Playboi Carti's third album, "MUSIC," became Spotify's most-streamed album in a single day in 2025 so far following its release on March 14.

With features from Future, Lil Uzi Vert, and, perhaps most notably, Kendrick Lamar, the album is a major statement for Carti, who has long commanded the adoration of hip-hop’s younger generation. With Music, He is cementing his position as one of the biggest names in the genre. Here are five takeaways from Playboi Carti’s new album Music .