Charles Hamilton, Years and Years, Lion Babe & Galantis Top Billboard's Emerging Artists Chart

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The Billboard Emerging Artists Charts get a serious dose of diversification as Charles Hamilton, Years and Years, Lion Babe & Galantis round out the top five spots.

In at number one is Charles Hamilton and his sudden return to the rap game with "New York Raining," featuring Rita Ora. "New York Raining" is getting a boost from it's play time on Fox's hit television series "Empire" that has taken social media by storm. Hamilton was on a long hiatus from Hip-Hop but he is making a splash with his return.

Hamilton recently detailed the entire ordeal on Sway In The Morning. Hamilton spits some soulful rhymes and Ora's powerful chorus compliments it very well.

"New York Raining" By Charles Hamilton featuring Rita Ora

Making the cut at both the number two is "Wonder Woman" by Lion Babe. Lion Babe is no stranger to the Billboard Emerging Artists Chart as their infectious song "Jump Hi" graced the chart previously. Now the duo is getting an added push with the new track produced by Pharrell Williams.

The song has a heavy notion of female empowerment and strength. Williams also has some underlying ad-libs throughout the song. The beat is both funky and free as Lion Babe continues to make it's way up the charts.

"Wonder Woman" By Lion Babe

Years and Years is one of the biggest break out groups this year and their new single "Worship" looks to continue their reign of success at number three.

The song has only peaked at number two so far, however, it's just as catchy and high energy as "King" and "Desire," two tracks that propelled the group into fame.

Their experimental electric sound is intoxicating and "Worship" is the first single off the upcoming debut album titled, "Communion." Years and Years might still be reaping the benefits of the "Y & Y EP," but they aren't stopping there.

"Worship" (Live) By Years and Years

The number four spot belongs to rapper, Black Milk and his newest track "I Guess." One of the standout features on this track is the Kanye West-esque beat. However, Black Milk's lyrical ability is second to none as he features, story telling, bragging and hard-hitting metaphors.

Hip-Hop fans will be able to appreciate this track in it's entirety.

"I Guess" By Black Milk

Rounding out the top five is the EDM smash hit "Runaway (U & I)" by Galantis. The song has been in and out of the top five for the last couple of weeks peaking at number one in the past. The intense electric sound by Galantis resonates throughout this heavy club tune.

The guys followed the song up with a very epic music video. Galantis is joining the likes of Calvin Harris and David Guetta in terms of popularity becoming yet another popular EDM act.

"Runaway (U & I)" By Galantis