10 Best Indian Hip-Hop Songs (July & August 2025)
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by Rahul
This article features the 10 best Indian hip-hop tracks released in July and August 2025. To keep it diverse, we’ve included only one song per artist — with the sole exception of Bharg, who appears as a featured artist/producer on two tracks.
So whether you’re discovering new talent or revisiting artists you already love, this isn’t just a rap song list but a celebration of Indian hip-hop at its boldest and most creative self.
1) Ikka – Ambulance (Prod. by Sez on the Beat)
If Blood Is Better Than Tears was Ikka enduring the storm, FUBU is him charging into battle — and Ambulance is the sharpest proof of that firepower.
The hook — “Don’t call an ambulance when I die, call a Benz” — flips death into a statement of legacy and dominance. With Sez on the Beat’s production and Ikka’s effortless punchlines, it’s an addictive, loop-worthy anthem built to stay in rotation.
As a whole, FUBU isn’t just a sequel, it’s the natural escalation.
Across five tracks, Ikka reminds listeners of his range — shifting from gritty braggadocio to heartfelt reflection without losing cohesion. In a scene where many play it safe, he’s still hungry to experiment, proving that mainstream success doesn’t have to come at the cost of authenticity.
We reviewed the EP last month, read it here.
2) Hardbone boy & Sinash – Dua (Prod. by Hardbone & Sinash)
Hardbone is one of those artists we’ve been betting on for a while, and it’s been rewarding to see his growth — the man rarely misses.
Whether it’s hardcore bars or melodic cuts, he’s been dropping bangers consistently, and Dua feels like a full-circle moment. Inspired by Divine to start rapping, Hardbone now releases a single under Gully Gang — a milestone that underlines how far he’s come.
Alongside him, Sinash proves once again why he’s one of the scene’s most exciting names.
Not just a producer but also a gifted songwriter, he brings both character and emotion to the track. Together, they deliver the kind of mainstream music that needs to be celebrated more — a record that signals their time is arriving.
3) Hanumankind – Cause feat. Rudy Mukta (Prod. by Kalmi)
Cause is the emotional centerpiece of Monsoon Season — the track where swagger gives way to vulnerability.
Rudy Mukta’s soulful hook aches with honesty, perfectly complementing Hanumankind’s most personal verses. Their chemistry, first glimpsed on Catharsis, reaches its peak here.
Kalmi’s production is masterful, providing the canvas for HMK to reveal Sooraj Cherukat the person, not just Hanumankind the rapper.
It’s unexpected, deeply moving, and proof that Monsoon Season isn’t just a collection of bangers — it’s a story, and this is its beating heart.
Check out the full review of the mixtape here.
4) King – Yeh Zindagi Hai (Prod. by Bharg)
King often gets unnecessary hate from the underground, but the truth is simple — he knows how to make good art. Dismissing music just because it’s mainstream says more about the listener than the artist.
With his EP Shayad Koi Na Sune, King delivered three emotionally rich songs, and Yeh Zindagi Hai stood out the most.
It’s one of his best tracks yet, the kind that sticks to your playlist after the first listen. Bharg’s production gives it the exact emotional weight it needs, making this a powerful and enduring release.
5) Karan Aujla – P-Pop Culture (Prod. by Ikky, Euro & Milano)
The album’s title track isn’t built like a single — it’s a manifesto. Aujla weaves everyday Punjabi imagery into larger lessons on resilience, loyalty, and authenticity, turning simple lines into sharp metaphors for his career.
Powered by booming chants of “P-POP”, the track grows into an anthem before peaking with a soaring guitar solo and a crowd in unison. Just as it reaches its height, the sound fractures and glitches — a bold, restless finale that cements Aujla as the face of a cultural movement.
While Daytona stood out as our favorite cut on the album as part of the whole project, P-Pop Culture shines on its own as a statement track that showcases the best of what Aujla has to offer.
Make sure you also check out the full album review here.
6) MC Headshot – Jeete Jee ft. Bharg (Prod. by Kartikey Jaiswal)
The third single from Headshot’s upcoming album Alien has been on loop for us since release — and it’s easily the strongest track so far.
