How Samara Cyn’s Razor-Sharp Pen Made Her One of Gen Z’s Hottest Rappers — and Earned Her a Denzel Washington Cosign

Samara Cyn

Brianna Alysse

Billboard's versatile 2026 Hip-Hop Rising Star stands out with diverse sonic influences and a slew of glossy cosigns.

Growing up all over the U.S. as a military brat allowed 27-year-old rapper Samara Cyn to embrace a diverse palette of musical influences. Now, following the release of a dexterous EP earlier this year, she’s feeling creatively liberated — and already working on her next project.

Samara Cyn will take the stage at Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live, Sept. 10 at Brooklyn Steel in New York City. Get your tickets here.