Playboi Carti fans have shown remarkable patience, enduring the prolonged rollout of his last album, Whole Lotta Red, which became one of the longest and most drawn-out in recent memory. The rollout for his upcoming album seems to be following a similar pattern, but there might finally be a light at the end of the tunnel. At the Splash! Festival on July 5th, Carti surprised everyone by addressing the album delay directly, promising fans that they can expect to hear it soon.
Known for his intense stage presence, Carti delivered this bombshell news with his characteristic energy, shouting to the crowd, “I promise you, the album is coming.” But he didn’t stop there. He explained, “So it’s only right that I come here tonight and give you a world premiere,” before treating fans to the debut full performance of the song “All Red,” expected to feature on the upcoming album. With numerous teasers and snippets already released, this latest development gives fans the most reason for optimism yet.
In a recent interview, producer Cardo, who has collaborated extensively with Carti, discussed the album’s lengthy creation process, revealing he’s been adding final touches after working on it for four years, even before Carti officially announced it. Carti’s unconventional approach to recording, including spending three months in a cave to experiment with acoustics, reflects his dedication to pushing creative boundaries, potentially contributing to the album’s delays. Despite these delays, leaks and previews indicate that the album will likely be well worth the wait.
