Mary J. Blige has officially given her enthusiastic approval to a new snippet from Travis Scott‘s upcoming project Jackboys 2, which notably mentions her in the lyrics. This endorsement from the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul highlights her ongoing influence in the music industry and her connection with contemporary artists.
The exciting two-and-a-half-minute trailer, directed by Harmony Korine, showcases Scott’s lyrical prowess as he declares, “I blige bumping Mary.” This line not only pays homage to the legendary singer but also captures the essence of blending different musical influences in modern hip-hop. The trailer was shared across Travis Scott’s social media platforms on Wednesday night, generating significant buzz among fans and followers alike.
“I see what he did there,” Mary J. Blige remarked on X, accompanied by joyful laughing and smiling emojis, showing her appreciation for the nod. This playful interaction between two generations of artists emphasizes the collaborative spirit and mutual respect present in the hip-hop community today.
Over the last month, Scott has been consistently teasing the Jackboys 2 compilation project, leading fans to speculate that he might release it on his 34th birthday, which fell on Wednesday. However, that release did not occur as anticipated. Last month, the Cactus Jack founder collaborated with his artist Sheck Wes on the track “ILMB,” although it remains uncertain whether this single will be included in the highly anticipated album. Furthermore, during his headline performance at Coachella, he previewed a couple of unreleased songs, all while navigating a $20,000 fine from the City of Indio for exceeding the 1 a.m. curfew by three minutes.
To keep the momentum going, Scott has updated his online store, where fans can now pre-order the digital version of Jackboys 2. The store offers a variety of products, including CDs with alternative covers, vinyl editions, and exclusive box sets, catering to his dedicated fanbase while generating excitement for the release.
The original Jackboys compilation album was launched in December 2019 and featured an impressive lineup of artists from Travis Scott’s label, including Sheck Wes and Don Toliver. This album also included remarkable collaborations with Rosalía and Lil Baby on the remix of his Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit “Highest in the Room.” Other collaborations featured Quavo and Offset on “Had Enough,” Young Thug on “Out West,” and the late Pop Smoke on “Gatti.” Jackboys debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart at the beginning of 2020 and also achieved the top position on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, solidifying its impact on the music scene.
