16*29

16*29
Artwork for the single "Bankroll"
Mixtape by
ReleasedUnreleased
Recorded2015–2024
StudioVarious, including London sessions
GenreHip-hop
Length49 minutes (approx.)
Producer

16*29 is an unreleased collaborative mixtape by the American rappers Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti. Despite multiple leaks, recorded tracks, and a planned tour, the mixtape was never officially released and is considered scrapped, though periodic updates from the artists have sustained fan interest.[1] The title 16*29 is believed to reference the artists' respective neighborhoods: Lil Uzi Vert's 1600 block in North Philadelphia and Playboi Carti's 2900 section in Atlanta.[2]

Background and leaks

Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti rose to prominence in the mid-2010s with their innovative blend of trap, punk, and cloud rap. Their chemistry was evident in early collaborations, such as "Wokeuplikethis" and "Lookin'" from Carti's self-titled debut commercial mixtape (2017), which featured Uzi and set the stage for a joint project.[3] The concept of 16*29 was first teased in September 2017 when Carti posted a Snapchat featuring punk rock band The Damned, captioned "Carti Uzi Tape * Uzi Carti Tape * 16.29.".[3][4]

Several tracks associated with 16*29 leaked between 2018 and 2023, including "Bankroll", which appeared on DP Beats' DponTheBeat Vol 3 in February 2018 after leaking earlier that month.[5][6] "Break the Bank" also surfaced, believed to be the lead track for the mixtape.[2] A 2023 leak, "Pass It", was briefly uploaded to Uzi's YouTube channel before being replaced with a track featuring Don Toliver.[1]

Recording and development

Recording for 16*29 reportedly began in 2015, with Carti claiming in a 2017 interview that the duo had recorded around 100 tracks together.[3] In a February 2022 livestream with Adin Ross, Uzi stated that approximately 40 songs were recorded specifically for 16*29 during sessions in London, but the files were no longer accessible.[7] Producers involved included Chinatown, Brandon Finessin, Bugz Ronin, DP Beats, Lukrative, Oogie Mane, Outtatown, and Pi'erre Bourne, known for their work with both artists.[5] Tracks such as "Bankroll", produced by DP Beats, "Big Bank" and "Break the Bank" were among the first to leak in 2018, showcasing the project's energetic, bass-heavy sound.[5][2][8]

Tour and cancellation

In October 2017, Uzi and Carti announced the 16*29 Tour, an 18-city tour with support from G Herbo and SOB x RBE, intended to promote the mixtape.[9] The tour was set to include stops in Houston, Memphis, and Boston but was canceled days after its announcement when Uzi withdrew, citing a need to "focus" via a Twitter post.[10] The cancellation sparked rumors of a falling-out, though Uzi later claimed in 2019 that he physically fought Carti to squash their beef, suggesting their issues were resolved.[11]

Scrapping and later developments

By late 2017, 16*29 remained unreleased as tensions between Uzi and Carti emerged, with no official updates on the project's status during this period.[2] Renewed collaboration in 2021 during sessions for Uzi's Pink Tape (2023) and Carti's unreleased Narcissist project revived interest.[12] In March 2023, Uzi reignited speculation by posting an Instagram Story tagging Carti, captioned, "Me and my luv about 2 take over the world".[1] In March 2025, Carti described that Music (2025) faced delays due to sample clearance issues but praised Uzi's contribution on tracks "Jumpin" and "Twin Trim", keeping the possibility of a joint release alive.[13]

Track listing

No official tracklist for 16*29 has been released, but the following tracks have been associated with the project through leaks:

  • "Bankroll"
  • "Break the Bank"
  • "Throw It Up"
  • "Super Soaker"
  • "Squad"
  • "Big Bank"[14]

Personnel

Credits taken from Genius page.[‡ 1]

Musicians

Production

References

  1. ^ a b c Kearns, Sarah (March 20, 2023). "Lil Uzi Vert Continues To Tease Unreleased Music With Playboi Carti". Hypebeast. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  2. ^ a b c d Mckinney, Jessica (April 27, 2020). "Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti's Complicated History Together". Complex. Archived from the original on September 22, 2024. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  3. ^ a b c Acevedo, Kai (March 25, 2020). "What Happened to Playboi Carti and Lil Uzi Vert's Joint Project 16*29?". XXL Mag. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  4. ^ Rolli, Bryan (September 18, 2017). "Playboi Carti Teases Joint Mixtape with Lil Uzi Vert on Snapchat". Billboard. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  5. ^ a b c Darvill, Jordan (November 17, 2016). "Lil Uzi Vert and Playboi Carti share "Bankroll"". The Fader. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  6. ^ Penrose, Nerisha (February 21, 2018). "Lil Uzi Vert & Playboi Carti Tease Joint Mixtape With New Song 'Bankroll': Listen". Billboard. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
  7. ^ Ellington, Andre (March 19, 2023). "Lil Uzi Vert Teases New Music With Playboi Carti". HipHopDX. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  8. ^ Centeno, Tony M. CentenoTony M. (March 18, 2020). "Lil Uzi Vert Retweets Unreleased Playboi Carti Collab Song: Listen". XXL Mag. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
  9. ^ Borba, Ryan (October 18, 2017). "Lil Uzi Vert And Playboi Carti Announce Co-Bill". Pollstar News. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  10. ^ Penrose, Nerisha (October 19, 2017). "Lil Uzi Vert Won't Be Heading on Tour With Playboi Carti". Billboard. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  11. ^ Eustice, Kyle (April 25, 2020). "Lil Uzi Vert Claims He Fought Playboi Carti To Squash 'Beef'". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on March 18, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  12. ^ Garrigan, Quinn. "Everything We Know About Playboi Carti's "Narcissist"". The Forest Scout. Archived from the original on September 1, 2024. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  13. ^ Lafontant, Olivier (March 14, 2025). "5 Takeaways From Playboi Carti's New Album Music". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  14. ^ Woods, Aleia WoodsAleia (April 13, 2020). "Lil Uzi Vert Tweets "Playboi Carti" and Then Deletes It". XXL Mag. Retrieved May 25, 2025.

Primary sources

  1. ^ "Lil Uzi Vert & Playboi Carti - 16*29 Lyrics and Tracklist". Genius. December 10, 2023. Archived from the original on December 10, 2023. Retrieved May 23, 2025.