Playboi Carti’s fans have hit their boiling point as the elusive third album, “I Am Music,” remains unreleased. Despite expectations set for a 2024 release, the rapper has yet to provide a date, frustrating fans who are now taking action.
Although Playboi Carti has kept mum about the release, the anticipation was high, especially with the precedent of dropping his last album on Christmas Day. Fans were poised for a similar surprise, only to find themselves still waiting.
In an unusual move, a disappointed fan went as far as launching a petition to ban the artist from streaming platforms until he delivers on his promises. This petition has amassed over 3,000 signatures, signaling widespread impatience and holding Carti accountable for his unfulfilled promises.
The petition points to a series of broken assurances, including a specific promise made on December 14, 2023, regarding a 2024 release. In response to these unmet expectations, fans have had to settle for scattered tracks and snippets across social media platforms like YouTube and Instagram.
The recent outcry is intensified by the fact that the last Friday of the year, a traditional release day, came and went without any new music from Carti. Many fans feel a lack of respect and accountability from him, given this recurring cycle of anticipation and disappointment.
Producer Mike Dean, reportedly involved in the album, advises patience, indicating that Carti will release the album “when he’s finished.” This vague assurance has done little to pacify devoted followers who feel the wait is long overdue.
Social media influencer Akademiks added to the conversation, indicating that he was hopeful because no official date had been promised, but assured that “it is absolutely coming.” His statement, however, hasn’t provided much comfort to those demanding a definitive timeline.
Speculation about the album’s release was initially fueled by Carti’s performance at Rolling Loud Miami, where he debuted material from “I Am Music.” These performances, featuring collaborations with notable artists like The Weeknd and Metro Boomin, had fans expecting an imminent release.
The fervor surrounding “I Am Music” emphasizes the thin line between anticipation and frustration. Fans are demanding accountability and have taken matters into their own hands to be heard. Whether Carti will heed these demands and deliver remains to be seen, but until then, his fans wait with bated breath.
