After years of anticipation, Playboi Carti has finally confirmed the release date for his long-awaited album, I AM MUSIC. This exciting announcement came on March 12, 2025, via his social media platforms, with the album set to drop tomorrow, March 14. Following months of speculation and delay, fans are counting the days until they can hear the new material from the Atlanta rapper.
Before the big reveal, Carti had teased fans during his performance at Rolling Loud Miami back in December 2024, giving them just a taste of what was to come. The anticipation has only grown since then, especially with the appearance of numerous promotional billboards across the United States announcing the album.
On March 12, 2025, Carti took to X (formerly Twitter) with a simple yet powerful one-word tweet: "Friday." This was coupled with an Instagram post featuring playful visuals, including a video of Blackhaine, Carti's backup dancer, excitedly shouting, "New Carti album this Friday!" This whimsy reflects Carti's distinctive style and has energized his fanbase, who eagerly await the full release.
DJ Akademiks, who claims to have heard the album, is already calling it a “day one classic,” asserting it is packed with hits. "CARTI got Pluto slime Uzi Trav Weeknd floating on dat bih," Akademiks tweeted, teasing collaborations with notable artists including Lil Uzi Vert, Travis Scott, Future, and The Weeknd. He also hinted at the potential for other surprise appearances, like Kendrick Lamar—sparking even more excitement among fans.
The buildup to I AM MUSIC has been anything but straightforward for Playboi Carti. Originally announced back on April 12, 2022, during his cover story with XXL, the project has seen its fair share of ups and downs. Carti's last album, Whole Lotta Red, was released on Christmas Day 2020 and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, setting high expectations for whatever followed. The hiatus between albums has left many fans both restless and hopeful about Carti’s return.
After numerous delays and the initial release date being missed, Carti confirmed earlier this week—between March 10 and March 12—that the album is fully complete. The murmurings among fans indicate there's significant hope, considering various collaborations are reportedly lined up. These artists, along with Carti’s unique sound, promise new musical experiences and potentially the establishment of unique subgenres, such as what producer Cardo dubbed “burnt music.”
Fans have vented their frustrations on social media over the long wait, with many documenting the delays, creating websites tracking his updates, and even planning boycotts. Yet, the buzz around I AM MUSIC has only intensified recently, as Carti actively engages with fans online, assuring them of his commitment to releasing new music.
Although the album lacks disclosed guest features and its tracklisting remains tightly under wraps, sources suggest it might not include any featured artists. Instead, the album could showcase some of the biggest names behind the scenes, like Ye, Mike Dean, and Metro Boomin, whose production styles could lead to innovative results.
On Friday, March 14, 2025, Playboi Carti is primed to debut I AM MUSIC during his highly anticipated performance at Rolling Loud California 2025 at Hollywood Park. This live setting may serve as the perfect launching pad for the album, giving fans their first look at the new sound—possibly heralding Carti's full-scale revival within the hip-hop scene after his radio silence.
Despite the lengthy wait, it appears the winds of fortune are finally blowing favorably for Carti and his dedicated followers. The countdown clock has begun, and many will be awake until midnight not only to hear the album but also to witness how it shapes Carti’s musical legacy going forward. The excitement centers not just around typical album drops but also around the collective anticipation of what the project might mean for the future direction of rap.
Tomorrow marks not just another release but potentially signals Carti's reclaimed place at the forefront of the music industry. Fans are poised to see if I AM MUSIC can live up to the growing hype, and if the album will be filled with the hits, energy, and innovation everyone is rooting for. One thing is certain: the moment for Playboi Carti has finally arrived.