The past few days proved to be a huge money maker for the rap industry. With the announcement of three new albums from major artists, the *actual* release of two of those and new singles from various artists, fans have a lot of new tunes to keep up with. Hereâs a quick rundown of the best of the weekend, so you can hit the gym with some new motivational playlists.
Lil Wayne – Carter V
Carter V is Lil Wayneâs 26th studio album, while he is only 36 years old. The album has supposedly been ready since 2012, but there were complications between Wayne and his record label that prevented him from being able to release it earlier. Floyd Mayweather posted the album cover with the caption â{goat emoji} #21â, which led to speculation from fans about the album dropping September 21st. There was worldwide disappointment when the day came and went, without a new album. After confusion about the release date and backlash from fans, Wayne put out a 3 minute video to his fans about the album. He said he would be releasing it on his birthday, September 27th. He references this in Donât Cry; âI am not number 1, itâs true. I am number 9-27-82â. In my opinion, this isnât the same Lil Wayne as the first few Carterâs and his early career; or the Wayne that I remember from as a kid. The music feels a lot more modern, soulful and centered on his religion and feelings rather than the violent rap you may associate with him from 10 years ago.
My Favorite Songs: âUsed 2â, âUproarâ, âMessâ, and âProblemsâ
Easter Eggs: A voiceover of former President Barack Obama is featured at the end of âDedicate.â
Logic – YSIV
YSIV is Logicâs last Young Sinatra album, which comes just under 7 months after his release of Bobby Tarantino II. You may know this 28 year old rapper from his hit song â1-800-273-8255,â which provoked a much needed conversation on mental health and suicide. After his live performance at the 2018 Emmyâs, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline received triple their average amount of calls for two hours. In YSIV, Logic continues the well known style of speaking over a beat, with a few of the songs reaching over 5 minutes. These stories consist of how exactly he got to where he is today, how he became a rapper, who supported him and their sacrifices for him. He also gives a tribute to the late Mac Miller in a song named after the album, âFor those of yâall who donât know man, Mac is the whole reason Iâm doing this Young Sinatra shit.â
My Favorite Songs: âLast Callâ, âYSIVâ, and âEverybody Diesâ
Easter Eggs: You can expect more stacked music from the young artist, as he claims he is âsittinâ on five unreleased albumsâ in âEverybody Dies.â The album cover bears a major similarity to Young Sinatra : The Mixtapes. Â
Kodak Black – âIf Iâm Lyin, Iâm Flyinâ
Kodak Black released a new single September 28th titled âIf Iâm Lyin, Iâm Flyin.â This is his first single after Heart Break Kodak (HBK) in February 2018.
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Jeremy Zucker – summer,
The 21 year old pop singer also released his EP on September 28th. The album consists of five songs. He has been active since 2015, with previous hits such as âall the kids are depressed.â
My Favorite Songs: âcomethruâ and âthinking 2 muchâ
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Kanye – Yandhi
Kanye West announced last week that he was releasing his newest album, titled Yandhi, under his new name âYeâ on Saturday. However, as the clock struck midnight Sunday morning, the album still hadnât dropped. Itâs safe to say that fans were pissed. Via Twitter
Kanye was the musical guest on Saturday Night Liveâs 44th season premiere, where he performed âI Love It,â his most recent single, with Lil Pump. The two donned Fiji and Perrier sparkling water bottle costumes… aka everyoneâs new favorite Halloween costume. After a spectacle of a night, there was silence on the âYandhiâ release, until Kim K tweeted out Monday that the new release date is November 23. Via Twitter
Itâs safe to say that it was a good weekend for the music industry. If all the new tunes arenât enough, check out Her Campus George Masonâs Spotify account for themed playlists, new releases and our staffâs faves!