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DJ ShabZi Madallion Shares His Ranking Of 2025’s Best ‘5 Hip Hop Nights’ Freestyles. Esteemed South African rapper, radio personality, and 5FM 5 Hip Hop Nights co-host ShabZi Madallion has ignited lively debate in hip-hop circles after unveiling his personal ranking of the standout freestyles performed on the show throughout 2025.
Drawing from his experience as a seasoned emcee, ShabZi compiled a top 18 list that celebrates the raw bars, energy, and memorable moments delivered by artists who stepped up to the mic on the popular Sunday night platform. The ranking was shared via a bold collage-style graphic reminiscent of a classic mixtape cover, instantly catching the attention of fans and fellow artists alike.
Accompanying the post, ShabZi made it clear that the list reflects personal taste rather than absolute judgment.
“I ranked all the freestyles that took place on 5 Hip Hop Nights in 2025. Just an opinion from a seasoned emcee. Love to all the artists. Thank you for blessing us with your presence and blessing the mic. Looking forward to another year of great raps.”
(@shabzimadallion)According to ShabZi’s order, Kid X Freestyle Part 2 claimed the top spot, followed closely by ShabZi Madallion’s own freestyle at number two and Espiqueti rounding out the top three. The full ranking reads as follows:
- Kid X Freestyle Part 2
- ShabZi Madallion Freestyle
- Espiqueti Freestyle
- Loki Freestyle
- Kid X Freestyle Part 1
- Robot Boiii Freestyle
- Touchline Freestyle
- Swank Lord Freestyle Part 2
- The Big Hash Freestyle
- Shane Eagle Freestyle
- Stino Freestyle
- Swank Lord Freestyle Part 1
- Stogie-T Freestyle
- Reason Freestyle
- Flvme Freestyle
- Emtee Freestyle
- King Spatja Freestyle
- Masedi Freestyle
5 Hip Hop Nights is one of 5FM’s flagship hip-hop shows, airing live every Sunday evening from 7 pm to 9 pm. Hosted by DJ Speedsta alongside ShabZi Madallion, the program has become a cornerstone of South African hip-hop culture, blending interviews, exclusive music drops, industry conversations, and live freestyle sessions over classic and contemporary beats.
Throughout 2025, the show proved to be a crucial platform for both established stars and rising voices. Several freestyles gained traction online, with Touchline’s explosive performance over a ProKid beat earning widespread praise for its authenticity and lyrical sharpness. Stogie T delivered another memorable moment packed with quotable lines, while Shane Eagle, Emtee, Flvme, and Kid X all left strong impressions. ShabZi himself also stepped into the booth on select occasions, reinforcing the show’s commitment to preserving freestyle culture in Mzansi hip-hop.
The season sparked broader conversations around authenticity, the balance between off-the-top freestyling and written verses, and the role of radio in shaping hip-hop narratives. ShabZi’s decision to rank his own freestyle near the top reflects both his confidence as a lyricist and his respect for the platform as a space for lyrical excellence.
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DJ ShabZi Madallion Shares His Ranking Of 2025’s Best ‘5 Hip Hop Nights’ Freestyles. Esteemed South African rapper, radio personality, and 5FM 5 Hip Hop Nights co-host ShabZi Madallion has ignited lively debate in hip-hop circles after unveiling his personal ranking of the standout freestyles performed on the show throughout 2025. DJ ShabZi Madallion Shares …
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