French Montana recently made headlines for releasing five different versions of his latest mixtape, Mac & Cheese 5, totaling 126 songs. The 39-year-old rapper explained that he drew inspiration from Taylor Swift, who is known for dropping multiple editions of her albums.
In a recent interview, Montana revealed that he followed Swift's lead after witnessing her release eight versions of her album. He stated that he wanted to cater to his fans' diverse preferences by offering explicit, clean, sped-up, slowed-down, a capella, and instrumental versions of his mixtape.
Montana emphasized that each version served a specific purpose, such as providing instrumentals for DJs and clean versions for a wider audience. He also acknowledged that other big stars have adopted a similar strategy of releasing multiple versions of their records, which he found intriguing and strategic.
Swift, known for her meticulous album releases, has a history of offering various editions of her music. For instance, her previous album, Midnights, featured four different colored vinyl releases, each with unique cover art that formed a cohesive theme when combined.
Swift's upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, is set to continue this trend with multiple editions, including bonus tracks for different versions. Fans have been eagerly anticipating the album's release, speculating on its themes and connections to Swift's personal life.
Overall, Montana's decision to release multiple versions of his mixtape reflects a growing trend in the music industry, where artists like Swift have set a precedent for offering diverse and engaging content to their audiences.
