Cordae Drops Highly Anticipated Single 'Saturday Mornings' Featuring Lil Wayne

Last week Cordae dropped his new single, Saturday Mornings  featuring Lil Wayne. 

One listener noted, “Wayne and Cordae are two different generations proving that real bars will always matter! Such a good song.” Another wrote “When I saw Corday feat Lil Wayne, I thought this was gonna be the collab of the year. After listening, it’s the song of the year.”

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The track captures a sense of simplicity and introspection.  A soulful sample that sets a reflective mood combined with dynamic contributions from both artists. Let’s take a closer look to see why exactly this release was so highly anticipated. 

Cordae, raised in Maryland known for his lyrical depth and versatile style, has been a prominent topic of conversation in the modern rap scene. Cordae’s career trajectory has been nothing short of impressive with three GRAMMY® nominations and an Emmy Award under his belt.

Cordae’s first album, "The Lost Boy" was recognised for its depth. "From a Birds Eye View" built on this success and showcased his growth as an artist. His work with Eminem and Stevie Wonder added different flavours to his music, further establishing his range and versatility. 

“Saturday Mornings” coming after almost a year of silence, with us wondering where he’s been. This single marks a fresh chapter in Cordae’s career, blending his lyrical pen with Lil Wayne’s legendary flow.

The track’s production Produced by Boogz, known for his work with Kanye West and Drake, features a soulful sample that sets a nostalgic tone, perfectly matching the theme of Saturday Mornings. The beat echos a sense of ease and reflection, while Cordae and Lil Wayne deliver their verses with smooth precision.

"I'm dealing with a lot of problems, I know if y'all can relate Feeling like Rod Wave, I got a lot on my plate And I can really use a stress reliever 'Cause where I'm from they catchin' bullets like the best receivers"

The opening verse from Cordae setting the tone for the next 2:37 seconds.

His lyrics reflect his journey and the reality that people don't always talk about 'Bought a new fuckin' crib, but that shit is in escrow 'Cause my credit score low as my self-esteem, but I grow' married with Lil Wayne continuing the momentum with impactful verse like "I need more real love and less fake laughs. I wear this mean mug like a facemask.

She give me real love with that fake ass. It fit me like a glove, OJ hands."

The official music video directed by longtime collaborator APLUS, captures the song’s nostalgia.

In the opening scene Cordae smartly showcases his brand by naming the cereal placed on the kitchen table - HILevel. The brand he describes on Instagram as "a family, way of life, and record label."

Now imagine a Saturday morning: the sun shining into the kitchen, parents out, it’s just you with the TV and as much cereal as you want. The kid in the scene turns on a 1970's Philco Ford, where most channels are just static—something many of us can probably relate to from our own childhood memories. Eventually, he finds a channel that zooms in capturing BTS of Cordae and performance shots on an old-school film tape. This nostalgic setup evokes the simplicity of childhood, when TV options were limited and those rare moments alone with the TV and cereal felt like pure, uncomplicated joy.

Official artwork

This isn’t the first time Cordae and Lil Wayne have linked up. Their previous collaboration, “Sinister,” was a success and showcased their dynamic synergy. The return to the studio for “Saturday Mornings” reaffirms how there individual soundscape styles compliment each other. 

The song’s retro feel, layered lyrics, and polished sound has been well-received by both audiences and reviewers.

It’s safe to say the ‘wait was worth it.” This release signifies prioritising growth and change whilst at the same time taking time to reflect on the simpler days.