Playboi Carti’s dedicated fanbase is buzzing with excitement over the potential release of his next album, rumored to be titled BABY BOI. However, recent speculation suggests that fans may have a different project to anticipate: a five-year anniversary edition of his acclaimed album, Whole Lotta Red. This album, which originally launched on Christmas Day in 2020, has cemented its status as a beloved project in contemporary rap, navigating the initial divisive reception to become a cherished classic over the years.
Recent activity, shared by Kurrco on Instagram, indicates that Carti may have hinted at this anniversary release through a series of posts on what fans believe is his TikTok burner account. These posts, which were quickly deleted, featured various vinyl variants of Whole Lotta Red, each with distinct names, such as Spotify FF, Retail, D2C, IVC, Target, and Indie. Notably absent from the teased options is the standard WLR vinyl pressing that fans have come to know.
In addition to the speculation surrounding the anniversary edition, Playboi Carti’s ongoing tour is contributing to the excitement. During his Seattle show, he performed a fan-favorite track, “24 Songs / Made It This Far,” alongside his Opium label mates Homixide Gang, Ken Carson, and Destroy Lonely. The energy from these performances has been nothing short of electric, further intensifying fan hopes for more material from the Whole Lotta Red era.
With the possibility of a deluxe edition featuring additional tracks from that period, fans can only dream of what could be included, elevating the anticipation surrounding Carti’s next moves. Even if the anniversary release only revisits the original tracklist, it’s likely that vinyl collectors would eagerly seize the opportunity to add these special editions to their collections. The combination of nostalgia and fresh content has the potential to create a monumental moment in Playboi Carti’s already illustrious career.