Hip hop fans were not disappointed with this year’s Rolling Loud California festival held at the Hollywood Park Grounds in Inglewood, California. The three-day festival kicked off on Friday, March 3, and dozens of chart-topping artists put on a show for the sea of fans gathered. However, the highlight of the event took place on Saturday, March 4.
Lil Wayne, who had a slew of talent to call upon, ran through his hour-long set with chart-topping cuts such as “Blunt Blowin,” “I’m Goin In,” “Rich as F**k,” “Duffle Bag Boy,” “Mrs. Officer,” and “Lollipop.” Halfway through his performance, the crowd went wild when Nicki Minaj made a surprise appearance, sending fans into a frenzy. Together, Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj performed “High School” and “Truffle Butter,” and the rapper also hit the mic for a snippet of “Super Freaky Girl.”
Last year, Nicki Minaj made history as the first female artist to take top billing at the festival. This year has also been a big one for the Queens emcee, as she dropped her latest music offering, “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” and announced that she launched her record label.
Other artists who hit the stage included Playboi Carti, Future, Lil Uzi Vert, and Travis Scott, who performed the fan-favorite record “Praise God.” According to music executive Sylvia Rhone, the Epic Records signee is expected to have a new album out this summer.
City Girls also teased new music at the festival. Yung Miami and JT had all eyes locked on them as they made their way through a half-hour set jam-packed with hits like “Take Yo Man,” “Rodeo,” “Where the Bag At,” and “Act Up.” The rap duo also previewed new music when they blessed onlookers with a quick sample of a track titled “Piñata.” Yung Miami confirmed that a new City Girls album could be delivered as early as this spring.
The Rolling Loud California festival was a hit among hip hop fans, and the performances by Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, and City Girls were nothing short of amazing. With new music and albums expected from these artists, fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming months.
