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Isaiah Rashad Releases 16-Track Album 'It’s Been Awful' After Five-Year Hiatus

The release signals a deliberate, introspective turn for the TDE rapper.

Overview

  • The project, which arrived Friday via Top Dawg Entertainment and Warner Records, is Rashad’s first full-length in five years.
  • Guest appearances are sparse, with SZA, Dominic Fike, and Julian Sintonia rounding out a focused tracklist.
  • The songs lean into recovery, mental health, resilience, and personal growth, continuing Rashad’s candid storytelling.
  • Reported credits include producers Keem the Cipher and Hollywood Cole, with a cinematic trailer attributed to director Omar Jones.
  • The album is streaming now, with limited vinyl and merchandise through TDE, reflecting the label’s patient, artist-first rollout style.