He originally started rapping as Sir Cartier, releasing a mixtape titled THC: THE HIGH CHRONICAL$ on November 5, 2011, that has since been deleted from the Internet, because it was absolute balls. He followed up with the mixtape Young Mi$fit on November 12, 2012. He changed his artist name to Playboi Carti in May 2013. As Playboi Carti, he came into prominence in 2015 with his song Broke Boi. Initially a part of the Atlanta-based Awful Records label, he also performed at the fashion events such as Yeezy Season 5, VFiles, and Raf Simons events, with artists such as Lil Uzi Vert and A$AP Rocky. In 2016, he was featured on A$AP Mob's debut studio album, Cozy Tapes: Vol. 1 Friends -, on the tracks London Town and Telephone Calls, which the latter was released as the second single from the album.
Carti's eponymous debut mixtape, Playboi Carti, which features guest appearances from Lil Uzi Vert, A$AP Rocky, and Leven Kali, was released on April 14, 2017. The self-titled release gained attention from various music publications, including XXL, Pitchfork, Spin, HotNewHipHop, and PopMatters. XXL noted the track Magnolia as a standout cut, whereas Pitchfork critic Briana Younger thought that the release "finds a cloudy and economical mood and stays there, but it's Carti's magnetic confidence that turns just enough into plenty." The mixtape sold 28,051 units in its opening week.
In accompaniment with the mixtape's release, Carti embarked on a tour, which featured him as an opening act for Gucci Mane and Dreezy.
At the end of 2017, Carti was featured on A$AP Mob's Cozy Tapes Vol. 2: Too Cozy, A$AP Ferg's Still Striving, and NAV's Perfect Timing. Carti was meanwhile working on his debut album, Die Lit, which would be released on May 11, 2018.
Die Lit was an album that received mixed reviews, but fans of Carti enjoyed the album. Metacritic rated the album 71/100 with a user score of 8.2/10. Die Lit includes notable tracks such as Shoota, Foreign, Choppa Won't Miss, Mileage, and Poke it Out. This album included features from artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, Nicki Minaj, Chief Keef, Young Thug, Travis Scott, Skepta, and Bryson Tiller.
Since the release of Die Lit, Playboi Carti has embarked on his own tour, while featuring on songs such as Uh Uh (feat. Playboi Carti) on Chief Keef's Mansion Musick and Get Dripped on Lil Yachty's Nuthin' 2 Prove.
However, soon after the release of Die Lit and his tour, Carti was seen discussing a new album, titled Whole Lotta Red . Over the course of the next few years, songs from Whole Lotta Red would get leaked, or played by Carti himself at select shows. On November 23, 2020, Carti announced that the album had been submitted to his label, along with posting several blurry photos. He would later announce several collaborations, with artists such as Kanye West and Future. DJ Akademiks would later announce that the album would release on Christmas day, and was executively produced by Kanye West.
Whole Lotta Red's fan reception was polarizing at the start, but the album was met with positive critical reception. Metacritic rated the album 75/100 with a user score of 7.4/10. The album would later increase in popularity among Carti fans and music enjoyers alike over time โ highly due to several tracks going viral on TikTok โ and began receiving high praise.
Playboi Carti has announced that his next project, Music, is dropping "ASAP."
Pray 4 Me
Playboi Carti Lyrics
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Beep (beep)
Uh (uh), uh
Carti, damn (damn)
Uh, I, I got a date w-w-with the devil, woah (with the, what?)
Ayy, Iโฒm a rockstar, heavy metal, yeah (what? Damn)
Uh, you see an opp car, bitch, push the pedal, woah (skrrt, skrrt)
Woah, yeah (what?)
Ayy, I canโฒt go to jail no more (I can't do it)
Uh (what?), I put that on my grandma's soul (damn)
Uh, got a Spanish bitch, she love to do the most (what?), what?
If my money low you know Iโฒm kickinโฒ doors
Jugg my lifestyle (jugg my lifestyle)
Yo' bitch get piped down (yoโฒ bitch get piped down)
Left the block, damn, it's a drought now (itโฒs a drought now, what?)
