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, released on October 20, 2023, through

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and Universal Music Group. The album was preceded by six singles: " Good Love" featuring

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, "I Need a Thug", "Piñata", "No Bars", "Face Down" and "Flashy" with

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. The album also enlists guest appearances from Juicy J,

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and

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Critical reception

'' Variety'' gave the album a positive review, praising the authenticity of its message. Jada Vernon, for ''Respect My Region'', praised the versatility of styles and emotions displayed throughout the album. Maria Sherman, for Associated Press, gave a positive review, highlighting "the no-skip, smooth transitions" of the album. Alphonse Pierre of '' Pitchfork'' commented that the title is "an attempt to convince the music world that their X-rated anthems of tricking and scamming haven't lost any edge" as the duo are "on a mission to regain their spot as the dirtiest, most provocative hitmakers in rap. Too bad they sound too splintered to get there" as "they don't feel like they're on the same wavelength nearly often enough".

Critical reception

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