No Ceilings 3 cover

No Ceilings 3

Lil Wayne · 2020

61 min · 20 tracks · trap music · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A vibrant mixtape blending clever wordplay with a mix of trap beats and Southern hip-hop swagger.

Why this album works

'No Ceilings 3' received praise for its lyrical dexterity and features, quickly becoming one of the standout releases of early 2020. The mixtape peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Lil Wayne's status as a key figure in contemporary rap and influencing emerging artists within the genre.
Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks clever wordplay and punchlines dynamic flow for active listening
Context
By the time 'No Ceilings 3' was released in January 2020, Lil Wayne was a seasoned veteran of the rap game, following his critically acclaimed album 'Tha Carter V' from 2018. This mixtape served as a follow-up to the original 'No Ceilings' series, showcasing his enduring influence and lyrical prowess in a rapidly evolving hip-hop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Birdman· Juvenile· T.I.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 V8 2:36
  • 2 BB KING FREESTYLE Standout 4:32
  • 3 LAMAR 2:49
  • 4 FOR THE NIGHT 2:19
  • 5 SOMETHING DIFFERENT 2:51
  • 6 LIFE IS GOOD Standout 3:03
  • 7 PEGGY BUNDY 3:12
  • 8 OUT WEST 3:55
  • 9 CHURCH 4:38
  • 10 COMME DES GARCONS 2:39
  • 11 DEEP END 3:01
  • 12 DRAG EM 2:19
  • 13 DRIVE BYS 3:41
  • 14 FL4M3$ 2:44
  • 15 3 HEADED GOAT Standout 3:17
  • 16 HOLLYWOOD 2:58
  • 17 KAM 2:29
  • 18 KAMILLA 2:48
  • 19 2DIAMONDS 2:50
  • 20 AFRO 3:02

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