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Reginae Carter recently spoke out in defense of her father, Lil Wayne, after he got a lot of hate for his new album Tha Carter VI.
The album had been highly anticipated, but many fans online didn’t like it. People complained about the songs, the production, and how the album was put together. But Reginae thinks a lot of this hate isn’t really about the music itself.
Reginae went on social media to respond to the critics. “Tha Carter VI is trash? That’s fine, that’s what you want to say,” she said, before calling out people for judging music based on whether it goes viral. She said just because you can’t make a TikTok dance to a song doesn’t mean it’s bad. “My dad was talking real stuff,” she explained, adding that the songs are the kind you might hear in video games, malls, and other public places. In her eyes, that makes the album more meaningful and wide-reaching.
Reginae went on to say that people need to get off the internet and stop letting trends decide what’s good. She reminded everyone that her pops is a real lyricist who puts thought into his words. “If you can’t understand it, please move in silence like the ‘G’ in lasagna,” she said, quoting one of Lil Wayne’s famous lines. At the end of the day, Reginae made it clear she’s standing by her dad. To her, *Tha Carter VI* is more than just an album. It’s part of a legacy that doesn’t need to go viral to be respected.
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Reginae Carter recently spoke out in defense of her father, Lil Wayne, after he got a lot of hate for his new album Tha Carter VI.
The album had been highly anticipated, but many fans online didn’t like it. People complained about the songs, the production, and how the album was put together. But Reginae thinks a lot of this hate isn’t really about the music itself.
Reginae went on social media to respond to the critics. “Tha Carter VI is trash? That’s fine, that’s what you want to say,” she said, before calling out people for judging music based on whether it goes viral. She said just because you can’t make a TikTok dance to a song doesn’t mean it’s bad. “My dad was talking real stuff,” she explained, adding that the songs are the kind you might hear in video games, malls, and other public places. In her eyes, that makes the album more meaningful and wide-reaching.
Reginae went on to say that people need to get off the internet and stop letting trends decide what’s good. She reminded everyone that her pops is a real lyricist who puts thought into his words. “If you can’t understand it, please move in silence like the ‘G’ in lasagna,” she said, quoting one of Lil Wayne’s famous lines. At the end of the day, Reginae made it clear she’s standing by her dad. To her, *Tha Carter VI* is more than just an album. It’s part of a legacy that doesn’t need to go viral to be respected.
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Reginae Carter recently spoke out in defense of her father, Lil Wayne, after he got a lot of hate for his new album Tha Carter VI.
The album had been highly anticipated, but many fans online didn’t like it. People complained about the songs, the production, and how the album was put together. But Reginae thinks a lot of this hate isn’t really about the music itself.
Reginae went on social media to respond to the critics. “Tha Carter VI is trash? That’s fine, that’s what you want to say,” she said, before calling out people for judging music based on whether it goes viral. She said just because you can’t make a TikTok dance to a song doesn’t mean it’s bad. “My dad was talking real stuff,” she explained, adding that the songs are the kind you might hear in video games, malls, and other public places. In her eyes, that makes the album more meaningful and wide-reaching.
Reginae went on to say that people need to get off the internet and stop letting trends decide what’s good. She reminded everyone that her pops is a real lyricist who puts thought into his words. “If you can’t understand it, please move in silence like the ‘G’ in lasagna,” she said, quoting one of Lil Wayne’s famous lines. At the end of the day, Reginae made it clear she’s standing by her dad. To her, *Tha Carter VI* is more than just an album. It’s part of a legacy that doesn’t need to go viral to be respected.
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Reginae Carter recently spoke out in defense of her father, Lil Wayne, after he got a lot of hate for his new album Tha Carter VI.
The album had been highly anticipated, but many fans online didn’t like it. People complained about the songs, the production, and how the album was put together. But Reginae thinks a lot of this hate isn’t really about the music itself.
Reginae went on social media to respond to the critics. “Tha Carter VI is trash? That’s fine, that’s what you want to say,” she said, before calling out people for judging music based on whether it goes viral. She said just because you can’t make a TikTok dance to a song doesn’t mean it’s bad. “My dad was talking real stuff,” she explained, adding that the songs are the kind you might hear in video games, malls, and other public places. In her eyes, that makes the album more meaningful and wide-reaching.
Reginae went on to say that people need to get off the internet and stop letting trends decide what’s good. She reminded everyone that her pops is a real lyricist who puts thought into his words. “If you can’t understand it, please move in silence like the ‘G’ in lasagna,” she said, quoting one of Lil Wayne’s famous lines. At the end of the day, Reginae made it clear she’s standing by her dad. To her, *Tha Carter VI* is more than just an album. It’s part of a legacy that doesn’t need to go viral to be respected.
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Lil Wayne’s new album “Tha Carter VI “just dropped, and it sold 110,000 units in its first week.
