Playboi Carti couldn’t help himself. After keeping fans on edge for the release of his highly anticipated album I AM MUSIC, the rapper made a last-minute announcement that the drop would be delayed by three hours. Instead of releasing at midnight EST, the album is now set to arrive at 3 AM EST. While the delay may have frustrated some, Carti offered a consolation prize—he unveiled the majority of the artists featured on the album.
Carti confirmed that eight artists will appear on I AM MUSIC, revealing seven of them. The lineup is nothing short of spectacular, boasting names like Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert, and Ty Dolla Sign. UK rap heavyweight Skepta is also set to feature, alongside hip-hop icons Young Thug and Future. Additionally, The Weeknd, fresh off his recent collaboration with Carti on “Timeless,” will make an appearance. The list alone is enough to generate immense hype, but the rapper has one more trick up his sleeve—an eighth guest remains a mystery.
Could Kendrick Lamar Be the Surprise Feature?
The identity of the final guest has become a hot topic among fans, with Kendrick Lamar emerging as the most likely candidate. DJ Akademiks has repeatedly claimed that the Compton rapper will be featured on I AM MUSIC, even suggesting that Lamar will take shots at Drake on the album. “He’s talking his s**t again,” Akademiks stated, fueling speculation that Lamar’s ongoing feud with Drake could spill into Carti’s project.
The rumors don’t stop there. Akademiks also alleged that Kendrick Lamar played a major role in shaping I AM MUSIC as its creative director. According to him, Lamar had significant influence over the album’s vision, even going so far as to remove a collaboration between Playboi Carti and Drake from the final tracklist. However, this claim was swiftly denied by Carti’s longtime producer, F1LTHY.
“Kendrick is fam, but he is NOT the creative director of this album,” F1LTHY clarified. “This is Carti’s album.”
Final Countdown to I AM MUSIC
Despite the delay, excitement for I AM MUSIC has only intensified. With a roster of heavy hitters and the possibility of Kendrick Lamar’s involvement, the album is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year. Whether or not Lamar makes the final cut, Playboi Carti is clearly pulling out all the stops to make this project unforgettable.