Kartikey Jaiswal’s production shines with a melody and composition that lingers long after the song ends, framing a theme most artists know too well: getting flowers only once they’re gone.
Bharg, as always, doesn’t miss. His verse, carried by fluid delivery and flow, elevates the track to another level. If Jeete Jee is the benchmark, we’re in for something special when Alien drops.
7) Prabh Deep – Fiza (Prod. by Scuti)
Prabh Deep — arguably the artist with the strongest discography in DHH — returned with Fiza, a track that shows exactly why he’s held in such high regard.
Produced by Scuti, the layered production is intricate yet familiar — the kind of sonic depth we’ve come to expect from Prabh. The hook is magical, a gentle reminder for those who are often their own harshest critics.
Both the writing and delivery land with precision, hitting all the right emotions. Fiza highlights the split in today’s audience: do we truly celebrate artistry, or do we just chase quick flows and braggadocio bars?
There’s so much talent in this scene, but the DHH audience hasn’t fully matured to appreciate it. If you value good art and storytelling, Prabh’s discography is a goldmine waiting to be unpacked.
8) Frappe Ash – Chak Lo (Prod. by Toorjo Dey & Natiq)
One of the standout cuts from Ice Cream Frappe, Chak Lo is Frappe giving us a mainstream banger with a vulnerable layer underneath. He flips between Hindi, Punjabi, and English to capture love, addiction, and the fleeting search for meaning.
Lines like “Kuch bhi maada nahi hai / Ye dil ko sahara nahi hai / Yaha jeeneko bahana chaie” and “Maine khudko kho ke tumko khoja hai” cut deep, exposing both weakness and resilience.
Toorjo Dey and Natiq’s production gives the track its bounce — a catchy groove with moments that add just the right touch of mood. It’s one of the most energetic cuts on the album, and proof that Frappe’s storytelling — even in indie pop — carries more substance than most core hip-hop rappers.
Go and hear the album, and check out our full review of Ice Cream Frappe here.
9) Rebel 7 – Flavours ft. Lil Bhavi & Yungsta (Prod. by Premium)
If you’re a fan of Delhi hip-hop, Flavours by Rebel 7 is a must-hear.
With one of the most unique voices in the scene, Rebel 7 leads the charge over Premium’s haunting, hard-hitting beat. Both Rebel and Lil Bhavi deliver strong performances, but it’s Yungsta who completely steals the show.
His verse — sharp in both delivery and writing — elevates the track to another level.
Lines like “Launde milte bhi nahi sahi se, chalu karde te prachaar. Kya karu main kissę baat, waise bhi I suck at small talks” capture the awkward realities of being a public figure while throwing in cutting observations.
Filled with conviction and energy, Flavours is a straight-up hip-hop banger that shows just how high the Delhi scene has reached.
10) A.Roy – Blue Line Freestyle / Taras ft. Faye Valentine (Prod. by Guru & Drag)
Closing the list is A.Roy, an emcee and rapper from Greater Noida. We’ve seen him host Spit Dope events, and he’s as sharp on the mic as he is on stage.
Blue Line Freestyle / Taras shows the different styles and variations Roy can effortlessly pull off, with his verse on Taras standing out as the highlight.
He may not have the biggest numbers yet, but as the hook goes — “mat khaana meri haalat mein taras” — his time is definitely coming.
In 2024, Roy dropped four projects, each showing his witty side as an artist. Our personal favorite was Bin Bulaye Barati with Akarsh.
If you’re diving into his catalog, some must-hear tracks from last year include Kehde Zamane Se, Halla Kaat, Rosy, and Shamma (Kshama).
These songs don’t just reflect where Indian hip-hop is: they hint at where it’s headed next.
From the underground’s hunger to the mainstream’s ambition, July and August gave us proof that the culture is evolving.
Keep these tracks on repeat, and let us know what you’ve been vibing to these past two months — because at Desi, it’s always Art Over Clout.
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