Over time, the art of lyricism has evolved alongside the genre and its artists, but many proven lyricists have remained at the forefront. In an era of vibes, Joey Bada$$ and J.I.D are two MCs rhyming with purpose. Joey and J.I.D keep the essence of hip-hop alive with every verse they write. That’s an achievement worth celebrating, which is why these artists are featured on the cover of XXL magazine. Joey and J.I.D spoke individually in their own respective cover story interviews on everything from their music and beyond.