Latto is serving up something sweet and spicy with her new album, ‘Sweet Honey Iced Tea.’ Let’s dive into the juicy details!
- The album announcement came via a star-studded trailer featuring 2 Chainz and T.I., inspired by the cult classic movie ATL.
- SZA makes a brief, tantalizing cameo in the trailer, hinting at a sizzling collaboration.
- Latto revealed her musical inspirations include Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Lil Kim, and Kelis – all with a Southern Hip Hop twist.
- The album drops on August 9, and we’ve got our calendars marked!
Latto is back with her third album, ‘Sweet Honey Iced Tea,’ and she’s bringing all the heat. The news broke with a cinematic trailer featuring 2 Chainz and T.I., inspired by the 2006 movie ATL.
The video not only captivates with its star power but also teases a collaboration with SZA. Her vocals can be briefly heard, leaving fans buzzing with excitement.
Big Rube, known for his iconic voice in ATL, narrates the trailer. The clip wraps up, revealing that ‘Sweet Honey Iced Tea’ will drop on August 9.
Adding to the excitement, T.I.’s track “24’s” is sampled in the trailer. Latto gave fans a sneak peek of an unreleased song that flips the classic DJ Toomp beat with a fierce female twist.
In a Billboard interview, Latto opened up about her inspirations. She draws aesthetic vibes from Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and Lil Kim, and blends them with musical influences from Kelis, all wrapped in her unique Southern Hip Hop style.
She emphasized her goal is staying power in the industry, saying, “Ain’t no microwave artists here. I’m tryna be here for a minute… I am going to be here for a minute.”
Latto also addressed rumors about the album title being a dig at Ice Spice. She cleared the air, saying the name has nothing to do with their beef. It’s just a Southern thing.
The album includes tracks like “Big Mama,” “Sunday Service,” and the hit single “Put It On Da Floor,” which was later remixed by Cardi B. This release follows her 2022 album ‘777,’ which featured the triple platinum hit ‘Big Energy.’
Latto’s ‘Sweet Honey Iced Tea’ promises to be a flavorful mix of star power, Southern charm, and unstoppable confidence.
