Cloud rap is a subgenre of hip hop that emerged around the late 2000s and early 2010s. It is characterized by ethereal, dreamlike beats, often using wordless vocal samples to produce a majestic effect, and abstracted, sometimes deliberately absurd, lyrics. Cloud rap producers often rely on unconventional sample sources, incorporating elements from indie, experimental, trap, chillwave, and lo-fi sounds. The focus in cloud rap is primarily on the beat, and it is known for its relaxed and atmospheric sound
. Some artists associated with cloud rap include A$AP Rocky, SpaceGhostPurrp, Lil B, and Clams Casino
