Playboi Carti Confirms Release Date for Anticipated Album “I AM MUSIC”
Jordan Terrell Carter, better known as rapper Playboi Carti, has officially announced the release of his highly anticipated album, I AM MUSIC. In a post on social media dated March 12, 2025, Carti revealed that fans can expect the new project to drop this Friday, finally ending a long wait for new music.
A Long-Awaited Return
This forthcoming album marks Carti’s first full-length project since his second studio album, Whole Lotta Red, which debuted in December 2020. Following its release, Carti has periodically teased his followers with glimpses of new music and artwork, ultimately confirming the album title in December 2023.
Fan Frustration and Anticipation
Despite excitement surrounding the project, multiple delays had frustrated fans to the point that a petition was created demanding the rapper’s ban from music platforms. On the day of the announcement, Carti’s post on X consisted of just the word “FRIDAY,”leaving some fans wanting more.
For those looking for clearer communication, Carti also shared an Instagram video featuring a fan exuberantly proclaiming:
“New Carti album. This Friday!”
Recent Developments Leading Up to the Announcement
Carti’s announcement came shortly after an Instagram story where he claimed to have completed work on I AM MUSIC, stating:
“MY ALBUM DONE. ME N WHEEZY TALKING ABOUT SOME OL OTHER SH*TTT.”
This alluded to a previous conversation with producer Wheezy, who teased sampling Jay-Z’s hit “Girls, Girls, Girls,”further fueling speculation among fans regarding the album’s prospects.
Past Frustrations and Fan Actions
The announcement coincides with the four-year anniversary of Whole Lotta Red. As anticipation built without official updates on I AM MUSIC, fans felt deceived, prompting one Change.org petition to circulate. The petition demanded:
“This petition calls for (him) to be banned from all music platforms until he honors his promises and demonstrates a genuine commitment to his fanbase.”
Moreover, some dedicated fans established a website (iammusic2024.com) to track every development regarding the album, covering everything from rumors to snippets and performance delays.
Teasers and Creative Promotion
In a creative push for engagement, Playboi Carti partnered with Spotify to release a cryptic video teaser with the tagline, “HAVE FAITH,”although no additional details about the album were provided.
Additionally, last month, he created excitement by renting billboard space in locations such as Times Square, with messages like “MUSIC IS COMING”and “SORRY 4 DA WAIT,”reflecting the rapper’s awareness of fan anticipation.
Artistic Intent and Vision
Carti previously shared with XXL that this album reflects pivotal moments in his life, touching on themes like love, self-discovery, and change:
“Love. S*x. Drugs. Changes in my life… I want this album to make everyone feel free.”
In a November 2023 interview with Numéro Berlin, he emphasized the significance of this project, expressing a desire to prove himself through this release.
Future Direction
In discussions with fans, Carti had previously indicated that this album would not feature any guest artists, despite suggesting collaborations with various producers, including Kanye West and SpaceGhostPurrp.
As of this writing, further updates from Playboi Carti remain pending, but the hip-hop community eagerly awaits the release of I AM MUSIC this Friday, a project that promises to deliver deeply personal insights wrapped in his distinctive sound.