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Playboi Carti's *self-titled tape*, also known as *Playboi Carti* (2017), is the rapper's debut commercial mixtape. Released on April 14, 2017, the project played a pivotal role in establishing Carti's unique sound and persona in the rap world, blending minimalist production with his unconventional, ad-lib-heavy delivery.

The mixtape features production by prominent producers like Pi'erre Bourne and Southside, who helped craft Carti's signature atmospheric beats. It contains standout tracks like "Magnolia" and "Wokeuplikethis*," both of which became viral hits and contributed to the growth of the "SoundCloud rap" movement.

Lyrically, the project is less focused on complex storytelling and more on catchy phrases, energetic ad-libs, and repetitive hooks, which has since become Carti's stylistic hallmark. His free-form, hype-inducing delivery, combined with a lack of lyrical depth, caused some critics to criticize the project for its simplicity, while others praised its innovation and infectious energy.

The *self-titled tape* helped cement Carti's place in the genre, pushing forward his persona as a carefree, fashion-forward, and genre-defying artist.