Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist Announce Alfredo 2 with Short Film, Lead Single “1995,” and Star-Studded Tracklist
It’s been five years since Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist set the hip-hop world on fire with their Grammy-nominated joint project Alfredo. Now, the long-anticipated sequel is finally on the way, and fans are getting their first taste of what’s to come with the release of the cinematic short film Alfredo, a new single titled “1995,” and a full tracklist for Alfredo 2.
The short film, described as a “Tokyo crime saga,” was created in Japan with director Nick Walker, adding a visual twist to the rollout that matches the moody, cinematic energy Gibbs and Alc are known for. The stylish visuals and mysterious underworld setting give fans a teaser of the themes likely to show up across the album.
But the biggest headline? The release of “1995,” the lead single from Alfredo 2. As its title suggests, it draws a direct line back to “1985,” the opener from the first Alfredo album. With Gibbs gliding effortlessly over Alchemist’s soul-soaked production, the track delivers gritty lyricism, sharp flow, and that signature chemistry fans have been craving since 2020.
Alongside the single, the duo revealed the official tracklist for Alfredo 2, which is divided into three acts and includes 14 new songs. The feature list is short but strong, featuring appearances from Anderson .Paak, Larry June, and JID — three artists known for bringing versatility and charisma to any project they touch.
Here’s the full breakdown of the Alfredo 2 tracklist:
Act I
- 1995
- Mar-A-Lago
- Lemon Pepper Steppers
- Ensalada (Ft. Anderson .Paak)
- Empanadas
Act II
6. Skinny Suge II
7. Feeling (Ft. Larry June)
8. I Still Love H.E.R.
9. Shangri La
10. Gas Station Sushi
Act III
11. Lavish Habits
12. Gold Feet (Ft. JID)
13. Jean Claude
14. A Thousand Mountains
The announcement has stirred up plenty of buzz online, with fans and critics alike reacting to the tracklist and direction of the project. “Anderson Paak, Larry June, and J.I.D. This about to be something special!” one user posted on X. Others weren’t as enthusiastic, with a few pointing out the lack of Griselda features or expressing hopes for more aggressive collaborations.
Still, if history is any indication, Gibbs and The Alchemist are about to deliver another tightly executed, soul-drenched project that fuses raw lyricism with elite production. The sequel has big shoes to fill, but all signs suggest Alfredo 2 is ready to carve out its own space in the duo’s growing legacy.
While an official release date hasn’t been confirmed, Alfredo 2 is rumored to drop on July 25, just days away. Until then, fans can dive into the short film, run back “1995,” and get ready for what could be one of the most anticipated hip-hop albums of 2025.
