Swae Lee has officially released his debut solo album Same Difference, now available across all streaming platforms. Known for shaping the melodic edge of modern hip hop as one half of Rae Sremmurd, the Mississippi artist steps out on his own with a project that leans fully into his range as both a vocalist and hitmaker.
Spanning 16 tracks, Same Difference brings together a wide mix of collaborators including Jhene Aiko, Post Malone, French Montana, Nav, Rich The Kid, and Slim Jxmmi. The album balances atmospheric, melody-driven records with more traditional rap structures, reinforcing Swae Lee’s ability to move between styles without losing cohesion. “Mural,” his collaboration with Jhene Aiko, anchors the project emotionally, with an official video set to arrive shortly after the album’s release. Previously dropped singles “Flammable” and “Don’t Even Call” also appear here, helping bridge the rollout into the full body of work.
The album’s core idea is straightforward but intentional. Swae Lee frames Same Difference as a statement against creative limitation, pulling together the different sounds he has explored throughout his career into a single, unified release. That approach shows up in the sequencing, where tracks shift from introspective to high energy without feeling disconnected.
The timing of the release also matters. Rae Sremmurd’s catalog has seen a noticeable resurgence, driven by renewed interest in the late 2010s era of rap and the lasting impact of records like “Black Beatles,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks and remains a cultural reference point. That renewed attention gives Same Difference added context, positioning it as both a debut and a continuation of Swae Lee’s influence.
Outside of music, Swae Lee has continued to expand his presence through brand collaborations and crossover moments, including a Guinness World Records title tied to the release of Ninja Gaiden 4 and a limited-edition campaign with Chipotle. Those moves underscore the broader visibility he brings into this solo era.
With Same Difference now out and the “Mural” video rollout underway, Swae Lee is set to take the album to the Coachella stage this April, marking the first major live moment for this new chapter.
Tracklist:
- TOMATO TOMÁTO (SAME DIFFERENCE)
- NO CALL NO SHOW feat. Nav
- EVERYONE WANTS
- THE GOSPEL
- MURAL feat. Jhene Aiko
- SIDE EYE
- E OFF EMOTION
- SUITCASE feat. French Montana
- DON’T EVEN CALL feat. Rich The Kid
- FLAMMABLE
- FAV/ANNA
- SNEAKIER
- RAISING AWARENESS
- WORKING REMOTE feat. Slim Jxmmi
- VIOLET
- TAKE MY HEART feat. Post Malone
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