Future’s ‘Mixtape Pluto’ has left fans buzzing, and not just because of its surprising elements like what some call Playboi Carti impersonations and the absence of expected features.
‘Mixtape Pluto’ is on track to make a massive debut. According to Hits Daily Double, it is projected to sell between 120-135,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. This will likely make it the top new album, although its overall position on the Billboard 200 remains to be seen.
Future finally released the mixtape on Friday, September 20, after teasing fans for months. Interestingly, this is his first solo mixtape in eight years. In 2024 alone, he has released two joint projects with Metro Boomin, ‘We Don’t Trust You’ and ‘We Still Don’t Trust You.’
However, Metro Boomin is noticeably absent from ‘Mixtape Pluto.’ Instead, producers like Southside, Wheezy, and ATL Jacob bring the beats. The 18-track mixtape is entirely solo, despite rumors that Travis Scott would be featured on the song ‘South of France.’
Future dedicated ‘Mixtape Pluto’ to his late mentor and cousin, Rico Wade. Wade was an essential member of the Dungeon Family, the legendary ATL rap crew. The house featured on the mixtape’s cover was Wade’s mother’s house, where iconic groups like OutKast and Goodie Mob recorded their early work.
Wade, who passed away earlier this year at the age of 52, was more than just a mentor. He was a member of the production collective Organized Noize, responsible for massive R&B hits like En Vogue’s ‘Don’t Let Go (Love)’ and TLC’s ‘Waterfalls.’ Future’s heartfelt dedication on social media touches on the deep bond he shared with Wade, saying, “My cousin never died in my eyes.. Rico Wade u already know what u mean to me!”
With ‘Mixtape Pluto,’ Future not only honors his late cousin but also continues to prove his enduring relevance in the music industry. Fans are eagerly watching to see where the mixtape lands on the charts.
