Lil Wayne recently disclosed that a track featuring Kevin Durant almost made it onto his most recent project with 2 Chainz, ‘Welcome 2 Collegrove’, but the timing wasn’t right for its release.
Key Takeaway
Lil Wayne shared that a collaboration with Kevin Durant, originally intended for ‘Welcome 2 Collegrove’, was almost released but is now being saved for a future project due to Durant’s untimely revelation.
Secret Collaboration Unveiled
In a Bleacher Report interview with Taylor Rooks, Lil Wayne shared that the collaboration between him and Kevin Durant was meant to be kept under wraps. However, Durant let the secret slip when he asked about the possibility of a snippet of their song being played on a radio show. This revelation came as a surprise to Wayne, who humorously called out Durant for disclosing their secret project.
Missed Opportunity
Wayne expressed his disappointment at Durant’s revelation, stating that the song was being considered for ‘Carter VI’, but due to Durant’s disclosure, it will not be included. He further revealed that the track was initially intended for the ‘Welcome 2 Collegrove’ album released in November, but he has decided to save it for a future project.
KD’s Rap Skills
Despite the missed opportunity, Lil Wayne praised Kevin Durant’s rap abilities, referring to him as a “jewel” and a “backpack rapper”. He even humorously suggested that Durant could potentially deliver a verse if asked to rap during a basketball game timeout.
NBA Players in the Music Scene
The collaboration between Lil Wayne and Kevin Durant sheds light on the musical talents of NBA players. Notably, Damian Lillard and Shaquille O’Neal have showcased their rap skills, demonstrating their versatility beyond the basketball court.
With Durant’s previous collaboration with LeBron James and his recent involvement in Drake’s project, it seems that a full-fledged music project from Durant may be on the horizon.
