Playboi Carti caused a stir online after he posted a link with an important announcement on September 12. Fans speculated wildly about his theories, believing he might finally release a new single or album.
However, fans were disappointed to learn that he announced his decision to release box sets only as accompaniment to an as yet unreleased album.
Playboi Carti’s biggest fan, Dabo, breaks down in tears after the announcement was about merch and not the release of the album itself ššpic.twitter.com/FJTuwBg29O
ā Ryan š¤æ (@scubaryan_) 13 September 2024
In the form of pre-order links, these packages can include a hoodie, a t-shirt or a hat. All three items of clothing bear the logo of his upcoming album, MUSICAlthough Carti’s teasers had everyone excited for something big, the hype didn’t live up to the announcement, causing anger among fans online.
One fan on X said: “Fuck you Playboi Carti and your mysterious shit, we all know you’re just a regular ass, a real f***ing fake motherfucker.” Others were less aggressive, saying they were just sick of being strung along.
Playboi Carti fans after being lied to for the 100th time pic.twitter.com/jdxK1SIcM7
ā Mac ā§ (@MacRamirezxxx) 13 September 2024
“Playboi Carti. We are tired,” said another user.
āWe are fed up. Please give us what we want.ā
While fans were quick to vent their displeasure online, Carti issued a statement confirming that the album’s release date would be “announced soon.”
However, many felt that his āannouncement about the announcementā was unacceptable and fans did not want to hear any more empty promises from Carti.
Kai Cenat listens to āALL REDā by Playboi Carti for the first time and was not impressedā¦ pic.twitter.com/crazrByibh
ā Yusef Clips (@YusefClipz) 13 September 2024
After the uproar, Carti has now officially released his new single ALL RED and influencers like Kai Cenat are already reacting online to the artist’s long-awaited new music.
What other media say
- HotNewHipHop shared that fans expressed their frustration with Playboi Carti’s pre-order teaser for Whole Lotta Red. (Read more)
- Reddit Users discussed how the hype surrounding Playboi Carti’s pre-orders fell flat as fans were skeptical and feared they had been misled again. (Read more)
- YouTube has shared Playboi Carti’s latest teaser that has divided fans. Many are criticizing the lack of new material and wondering if the long wait is worth it. (Read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about this news
What did Playboi Carti announce on September 12th?
Playboi Carti announced the release of box sets for his unreleased album, MUSICincluding goods such as hoodies, T-shirts and hats.
Why were Playboi Carti fans disappointed?
Fans expected a release date for a new single or album, but were disappointed when the announcement was about merchandise instead of new music.
How did fans react to Playboi Cartiās announcement?
Fans expressed their frustration online, feeling deceived by the hype and wanting new music instead of merchandise announcements.
Has Playboi Carti released new music since the announcement?
Yes, after the backlash, Carti released a new single titled EVERYTHING REDwhich has already provoked reactions from influencers such as Kai Cenat.
When is Playboi Cartiās new album coming out?
Although Playboi Carti has not yet confirmed an exact release date for his next album, he stated that the announcement will be made soon.