcome to AtlantaJanuary 1, 2016—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
2. S01E02Set the Booth on FireJanuary 8, 2016—The young rappers are tasked with writing and recording a rap about Atlanta; and one kid struggles to stay awake while another cheats in hop
3. S01E03Style and SwaggaJanuary 15, 2016—The young rappers work with Jermaine Dupri's stylist in order to define their style and brand on a budget. Later, the parents react to a che
4. S01E04Betta Step UpJanuary 22, 2016—
5. S01E05Gettin' SchooledJanuary 29, 2016—Teen rapper Silento visits; and the kids are paired together for a collaborative performance at a high-school pep rally. Later, tensions esc
6. S01E06Shakin' Things UpFebruary 5, 2016—
7. S01E07Fights, Camera, Action!February 12, 2016 1.0
8. S01E08The Final BattleFebruary 19, 2016—In the Season 1 finale, Jermaine Dupri must decide which young rapper to sign to So So Def Recordings. Meanwhile, the kids face off in a rap
9. S01E09ReunionFebruary 26, 2016—Jermaine and the young rappers reunite to recount the most dramatic moments from Season 1.

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01Who's HungryJuly 22, 2016—Seven new artists prepare for a 10-week rapper boot camp where they compete for a contract with So So Def; guests Snoop Dogg, Timbaland and
2. S02E02Rep Your CityJuly 29, 2016—The five rappers write about their city; two parents come head to head; one young rapper struggles; guests Nelly and Monica.
3. S02E03Fresh to DefAugust 5, 2016—Queen Latifah gives the rappers a lesson on image; the rappers compete to be on the cover of a hip hop magazine; one parent manager butts he
4. S02E04We Don't Take No L'sAugust 12, 2016—
5. S02E05Run Back to WifeyAugust 19, 2016—
6. S02E06Stand Out or Sit DownAugust 26, 2016—
7. S02E07Birthday BashSeptember 2, 2016—
8. S02E08Battle of the DefSeptember 9, 2016—
9. S02E09Finale Part 1September 16, 2016—Only one week away from choosing his next So So Def artist, Jermaine Dupri gives the young rappers their final assignment-create a stage sho
10. S02E10Season FinaleSeptember 22, 2016—

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Look Who's BackJanuary 12, 2017—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 f
2. S03E02Like a BossJanuary 20, 2017 5.0Rick Ross joins Jermaine, as the kids are tasked with writing a rap about their work ethic. Later, two rappers butt heads; and one manager g
3. S03E03We Have a DreamJanuary 27, 2017—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
4. S03E04Poncho vs. DashikiFebruary 3, 2017—Celeb stylist April Roomet and rapper Jeezy help the kids uncover their own unique styles. Later, the rappers must earn money on the street
5. S03E05Roll Wit ItFebruary 10, 2017—Rappers iHeartMemphis and iAmDLOW give the contestants a lesson on generating buzz; the artists are challenged to create a signature dance t
6. S03E06So Hype!February 17, 2017—The kids receive feedback from a focus group, leaving one artist feeling overconfident and another humbled. Later, Jadakiss teaches the rapp
7. S03E07Fight For Your SpotFebruary 24, 2017—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 o
8. S03E08You ThoughtMarch 3, 2017—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 win
9. S03E09Dat WayMarch 10, 2017—JD splits the young rappers into two teams and challenges them to perform at a high school halftime show.
10. S03E10Shut Up and TrainMarch 17, 2017—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 an
11. S03E11Full Court PressMarch 23, 2017—
12. S03E12Don't Underestimate NobodyMarch 31, 2017—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 Cal
13. S03E13One Contract, One ChainApril 7, 2017—After thirteen weeks of grueling challenges, the artists prepare for the biggest moment of their lives -- the final performance. JD makes hi

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

1. S04E01Don't Mess With JnyNovember 23, 2017—In the Season 4 premiere, Jermaine Dupri's five new artists are tested on their foundation; and despite getting advice from Bow Wow, Ricci B
2. S04E02Gettin' FreshDecember 1, 2017—Jermaine Dupri challenges the youngsters to rap with legendary beatboxer Doug E. Fresh; Lil Bri fights to keep her spot at the top.
3. S04E03Catch FireDecember 8, 2017—Jermaine gives his young rappers the chance to create a song from scratch with producer Zaytoven and have their works broadcast on the radio
4. S04E04Girl, Bye!December 15, 2017—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
5. S04E054 Lit for LifeDecember 29, 2017—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
6. S04E06Do Ya DanceJanuary 5, 2018—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
7. S04E07Quit Biting My Style!January 12, 2018—JD challenges the young rappers to find their own personal style and brand, starting from a blank canvas: white t-shirt and jeans.
8. S04E08Swag SymphonyJanuary 19, 2018—JD challenges the rappers to use their voices as instruments and perform with drummer Tony Royster Jr. and 60 classical musicians from the A
9. S04E09I WinJanuary 26, 2018—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
10. S04E10Don't Hold BackFebruary 2, 2018—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
11. S04E11Sweet 16 ShowdownFebruary 9, 2018—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
12. S04E12The Press Got U StressedFebruary 16, 2018—JD lines up a press tour for the youngsters featuring an interview with actress-singer Teyana Taylor; Jordan tries to find the balance betwe
13. S04E13There Can Only Be OneFebruary 23, 2018—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 la

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

1. S05E01The Battle BeginsJanuary 10, 2019—In an unprecedented premiere, Jermaine Dupri’s rap boot camp kicks off with surprise after surprise, including a head-to-head cypher and a v
2. S05E02Strength, No WeaknessJanuary 10, 2019—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
3. S05E03Rhyme or TreasonJanuary 17, 2019—The Rap Game’s first ever lesson in storytelling kicks off as the artists rap classic children’s books to preschoolers. Then, the tables tur
4. S05E04Indecent PromposalJanuary 24, 2019—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 pu
5. S05E05Style WarsJanuary 31, 2019—After the kids get caught looking plain by the paparazzi, JD brings in celebrity stylist April Roomet to help the artists find their look. T
6. S05E06Def 25February 7, 2019—Hip-hop superstar Lil Jon celebrates the So So Def 25th anniversary as a shocking writing scandal makes waves throughout the house. Two arti
7. S05E07Stay WokeFebruary 14, 2019—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 manag
8. S05E08Fight For Your LifeFebruary 21, 2019—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 emergenc
9. S05E09SupernovaFebruary 28, 2019—The remaining four rappers must prove they have enough star power to perform alongside Season 3 winner, Nova; tension between the managers h
10. S05E10The Final BattleMarch 7, 2019—XScape and Rhapsody join as the remaining three finalists go head-to-head in the ultimate final performances; after 10 weeks of grueling cha
11. S05E11Bonus TrackMarch 14, 2019—JD and Da Brat reveal new music videos and insight from the cast, never before seen clips, hilarious games, and behind the scenes commentary

Season 5 ranked & reviewed