The 2026 2026 XXL Freshman Class season is reaching its climax with the final installment of the highly anticipated cypher series. Following an impressive opening round from Chris Patrick, La Reezy, Sosocamo, Slayr, Miles Minnick, and Hurricane Wisdom, the spotlight now shifts to a new group of rising stars. Trap Dickey, YKNiece, Skrilla, Babyfxce E, and Belly Gang Kushington have stepped up to the plate to deliver their own unique contributions to this year’s class.
The production for this session is anchored by a menacing, piano-driven instrumental crafted by producers Smkexclsv and Dewhaun. To ensure the session maintains its professional edge, legendary host DJ Drama returns to oversee the proceedings.
South Carolina’s own Trap Dickey opened the cypher with a focus on authenticity and regional pride. His bars challenged the superficiality of modern rap, emphasizing his commitment to his roots and his community. Following him, YKNiece brought a high-energy, confident flow that highlighted her status as a standout talent from Georgia, effortlessly blending bravado with sharp lyricism.
Philadelphia’s Skrilla provided a gritty look into his reality, delivering verses that felt raw and unfiltered. His performance was followed by Flint, Michigan’s Babyfxce E, who showcased complex wordplay and a clever nod to his inclusion in the 2026 class, noting his rise to prominence without the need for traditional industry cosigns.
The cypher concluded with a bold move from Belly Gang Kushington. The Atlanta rapper opted to cut the music entirely, delivering his final bars a cappella. His performance offered a poignant, gritty perspective on his personal history and his rejection of certain Atlanta-centric tropes, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Check out the video below to see these five artists showcase their skills in the final 2026 XXL Freshman cypher.