Fresh Prince is Back in the Game! Will Smith Announces New Album After Two Decades
Smith announces long-awaited album return following two decades.
Get ready to groove again as the legendary Will Smith, aka The Fresh Prince, is resurrecting his rap career - it's been two decades since his last album! With a packed lineup of top artists, his highly anticipated comeback is set to drop soon.
Before becoming an icon in the film industry, Smith made his mark in Philadelphia's music scene. His collaboration with DJ Jazzy Jeff earned him a Grammy award in 1989 for their hit single "Parents Just Don't Understand." From 1997 to 2005, he released four incredible albums, and his debut "Big Willie Style" remains a fan favorite to this day.
Fast-forward 20 years, and the 56-year-old superstar made waves again when he dropped his latest single "Beautiful Scars" in January, alongside rapper Big Sean. Rumors have been swirling that he's gearing up for a full-blown musical comeback with a brand-new album on the horizon.
In a recent Instagram post, Smith announced that "Based on a True Story," his new album, would hit the shelves on March 28. He excitedly expressed his eagerness to share his work, stating, "I've been working on this project for a while, and I've got the itch to present it to you all."
According to People magazine, the album will boast collaborations with a star-studded array of artists, including Smith's long-time pal DJ Jazzy Jeff, singer-actress Teyana Taylor, and rapper Jac Ross.
That's not all! It looks like his son, Jaden Smith, will also make an appearance on the album. Their collaborative efforts include the track "Work of Art." Additionally, we can expect appearances from Joyner Lucas, India Martinez and Marcin on the song "First Love," and Fridayy and Sunday Service Choir on the hit single "You Can Make It," which reached No. 1 on Billboard's Gospel Airplay chart.
Set your calendars, folks! Will Smith's first album in 20 years is coming live on March 28, 2025[1][2][3].
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- ♪ I'm not going to let you go ♪ echoes Will Smith's sentiment, hinting at his unexpected return to rap music, two decades after his last album, following his successful transition to Hollywood.
- Interestingly, Smith won his first Grammy award together with DJ Jazzy Jeff for their popular hit "Parents Just Don't Understand" back in the 80s, when he was still making waves in Philadelphia's music scene.
- Amidst the preparations for Will Smith's new album release, rumors suggest that WhatsApp groups might become the latest chat platform to receive a flurry of text messages come March 28, 2025, as fans eagerly await the release of Smith's much-anticipated album titled "Based on a True Story."
