On January 21, Central Cee unveiled the highly anticipated tracklist for his debut album, Can?t Rush Greatness, just days before its official release under CC4L and Columbia Records. This marks a significant moment in his career, as fans eagerly await the unveiling of new tracks that showcase his evolution as an artist. The album promises to deliver a blend of styles and collaborations that reflect his unique sound and lyrical prowess, setting the stage for a noteworthy entry into the music scene.
The 17-track LP includes several previously released singles, such as ?BAND4BAND? featuring the popular rap artist Lil Baby, along with ?Gen Z Luv? and ?GBP,? which features 21 Savage. ?BAND4BAND? has made a tremendous impact, securing the No. 1 position on the U.K. Hip-Hop and R&B Singles chart and reaching No. 3 on the overall U.K. Singles chart. In the U.S., this collaboration achieved remarkable success, peaking at No. 2 on Rhythmic Airplay, No. 6 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, and No. 18 on the esteemed Billboard Hot 100, illustrating the track’s widespread appeal and resonance with listeners.
Alongside previously released hits, Can?t Rush Greatness promises exciting collaborations with renowned artists such as Young Miko on ?Gata,? Dave on ?CRG,? Lil Durk with ?Truth in the Lies,? and Skepta on ?Ten.? This new track featuring Cench and Dave marks a reunion two years after their successful four-track EP, Split Decision, which included the summer anthem ?Sprinter.? This particular track achieved remarkable milestones, becoming the longest-running No. 1 rap song in the U.K. with a remarkable 10-week reign and also secured a place in the top 10 of the Billboard Global 200 chart, highlighting its international success.
Central Cee, whose real name is Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, is set to release his first full-length album, which arrives three years after his last solo mixtape, 23. This previous work featured the hit single ?Obsessed with You,? which sampled PinkPantheress and dominated the U.K. Hip-Hop and R&B Singles chart for six weeks, as well as the U.K. Independent Singles chart. This new album is a significant leap forward in his artistic journey, showcasing his growth and evolution within the hip-hop genre.
In a reflective moment during his cover story with Dazed last fall, Cench shared insights about his journey, stating, ?With the mixtapes, I was living in [the same] house I grew up in. Now we?ve elevated; we?re actually musicians. There were times it was hard to say man?s a musician. I was just a guy that [went into the] studio [sometimes]. Now, I?m an artist.? This statement encapsulates his transformation from a budding talent to a recognized artist in the music industry, illustrating the dedication and passion that has driven his success.
You can view the complete tracklist for the highly anticipated album Can?t Rush Greatness below, featuring a diverse array of tracks that highlight Central Cee?s artistry and collaborations with other prominent musicians.
