LeBron James is A&Ring 2 Chainz’ New Album, ‘Rap Or Go To The League’

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Every rapper wants to be an athlete and every athlete wants to be a rapper.

On March 1st, 2 Chainz will release his latest album, Rap Or Go To The League. The album is the first from the rapper since Pretty Girls Like Trap Music, which dropped back in 2017.

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Here’s what makes the upcoming 2 Chainz album interesting: LeBron James, a hardcore hip-hop fan, will be A&Ring the project. 2 Chainz and LeBron both made the announcement on their respective social accounts.

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In the video, both talked about the process in making the album:

 

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Had to pleasure of working on my first music project from start to finish with my guy @2chainz “Rap or Go To The League” coming to y’all 3/1. Can’t wait for y’all to hear the continues evolution of his profound skills from his mind to the booth to the records itself. Proud of you homie and the people will be as well when this hits! 🙏🏾✊🏾💪🏾 #ARBron #RaporGoToTheLeague🤷🏾‍♂️

A post shared by LeBron James (@kingjames) on Feb 19, 2019 at 9:13am PST

It’s been quite the journey to get here. All night studio sessions, reflecting, & opening up on these records or as I call it therapy! This is my each one teach one body of work, I wanna celebrate black excellence! ….. “Rap Or Go To The League” the album A&R by @KingJames 3/1 pic.twitter.com/08Y2fYKJ6X

— Tity Boi (2 Chainz) (@2chainz) February 19, 2019

Expect the album to feature previously released singles “Hot Wings,” “Girl’s Best Friend” with Ty Dolla $ign, and “Bigger Than You,” which features Drake and Quavo.