JID has provided a much-anticipated update on his upcoming album while firmly dismissing any claims that Hip Hop is in decline.
The Dreamville artist recently performed at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, May 18, as part of the build-up to Oleksandr Usyk’s victory over Tyson Fury, an event viewed by millions globally.
Following his electrifying performance, JID took to Instagram on Tuesday, May 21, to announce that his new album will be released after he concludes his summer tour.
He highlighted his unique pre-fight performance, where he was suspended above the ring in a glass box, as evidence that rap music remains vibrant and thriving. This stance counters recent statements by figures like Questlove, who suggested otherwise.
“Finally back from Saudi Arabia and I’m just here to say it’s so much behind the scenes/in front of the scene work that goes into each step of this and I am Truly Humble under God (Free thug) for the people that help contribute to executing this amazing event,” JID shared.
“A n-gga was 100 feet in the air rapping about some n-gga shit. Hip Hop is alive and well (album after tour),” he added, reinforcing his belief in the genre’s vitality.