If you’re a fan of Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, then more than likely you’re aware of the legal trouble that he has found himself caught in. Arrested in South Africa for alleged false travel documentation, the past week surely has been a hard one for Yasiin. Less than 24 hours ago, the rapper was able to put any speculation to rest and offered an update on his status via a message that was delivered through his Kanye West’s website. Among the freestyles and current depiction of how he’s adjusting at the moment, Yasiin Bey also touched on the notion that he will be retiring this year from music and Hollywood. While serving as a disappointment to some, this announcement was not met without the mention of him releasing his final album this year. With no specific time-table given, if Yasiin’s recent Instagram posts are anything to go by, new music could be upon us much sooner than later.
12 more hours, 12 less lonely souls complimentary for those who listen to your hearts.
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As seen via the posted pictures, the images allude to titles of new records, along with artists that will be featured on the tracks. With Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Kanye West, and Lupe Fiasco appearing, Yasiin just might have enlisted all-star help for his final LP. As no exact date was announced of when to expect new music, with the sharing of the recent photos, perhaps the records are coming much sooner than later. Nevertheless, being over six years since the release of his previous studio album, The Ecstatic, Hip-Hop certainly welcomes new tunes from him whenever it arrives.
