Built for Whatever explained

Built for Whatever
Type:studio
Artist:Tee Grizzley
Cover:Tee Grizzley - Built for Whatever.png
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Built for Whatever is the third studio album by American rapper Tee Grizzley. It was released through Atlantic Records and 300 Entertainment on May 7, 2021. The album features guest appearances from the late King Von, Quavo, Young Dolph, YNW Melly, Lil Durk, Lil Tjay, Grizzley's younger brother Baby Grizzley, G Herbo, Allstar Lee, Mu, and Big Sean. Production was handled by Chopsquad DJ, Hit-Boy, and Helluva.[1]

Background

Tee Grizzley stated that "the title of this album is my whole life in one sentence", further explaining that "the songs on the album and the things I refer to lyrically on each track reflect pieces of my real life. The name of this album is exactly what I am – built for whatever". The font of the songs written in the track listing of the album is also the same font that is used in the series of action-adventure game Grand Theft Auto, which Grizzley is an avid fan of, as he created a Grand Theft Auto "Grizzley World" server that he played fans snippets of songs from the album a few days before it was released and also made a gaming team called Grizzley Gang Gaming.[2]

Singles

Tee Grizzley released the album's lead single, "Late Night Calls", on February 5, 2021.[3] He followed it up with "White Lows Off Designer", featuring fellow American rapper Lil Durk, which was released as the second single on March 19, 2021.[4] The third and final single, "Never Bend Never Fold", a collaboration with fellow American rapper G Herbo, was released on April 16, 2021.[5]

Release and promotion

On April 29, 2021, Tee Grizzley announced the album alongside its release date and artwork through social media.[6] The track listing was revealed on May 3, 2021.[7]

Critical reception

DJ First Class from Revolt described the album as "a solid body of work that will indeed silence all haters and doubters" and "the title holds weight as Tee Grizzley lets it be known that he will beat any odds formed against him and continue to cement his legacy and provide for his family.[8]

Personnel

Musicians

Technical

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tee Grizzley Drops "Built For Whatever" Ft. Big Sean, King Von, Lil Durk, Quavo, G Herbo. HotNewHipHop. Marie. Erika. May 7, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  2. Web site: Tee Grizzley Drops New Album 'Built For Whatever' f/ Lil Durk, King Von, Big Sean, and More. Complex. FNR Tigg. May 7, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  3. Web site: Tee Grizzley Addresses His Brother's Arrest On "Late Night Calls". HotNewHipHop. Findlay. Mitch. February 5, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  4. Web site: Tee Grizzley taps Lil Durk for new single "White Lows Off Designer". Revolt. Cho. Regina. March 19, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  5. Web site: Tee Grizzley & G Herbo Team Up For New Single "Never Bend Never Fold". Respect. Rashed. Ayana. April 16, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  6. Web site: Tee Grizzley Announces New Album "Built For Whatever". HotNewHipHop. Findlay. Mitch. April 29, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  7. Web site: King Von, Lil Durk & YNW Melly Among Features on Tee Grizzley's 'Built For Whatever' Album. HipHopDX. Walker. Joe. May 5, 2021. May 7, 2021.
  8. Web site: Tee Grizzley is 'Built For Whatever' on his latest album. Revolt. DJ First Class. May 7, 2021. May 7, 2021.

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