The Kid LAROI
The most obvious heir to the throne, The Kid LAROI was Juice WRLD’s direct protégé. Juice discovered the Australian phenom and took him under his wing, mentoring him and even living with him for a time. The influence is undeniable; LAROI’s music is built
on the same foundation of melodic flows, heartbroken lyrics, and pop-punk energy. Songs like 'GO'—a posthumous collaboration with his mentor—serve as a tribute and a passing of the torch. While he has since forged his own pop-superstar path, his early work, in particular, is essential listening for any Juice WRLD fan seeking the closest possible sonic and spiritual successor.
Iann Dior
Iann Dior channels the same blend of hip-hop, emo, and pop-rock that made Juice WRLD a superstar. His music often explores themes of complicated relationships, anxiety, and the highs and lows of newfound fame, all delivered with an effortlessly catchy, melodic cadence. While some critics initially labeled him a 'clone', Dior has carved out his own lane, leaning into the pop-punk side of the spectrum with tracks featuring artists like Travis Barker. He shares a key producer in Nick Mira of Internet Money, the collective that helped craft many of Juice's iconic beats, explaining why their sounds sometimes feel like they're from the same universe. If you appreciate Juice’s rock-influenced tracks and knack for an infectious chorus, Dior is a must-listen.
Dro Kenji
Another artist closely linked to the Internet Money production powerhouse, Dro Kenji is a name that frequently comes up among die-hard Juice WRLD fans. Hailing from South Carolina, Kenji was signed to Nick Mira’s MiraTouch imprint, giving him direct access to the melodic, guitar-laced trap beats that Juice WRLD popularized. His sound is raw and emotionally charged, often touching on themes of heartbreak and inner turmoil with a distinctive vocal tone that feels both familiar and fresh. Tracks like 'KILL CUPID' showcase his ability to ride a beat with the kind of freestyle-esque, melodic instinct that was Juice WRLD's signature, making his catalog a goldmine for fans of the 'Goodbye & Good Riddance' era.
Poorstacy
If your favorite Juice WRLD songs are the ones where he leaned into his rock and metal influences, like 'Syphilis', then Poorstacy is the artist for you. His music dives headfirst into the nexus of emo-rap, punk rock, and even metalcore. Working with producers from Internet Money and collaborators like Travis Barker, Poorstacy combines distorted guitars and aggressive vocals with hip-hop cadences, creating a sound that feels like a darker, heavier extension of Juice WRLD's genre-bending experiments. His albums, with titles like 'Party At The Cemetery', have a cinematic, horror-influenced feel, offering a theatrical and edgy take on the emotional vulnerability that defines the subgenre.
Bankrol Hayden
California rapper Bankrol Hayden captures the more optimistic, narrative-driven side of Juice WRLD's music. While still touching on struggle and pain—notably on his track '29', which details a near-fatal car accident—Hayden’s style often has a brighter, more pop-inflected feel. His songs are built around strong, clear melodies and storytelling that feels personal and relatable, similar to how Juice could turn a specific moment of his life into a universal anthem. He has collaborated with artists in the same orbit, including a remix of his platinum hit 'Costa Rica' with The Kid LAROI. For fans who appreciated Juice WRLD's smoother flows and knack for a radio-friendly hook, Bankrol Hayden offers a compelling and polished sound.