Michael Phelps, I can clear the drought, wow
Uh, Carti that be (Carti that be)
Two hoes on me, two phones on me (two hoes on me)
You don't know me, donโฒt know shit about me
The song "Pray 4 Me" by Playboi Carti features his signature sound and style. The opening lines of the song begin with a distorted "What" and a beep, immediately drawing listeners in with a curious and slightly ominous tone. Carti's voice then drops in with a deep "Uh," creating a grittier atmosphere for his lyrics.
The first lines of the verse speak to Carti's unhinged and rebellious lifestyle. He boasts of having a date with the devil and being a rockstar in heavy metal. He warns others to push the pedal when they see an opponent's car and claims that someone would need to work harder to reach his level. Carti is essentially presenting himself as an untouchable, unique, and powerful figure.
The second half of the verse brings forward his delinquent side. He says that he cannot go to jail again and that he puts that on his grandmother's soul, highlighting the weight of his promise. Carti also speaks of having a Spanish girlfriend who "loves to do the most" and is willing to do whatever needs to be done to make money.
Overall, the song "Pray 4 Me" is a representation of Playboi Carti's confidence, carefree attitude, and rebellious nature. The lyrics touch upon his arrogance, struggles, and pride, while also incorporating his love of women and material possessions.
Line by Line Meaning
What? (What?)
Puzzled about something
Beep (beep)
Sound of a vehicle horn or phone notification
Uh (uh), uh
Expression of affirmation, agreement or satisfaction
Carti, damn (damn)
Acknowledgement of Playboi Carti's presence or status
Uh, I, I got a date w-w-with the devil, woah (with the, what?)
I am making a risky deal with someone who could hurt me badly
Ayy, Iโฒm a rockstar, heavy metal, yeah (what? Damn)
I am successful and popular, dominating the music industry
Uh, you see an opp car, bitch, push the pedal, woah (skrrt, skrrt)
If you see a rival car, accelerate and leave them behind
Uh, boy, you gon' need some more, tryna get on my level (ayy)
You have to work harder to match my skills or meet my expectations
Woah, yeah (what?)
Exclamation of surprise or amazement
Ayy, I canโฒt go to jail no more (I can't do it)
I cannot tolerate the consequences of my actions anymore
Uh (what?), I put that on my grandma's soul (damn)
I swear or promise honestly, with someone important as a witness
Uh, got a Spanish bitch, she love to do the most (what?), what?
I have a girlfriend who likes to be extravagant or do crazy things
If my money low you know Iโฒm kickinโฒ doors
If I am broke, I will resort to theft or robbery
Jugg my lifestyle (jugg my lifestyle)
I make a lot of money through illegal or questionable means
Yo' bitch get piped down (yoโฒ bitch get piped down)
I am having sexual relations with someone's girlfriend or wife
Left the block, damn, it's a drought now (itโฒs a drought now, what?)
After I leave, the availability of drugs in that area decreases
Michael Phelps, I can clear the drought, wow
I can supply large quantities of drugs when needed
Uh, Carti that be (Carti that be)
I am the one and only Playboi Carti
Two hoes on me, two phones on me (two hoes on me)
I have two girls with me, each one calling me on her own phone
You don't know me, donโฒt know shit about me
You do not understand me or know anything relevant about me
Writer(s): Bomani Williams, Jordan Terrell Carter
Contributed by Jason R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@shinigamiskiss
โi canโt go to jail no mo i put that on my grandma soulโ. cartis grandmas soul: ๐
@neuro7046
vonnidagrim he got out same day tho ๐๐คฃ
@jordanmiller1594
@@neuro7046 lmao the mugshot tho XDDD
@smwfreak1647
LMFAO
@ted772
Tbh he been staying out of trouble for very long. And he got out same day anyways. He definitely isnt a ganster or anything
@cobussy
Yeah even in his lil Yachty interview he even mentions how heโs too pretty to be a gangbanger and how heโs not on that street shit now
@rohinsequeira6931
carti has def had one of the craziest evolutions in music
@DameDaRula
Not in a good way sadly
@rafaelmelara4688
@@DameDaRula Idk gang I fw his new shit too๐คทโโ๏ธ
@gloryboyswag
@@rafaelmelara4688 facts he evolved every album he published