When someone or something is really cool or stylish similar to swag. Can also refer to clothing or accessories.

What does "drip" mean on social media?

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North West is 9 and she has more drip than me.

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History and usage

The term "drip" isn't a new slang term, but has had a recent revival, particularly in hip-hop. As "drip" started to gain new popularity, discussions regarding the term's meaning, origins, and the individuals responsible for popularizing it came into question. Genius delved into lyrics data and interviewed Houston rapper Sauce Walka, who claims association with the current usage of the term.

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Genius data reveals that "drip" was referenced in over 2,000 hip-hop songs released in 2018, including hits like Gunna and Lil Baby's "Drip Too Hard" and Cardi B's "Drip" on the Billboard Hot 100. This figure marks a substantial 195 percent increase compared to 2017 and is four times the occurrences noted in 2016.

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The term has become popular on TikTok due to popular sounds and trends and has been mainstream by many people outside of the hip-hop rap community.