After years of anticipation, Lil Wayne has officially confirmed that Tha Carter VI is just around the corner. The highly awaited project is set to drop on June 6, marking a major moment for fans who have been clamoring for the next installment in the legendary Tha Carter series.
In a recent interview with Rolling Stone’s Andre Gee, the New Orleans rap icon opened up about what listeners can expect — and the surprises are bigger than ever. Wayne revealed an impressive and eclectic list of collaborators on the album, ranging from pop stars to reggae legends and classical icons. Among the names mentioned are Billie Eilish, Wyclef Jean, Andrea Bocelli, Miley Cyrus, Elephant Man, Machine Gun Kelly, Bono, Wheezy, Kanye West, and even his son, Kameron Carter.
“If there’s one thing about this album that’s different, it’s me approaching it like, ‘Man, what would I sound like on something with such and such?’” Wayne explained. This experimental approach promises a sonic journey that stretches beyond traditional rap boundaries.
Wyclef Jean, who also appears on the album, shared his own experience working with Wayne: “Leaving Wyclef Jean and Lil Wayne in a studio for 24 hours is a dangerous thing. You don’t know what’s going to pop out.” Wayne echoed the sentiment, noting how Wyclef’s creativity led to spontaneous sessions that often birthed multiple songs from a single idea.
The collaborative spirit and genre-blending sound of Tha Carter VI appear to reflect Wayne’s mindset of creative exploration and reinvention. With his son also contributing to the project, the album also carries personal meaning, showing how Lil Wayne continues to evolve as both an artist and father.
Beyond the music, Wayne also addressed the recent Super Bowl LIX halftime show controversy, where Kendrick Lamar headlined a performance many believed should have gone to him. Despite the chatter, Wayne made it clear there’s no bad blood. According to Rolling Stone, he called Kendrick ahead of the performance to offer encouragement and support.
“Wayne tells me things are fine between him and Lamar; Wayne called the L.A. rapper ahead of the Super Bowl to clear the air and to encourage him,” the article reads.
When it comes to his own Super Bowl aspirations, Wayne is now choosing peace over performance. “They stole that feeling. I don’t want to do it,” he admitted. “It was perfect.”
With June 6 just around the corner, Tha Carter VI is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about albums of 2025. Whether it’s the genre-defying features, emotional moments, or pure lyrical heat, Lil Wayne seems ready to remind the world why he remains one of hip-hop’s greatest.