Out of that, only 35,000 were actual purchases; the rest came from streaming. While those numbers aren’t bad, they’re a step down from his last solo album “Funeral“, which sold 139,000 first week and hit No. 1. It’s an even bigger drop from Tha Carter V, which had a huge debut with 480,000 in 2018.
If things stay on track, Weezy’s new album will land at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, with country star Morgan Wallen holding on to the top spot.
Reactions to the album have been mixed. Some fans who’ve been riding with the New Orleans legend since day one were let down, saying the album didn’t live up to the hype. However, there are still some standout moments. One of the most talked-about tracks is “The Days,” where Wayne teams up with U2’s Bono. It was first previewed during the NBA Finals, and on the song, Wayne raps about getting older and owning his place in Hip-Hop: “I ain’t getting younger, but I’m getting better…”
Even with the mixed reviews, Wayne’s getting love from some big names. Nicki Minaj jumped on a remix of “Banned In NO” and took some shots at Shannon Sharpe and Jay-Z. Justin Bieber also showed support, posting a FaceTime with Wayne and telling fans to check out the album.
It might not be Wayne’s biggest project, but he’s still making noise.
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Lil Wayne just dropped Tha Carter VI, and to celebrate, he’s taking over London with a pop-up shop.
For the next two weeks only, there’s a Wayne pop-up shop live at Selfridges on Oxford Street, and it’s the only place on the planet where you can cop this exclusive heat. The space is posted up in the Men’s Designer Street Room, and it’s Tha Carter merch, think cover art aesthetics, gold-framed pics of Weezy, and a giant record on the floor that’s basically begging to be on your IG.
Fans can grab Tha Carter VI on vinyl and shop a fire new capsule collection put together by Bravado, that’s Universal Music Group’s merch squad. We’re talking limited tees, hoodies, a one-of-a-kind skate deck, and even a collab with BAPE, yeah, one of Wayne’s all-time favorite brands.
The album itself has been getting mixed reviews, with many fans feeling let down after the long wait. Still, the pop-up is a full-on experience. This isn’t just a store, it’s a whole moment. Whether you’re a die-hard Weezy fan or just looking to flex something no one else has, this is where it’s at. From New Orleans to the West End, Lil Wayne is bringing the heat, but only until June 23.
The pop-up will be held at Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street. This one’s for the culture.
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Weezy F. Baby and the F is for finally
After a seven-year drought, Lil Wayne drops a new installment in his iconic “Carter” series with Tha Carter VI. This classic series has long been a staple in Hip-Hop culture, highly anticipated by fans and critics alike. Tha Carter I marked Wayne’s arrival on the national scene with bangers like “Go DJ.” By Carter II, he had begun maturing into his own sound, striking a balance between lyrical prowess and radio-friendly hits like “Fireman” and “Hustler Musik,” the kind of tracks that made listeners want to hustle harder.
Then came Tha Carter III, the era when the New Orleans rapper became a bona fide superstar, selling over one million copies in a single week. Yes, you read that right, in one week.
Now we fast forward to Tha Carter VI. Surprisingly, the usual suspects, Drake and Nicki Minaj, are absent. Instead, Wayne brings in an eclectic mix of artists, including BigXthaPlug, country artist Jelly Roll, his ATL partner 2 Chainz, and a few others. To be honest, the feature list is underwhelming. Where’s Drake? T-Pain? Even Rick Ross, though that omission might be due to Ross’s loyalty to Drake.
The album kicks off with “King Carter,” featuring a woman speaking about Wayne’s legacy and declaring that his impact “will never die.” There are no bars, just a mood-setting intro, let the beat build (pun intended). “Welcome to Tha Carter” opens with that iconic lighter flick, and Wayne delivers witty bars like “Smoking on a pure-L, no sanitizer.” Classic Wayne, sharp, funny, and effortlessly smooth.
“Bells” features a super unorthodox flow, but it doesn’t quite land. A for effort, but it’s a skip.
On “Hip-Hop,” BigXthaPlug and Weezy unexpectedly vibe well together. If you’re a fan of raspy-voiced Wayne, this track is for you. “Sharks” sounds like a failed attempt to break into Country radio. A T-Pain feature would’ve elevated it, Jelly Roll just doesn’t click here. “Banned from NO” brings the punchlines and double entendres we love from Wayne, a strong return to form.
“The Days” needed someone like Bruno Mars on the hook. The chorus is weak, though Wayne keeps it afloat. “Cotton Cotton” is rapid-fire from start to finish. Wayne doesn’t let up, and 2 Chainz seals the deal.
“Flex Up” is a gym playlist must-add — high energy and nonstop bars. “Island Holiday,” however, misses the mark. It sounds like a Maroon 5 leftover. Hearing Wayne say “demon time” is… unsettling.
Check out the full rating breakdown of each song from Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter VI below.
