Sexyy Red is making strategic moves to keep her momentum alive. After struggling to produce a hit with her 2024 mixtape, she bounced back in a big way thanks to Bruno Mars. Their collaboration, Fat, Juicy & Wet, peaked at No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100, proving that Sexyy Red still has the star power to make waves. Now, she’s looking to capitalize on that success by teasing new music—this time, with heavy influence from one of her rap idols, Lil Wayne.
Sexyy Red Remixes a Lil Wayne Classic
On Monday night, Sexyy Red took to Instagram to preview an untitled track that instantly sparked excitement among fans. The snippet featured her sing-rapping over a mellow piano loop and booming drums, reminiscent of early 2000s hip-hop. Listeners quickly realized that the song borrows heavily from Prostitute Flange, a deep cut from Lil Wayne that originally leaked during Tha Carter III sessions.
While Prostitute Flange didn’t dominate the charts when it surfaced in 2007, it became a fan-favorite for its emotional, melodic style. Wayne even revisited the track with a sequel on Tha Carter III (Deluxe). By tapping into this beloved record, Sexyy Red is not only paying tribute to one of her biggest inspirations but also taking a bold creative risk that could resonate with both longtime Lil Wayne fans and her own audience.
Sexyy Red’s Lil Wayne Connection
Sexyy Red has never been shy about her admiration for Lil Wayne. In a Rolling Stone profile, she named him as one of her biggest influences, and it’s easy to see his impact on her music. While her brash, explicit lyrics are often compared to Gucci Mane, her ability to blend humor, unpredictability, and absurd punchlines feels more like a nod to Wayne’s prime.
Their connection isn’t just theoretical, either. Sexyy Red and Lil Wayne linked up in 2024 for Sticky, a standout collaboration on Tyler, The Creator’s album. The track became a massive success, earning Sexyy Red her first top 10 Billboard hit. Given their chemistry, fans are now wondering if Wayne himself will make an appearance on her upcoming project.
Is Sexyy Red Finally Dropping Her Debut Album?
Sexyy Red has yet to release a proper studio album, but all signs indicate that it’s on the way. On February 21, she took to Instagram to ask fans if they were ready for her debut, all while twerking to build hype. While there’s no official release date, her recent singles and snippets suggest that she’s gearing up for something major in 2025.
It remains unclear whether Fat, Juicy & Wet or her Lil Wayne-inspired track will make the final cut, but one thing is certain—Sexyy Red is aiming to make a statement. With her growing mainstream appeal and her ties to hip-hop legends, her debut album could be a defining moment in her career. Fans will have to stay tuned for more updates, but based on the energy she’s bringing, Sexyy Red’s time is far from over.
