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Nasty C drops fifth studio album ‘Free’

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South African hip-hop heavyweight Nasty C has released his much-anticipated fifth studio album Free via Tall Racks Entertainment. The 16-track project, following his 2023 album I Love It Here, marks an impressive new chapter for the Durban-raised MC as an independent artist. Free embodies a sense of creative and personal liberation. The album, now out on DSPs, has sparked widespread excitement for its genre-fluid sound and introspective storytelling.

The title Free reflects Nasty C’s newfound artistic autonomy after parting ways with major labels, allowing him to create without external pressures. In an interview with Apple Music, he shared, “This album was inspired by feeling free to be creative and do all sorts of different new stuff, and experience some new things.” The project explores a range of emotions, from defiance and vulnerability to joy and reflection. Tracks like Intro ride the energy of the beat with playful lyricism, while Selfish reaffirms his love for his partner with heartfelt sincerity. Shmokin captures the thrill of being “back outside,” and That’s Whassup weaves tales of his rise in South African hip-hop for younger listeners.

Free is a sonic tapestry, with no two tracks sounding alike. It incorporates trap, Afrobeats, and even maskandi, a Zulu genre, adding cultural depth. The production, handled by talents like Cxdy, DoppyBeatz, and Spaced Time, is dynamic, shifting from club-ready bangers to soulful compositions. Key collaborations include Blxckie on Leftie (Dlala Ngcobo), bringing high-energy vibes; Usimamane adding grit to Soft; DJ Speedsta on MSP, featuring local slang and social commentary; Tellaman lifting the mood with melodic finesse; and Tshego closing with sleek energy on Not Tonight. These features, paired with Nasty C’s sharp lyricism, create a cohesive yet diverse soundscape.

The 16 tracks, unveiled with striking crimson artwork, trace an arc of defiance, control, and vulnerability. MSP tackles haters with a playful use of the slang term “ma se poes,” while FTW and Not Tonight bookend the album with bold statements of intent. Free balances lyrical flexes with personal narratives, reflecting Nasty C’s journey as a father, partner, and independent artist. The minimalist artwork and track titles like Evidence and Other Plans (Interlude) underscore the album’s theme of freedom, freedom of sound, subject, and stride.

Released to critical acclaim, Free has been hailed as one of Nasty C’s strongest projects, with fans calling it a defining moment for South African hip-hop. Fans on social media, responding to posts like Kid Cudi celebrating its release, are noting its significance as his final major-label album. Critics praise its genre-blending innovation and emotional depth, with tracks like Switch, previewed via a Doritos South Africa collaboration, generating buzz for their fresh sonic direction. Free is poised to further redefine Nasty C’s legacy, positioning him as a global force in hip-hop.

Listen to Free here.

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