1. King Carter (Intro, no rating)
2. Welcome To Tha Carter – 6/10
3. Bells – 4/10
4. Hip-Hop – 7.5/10
5. Sharks – 4/10
6. Banned From NO – 8/10
7. The Days – 5.5/10
8. Cotton Candy – 9/10
9. Flex Up – 7.5/10
10. Island Holiday – 5/10
11. Loki’s Theme – 5/10
12. If I Played A Guitar – 3/10
13. Peanuts 2 N Elephant – 3.5/10
14. Rari – 3.5/10
15. Maria – 4/10
16. Bein Myself – 5/10
17. Mula Komin In – 4/10
18. Alone In The Studio With My Gun – 3.5/10
19. Written History – 5.5/10
20. Lil Wayne’s “Tha Carter VI” OVerall Rating: 5.8/10
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Lil Wayne is set to bless us with his highly anticipated album “Tha Carter VI” this Friday, June 6, and to mark the occasion, he’s launching a nationwide tour.
The tour will kick off in dramatic fashion with a release-day performance at New York’s legendary Madison Square Garden. After that, the rapper will take a short break before hitting the road again at the end of July, with dates running through early October.
In addition to promoting Tha Carter VI, the tour will serve as a celebration of Wayne’s entire *Carter* series, a defining body of work in hip-hop that includes fan-favorite albums like Tha Carter III and Tha Carter V. Special guests joining the tour include Tyga, NoCap, Belly Gang Kushington, and even the Hot Boys, reuniting Wayne with some of his earliest collaborators.
Tha Carter V, released in 2018, was a major success, featuring standout tracks like “Uproar,” “Let It All Work Out,” and “Mona Lisa” featuring Kendrick Lamar. Expectations are sky-high for Tha Carter VI, which Wayne has teased over the past year.
To promote the album, Weezy recently dropped a quirky skit featuring a mock collaboration with skincare brand Cetaphil. The offbeat humor and surprise product placement quickly went viral, adding to the buzz around the release.
Fans can expect a blend of nostalgia and fresh energy as Lil Wayne celebrates a legendary legacy and possibly another dope project.
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Universal Music Group (UMG) is facing legal action from Lil Wayne’s producer, Darius “Deezle” Harrison.
The producer claims UMG owes him $3 million in unpaid royalties for his work on Wayne’s 2008 album Tha Carter III. Harrison alleges that his contract with Cash Money Records entitled him to a 4% royalty rate for each track he produced on the album, which includes the hit single “Lollipop”. He further contends that a separate agreement for his contributions to Birdman’s 2005 album “Fast Money” entitles him to an additional 3% royalty rate.
This lawsuit follows a previous legal dispute Harrison had in 2011 with Lil Wayne, Cash Money, and Young Money over similar royalty issues, which was settled confidentially. Harrison asserts that after the settlement, he began receiving royalty payments from UMG in 2012, but those payments ceased shortly thereafter, prompting the current legal action.
As the lawsuit unfolds, Lil Wayne is preparing for the release of his highly anticipated album, Tha Carter VI, scheduled for June 6, 2025. To celebrate the release, Wayne will headline his first-ever show at Madison Square Garden on the same day, marking a significant milestone in his career. The album features collaborations with artists such as Miley Cyrus, Andrea Bocelli, and his son Kameron, and is expected to showcase a diverse range of musical styles.
Despite the excitement surrounding the upcoming album, Harrison’s lawsuit casts a shadow over the celebration, highlighting ongoing disputes over royalty payments in the music industry.
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In a recent conversation with Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay, 2 Chainz opened up about a surprising experience he had with Birdman and Lil Wayne during Wayne’s prime.
According to Chainz, Birdman had a habit of charging artists $100,000 just to get them in contact with Wayne. It was a costly fee, but one that many were willing to pay in hopes of securing a collaboration with the legendary rapper.
2 Chainz, however, found a more creative way to bypass the expensive fee. While shopping at a Gucci store, he bought a pair of red Gucci shoes for Wayne, symbolizing Wayne’s “red team” affiliation. He then took the shoes to Wayne at the studio, along with a beat CD. “He don’t know I’m about to take it to him,” 2 Chainz explained. Upon receiving the gift, Wayne was impressed, saying, “Damn, these harder than a b*tch.”
The two quickly got into the studio, but there was an issue with the email containing the song, which Wayne had sent. After sorting it out, they listened to the track, and 2 Chainz immediately recognized its potential. “Man, you did that for me?” he asked Wayne. Wayne responded with a simple, “Yeah boy.”
Despite Weezy’s generosity, Baby still expected his $100,000 for the connection. But as 2 Chainz aka “Tony” quipped, “it’s only going to be just 100, not 200.” That song, “Duffle Bag Boy” by Playaz Circle, would go on to become a major hit, cementing its place in Hip-Hop history.
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