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The Rap Game Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
9 Episodes 2016 - 2016
Episode 1
Welcome to Atlanta
Fri, Jan 1, 2016 60 mins
In the series premiere, Jermaine Dupri mentors five young, aspiring rappers as they compete for a record contract with So So Def Recordings. In the first week, the kids meet rap superstar T.I. and perform for Da Brat and Bryan-Michael Cox.
Episode 2
Set the Booth on Fire
Fri, Jan 8, 2016 60 mins
The young rappers are tasked with writing and recording a rap about Atlanta; and one kid struggles to stay awake while another cheats in hopes of getting ahead. Meanwhile, the parents begin to size each other up.
Episode 3
Style and Swagga
Fri, Jan 15, 2016 60 mins
The young rappers work with Jermaine Dupri's stylist in order to define their style and brand on a budget. Later, the parents react to a cheating scandal.
Episode 4
Betta Step Up
Fri, Jan 22, 2016 60 mins
The young rappers show off their moves on the dance floor as Jermaine tests their stage presence. Later, the kids receive creative criticism in a focus group of their peers; and two parents go head to head.
Episode 5
Gettin' Schooled
Fri, Jan 29, 2016 60 mins
Teen rapper Silento visits; and the kids are paired together for a collaborative performance at a high-school pep rally. Later, tensions escalate as one manager takes control.
Episode 6
Shakin' Things Up
Fri, Feb 5, 2016 60 mins
The managers' skills are put to the test in a marketing challenge with an unexpected twist.
Episode 7
Fights, Camera, Action!
Fri, Feb 12, 2016 60 mins
Usher visits the kids; and the five young rappers must write and shoot a 30-second video to be featured in hip-hop duo 2-Crucial's music video. Later, the managers feel the pressure and lose control.
Episode 8
The Final Battle
Fri, Feb 19, 2016 60 mins
In the Season 1 finale, Jermaine Dupri must decide which young rapper to sign to So So Def Recordings. Meanwhile, the kids face off in a rap battle and perform for industry insiders like Da Brat.
Episode 9
Reunion
Fri, Feb 26, 2016 60 mins
Jermaine and the young rappers reunite to recount the most dramatic moments from Season 1.
