Atlanta rap superstar Lil Baby is kicking off 2025 in style with the release of his highly anticipated fourth studio album, WHAM (short for Who Hard As Me), which dropped on Friday, January 3. The project features a stellar lineup of collaborators, including Young Thug, Future, Travis Scott, Rod Wave, GloRilla, Rylo Rodriguez, and 21 Savage, spread across 15 tracks.
A chart fixture since 2017, Lil Baby’s latest project calls back to the themes of his earlier successes, reclaiming the fortitude of his breakthrough works like Harder Than Ever and Too Hard. Known for his polished trap bangers, Lil Baby continues to deliver with tracks like “F U 2X,” “Say Twin,” and the Wheezy-helmed “Stiff Gang.” Meanwhile, introspective songs like “I Promise” reflect on his journey from humble beginnings to global stardom.
Coinciding with the album’s release, Lil Baby unveiled a striking black-and-white video for “F U 2X,” directed by Shaq Simmons. The album also boasts standout collaborations, with GloRilla matching Lil Baby’s energy on the fiery track “Redbone.” Young Thug and Future team up for “Dum, Dumb, and Dumber,” marking Thugger’s return to music with his first verse post-release from jail. On the track, Thug reflects on his time behind bars, rapping, “Yeah, n---a, King Spider back/ I don’t even believe I was locked up, for real, for real.”
21 Savage adds an ominous edge to “Outfit,” while Rod Wave and Rylo Rodriguez bring a sleek vibe to “By Myself.” With contributions from ATL titans and rising stars alike, WHAM showcases Lil Baby’s unparalleled ability to unite the best in the game.
Fans won’t have to wait long for more. Lil Baby took to Instagram to tease a deluxe edition of WHAM dropping Tuesday, January 7, tagging Young Thug alongside a photo of a Rolls-Royce with the caption, “Chill bra the deluxe coming coming Tuesday it’s on thereeeee.” In addition to the deluxe, Lil Baby hinted at another full-length project slated for later in 2025.
As Lil Baby sets the tone for 2025, WHAM not only cements his dominance in the rap world but also reaffirms his dedication to evolving as an artist. With its mix of introspection, high-energy bangers, and star-studded collaborations, the album is already shaping up to be one of the year’s defining releases. Stream WHAM now and stay tuned for what’s next from this Atlanta legend.
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