J.I.D RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM GOD DOES LIKE UGLY

FEATURING CLIPSE, CIARA, DON TOLIVER, TY DOLLA $IGN, VINCE STAPLES, 6LACK, EARTHGANG, JESSIE REYEZ, BABY KIA, MEREBA, AND PASTOR TROY

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY CHRISTO

J.I.D by NASKADEMINI — Download album assets HERE

8 AUGUST 2025 (TORONTO, ON) – Platinum-selling, multi-Grammy nominated rapper, J.I.D releases his highly anticipated fourth studio album, God Does Like Ugly — out now via Dreamille Records/Interscope Records. Executive produced by longtime collaborator Christo, God Does Like Ugly presents a meticulously crafted collection from an artist who’s relentlessly worked on his talents. It’s fervent in nature, feverish in its production, and a fantastic listen in its entirety — offering something for every hip hop enthusiast; whether you crave intricate lyricism and head-nodding beats, smooth melodic R&B-infused tracks, or thunderous anthems designed to ignite mosh pits on tour.

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God Does Like Ugly showcases an impressive roster of collaborators carefully selected by J.I.D to create the rich sonic landscape of God Does Like Ugly. It showcases musical talents representing nearly every region crucial to hip hop’s musical geography. Opening the project with his commanding presence, Westside Gunn's distinctive vocals immediately captivate listeners on “YouUgly”, establishing the album's bold artistic direction from the first moments. On “Sk8” it’s an homage to Atlanta’s distinctive sound and features hometown heroes EARTHGANG and the dulcet tones of Ciara. The project also features the first ever, new, Clipse verses on “Community” alongside J.I.D speak to make it out from hard times. Rounding out the album are some of J.I.D’s previous collaborators and peers including Ty Dolla $ign, Vince Staples, 6lack, Don Toliver, Jessie Reyez, Mereba, Baby Kia and Atlanta rap legend Pastor Troy who all bring their distinctive talents to a body of work that will stand strong among J.I.D’s already impressive catalog.

For full tracklisting information and special guest features, see below:

God Does Like Ugly — Tracklisting:

YouUgly (ft. Westside Gunn)
Glory
WRK
Community (ft. Clipse)
Gz
VCRs (ft. Vince Staples)
Sk8 (ft. Ciara & EARTHGANG)
What We On (ft. Don Toliver)
Wholeheartedly (ft. Ty Dolla $ign & 6LACK)
No Boo (ft. Jessie Reyez)
And We Vibing (Interlude)
On McAfee (ft. Baby Kia)
Of Blue (ft. Mereba)
K-Word (ft. Pastor Troy)
For Keeps

As the final notes fade, listeners are left with more than just music – they carry forward the emotional journey, social commentary, and artistic innovation that have become J.I.D's hallmarks.

It not only cements J.I.D’s place among hip-hop's elite but redefines what's possible within the genre. Seamlessly blending technical virtuosity with profound storytelling, he creates a sonic experience that resonates across generations while remaining distinctly his own. God Does Like Ugly stands as both a powerful statement in the present and a timeless contribution to hip-hop's ever-evolving legacy.

ABOUT J.I.D:
Born and raised in East Atlanta, Grammy nominated J.I.D grew up on his parents’ collection of classic funk/soul LPs, and broke onto the scene with his 2015 EP, DiCaprio. The EP saw him collaborating with hip-hop duo EARTHGANG, whom he’d previously joined on a 2014 tour. Spotted here by J. Cole, J.I.D was promptly signed to Dreamville/Interscope Records. Soon after the signing, J.I.D made his major-label debut with the widely celebrated The Never Story (2017) which was quickly followed by the critically acclaimed album DiCaprio 2 (2018). The sophomore project received major looks from press and tastemakers like Rolling Stone, Billboard, FADER, NPR and helped induct the rapper to the year’s XXL’s Freshmen class. In 2019, J.I.D continued his momentum as rap’s most exciting additions with stellar contributions on Dreamville’s Platinum certified compilation Revenge of the Dreamers III which went on to debut #1 on the Billboard Top 200 charts and received multiple GRAMMY nominations including “Best Rap Album” and “Best Rap Performance.” J.I.D began working on his follow up effort The Forever Story (2022) during this time all while selling out venues and festival stages across the world and lending his rap stylings to peer projects including the Grammy nominated Planet HER by Doja Cat as well as Dua Lipa, Denzel Curry and more recently John Legend and Joey Badass. The Forever Story debuted at #12 on the Billboard Hot 200 has been critically acclaimed as a “classic” (Clash) and one of the year’s “best rap albums” (GQ, The Ringer). Almost a year after its release, a cut from the record — the infectious track “Surround Sound” — soar to viral acclaim with its own TikTok challenge and ended the year in the #1 position across Billboard Viral 50, TikTok Viral and TikTok 50. The song featuring Atlanta natives 21 Savage and Baby Tate re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 charts and is certified 3x Platinum. A highly anticipated live performer, J.I.D has sold out venues across the globe and played some of the biggest festival stages including Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Splendour in The Grass and more. J.I.D’s nimble, head-nodding lyricism and lightning fast flow has awarded him a loyal and cult-like fanbase and his dedication to perfecting the art is sportsman-like, leaving room for him to be one of rap’s greatest in the making.

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