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T.I. releases final album ‘Kill The King’ and announces much

Overview

In mid‑June 2026, Atlanta rapper T.I. announced the tracklist and June 26 release date for his final studio album, ‘Kill The King’. The project, issued via Grand Hustle and EMPIRE, features guests such as Usher, Dr. Dre, Anderson .Paak, 2 Chainz, Jeezy, and YoungBoy Never Broke Again, with the lead single ‘Let ’Em Know’ produced by Pharrell Williams. During the rollout, T.I. faced legal and public scrutiny. He filed a motion in Los Angeles federal court to dismiss a lawsuit from Sabrina Peterson regarding alleged emotional distress. Additionally, he sparked controversy on the Joe Budden Podcast by describing Verzuz battles as ‘poor people activity’, though he later clarified on Instagram that his comments targeted the battle format rather than the platform itself.

On June 26, the album was officially released. While the final track, ‘CONTINENTAL’, ended with a voice saying ‘To be continued’, prompting speculation about future music, T.I. framed the project as a retirement. On July 15, 2026, he confirmed in a PEOPLE interview that he is retiring from recording after more than two decades to focus on his family and seven children with wife Tiny Harris. He expressed intentions to pass the torch to his sons, King and Domani. Following the release, his single ‘Let ’Em Know’ reached number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100. While stepping away from studio albums, T.I. indicated potential interest in comedy and collaborative projects.

Entities

Dr. Dre · 50 Cent · XXL Magazine · T. I. · Pharrell Williams

Timeline

29 days ago

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T. I. releases final studio album ‘Kill the King’
Rapper T. I. has released his final studio album, ‘Kill the King’, signaling his retirement from music after a 25-year career.
about 2 months ago

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3 months ago

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Atlanta rapper T.I. releases final album “Kill The King”
Atlanta rapper T.I. has issued his 12th and likely final album, Kill The King, featuring guests such as Usher, 2 Chainz and Anderson .Paak, and announced a supporting tour.
3 months ago

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T.I. calls Verzuz a ‘poor people activity’ and later clarifies his remarks
T.I. dismissed Verzuz as “poor people activity,” later clarified he was criticizing the battle format, not the platform, and said he’ll consider it only for money.
3 months ago

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T.I. dismisses Verzuz battles as “poor people activity”
T.I. called Verzuz a “poor people activity,” ruled out participation, clarified after Timbaland’s reaction, and focused on his upcoming album Kill The King.
3 months ago

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T.I. Announces Final Album 'Kill The King' as He Seeks Dismissal of Remaining Lawsuit
T.I. unveils his final album 'Kill The King' with star‑studded features while seeking dismissal of the last claim in a lawsuit over a 2025 Instagram video.

Sources

bossip.com · classixphilly.com · complex.com · diversity.social · eagle1023fm.com · hip-hopvibe.com · hiphopnc.com · hot1009.com · hot97.com · hotnewhiphop.com · julielwhitehead.wordpress.com · khmoradio.com · kysdc.com · rnbphilly.com · thebeatdfw.com · theboxhouston.com · themorninghustle.com · therreportmag.com · XXLmag.com