South Africa’s hip-hop powerhouse Nasty C has officially dropped his highly anticipated 5th studio album, FREE, out now via his own independent label Tall Racks Records.

ITS FINALLY OUT!! #FREE TELL A FRIEND

— IVYSON (@Nasty_CSA) September 12, 2025

The 15-track project sees the multi-award-winning rapper, songwriter, and producer step into a new era of independence, creating boldly on his own terms. Featuring collaborations with Blxckie, Usimamane, and more, FREE is both a sonic evolution and a declaration of self-liberation.

“With this album I feel very free,” Nasty C shares. “Free to create and express myself however I want. Releasing this project on my own label, Tall Racks, just means a lot. It speaks to freedom.”

From hard-hitting rap anthems like Psychic to introspective gems like Head Up, the album balances bravado with vulnerability. Current single Leftie featuring Blxckie showcases Nasty C’s lyrical sharpness, while Soft featuring Usimamane celebrates the hustle and perseverance.

Beyond the music, Nasty C has kept fans talking with his “odd jobs” experiment – working shifts at a grocery store, mechanic’s shop, and barbershop – a move that reflects the grounded spirit of FREE.

With over 1 billion streams, nearly 2M monthly listeners on Spotify, and a global fan base stretching across continents, Nasty C continues to redefine African hip hop for the world stage.

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