Trim Is Billboard’s Up-and-Coming Hip-Hop Artist of the Month for May 2026
Trim has been recognized as Billboard's Up-and-Coming Hip-Hop Artist of the Month for May 2026. The South Carolina rapper has gained popularity through her unique style and viral hits, including her breakthrough single 'Boat.' With a growing fanbase and successful collaborations, Trim is poised to make a significant impact in the hip-hop scene.
- ▪Trim, born Ahlaisha Kornickey, started rapping last year and quickly gained a fanbase through TikTok.
- ▪Her single 'Boat' has garnered over 33.5 million official on-demand U.S. streams in 2026.
- ▪Trim's recent performances, including her debut at Rolling Loud, showcase her ambition and potential in the music industry.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 17:27:04 +0000 |
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TRIM @fromakbar Trending on Billboard if ( !window.pmc.harmony?.isEventAdScheduledTime() ) { pmcCnx.cmd.push(function() { pmcCnx({ settings: { plugins: { pmcAtlasMG: { iabPlcmt: 2, } } }, playerId: '4057afa6-846b-4276-bc63-a9cf3a8aa1ed', playlistId: 'b7dab6e5-7a62-4df1-b1f4-3cfa99eea709', }).render("connatix_contextual_player_div"); }); } else { // This should only be get called when page cache is not cleared and it's event time. window.pmc.harmony?.switchToHarmonyPlayer(); } From Grammy-nominated MCs like Jeezy to late ‘00s/early ‘10s icons like Lil Ru (“The Nasty Song”) and newer cats such as Dro Kenji, South Carolina has been an underrated hip-hop state for several decades now.
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