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With new songs, Meek Mill is making a bit of a stir and literally asking his followers what he should do next. The persistent rapper from Philadelphia has shared a video of his new aggressive lines and asked people for their views, if they want his ‘pack’ of songs to grow, through the caption. The response was instantaneous and mainly involved requests for more music from him, thus confirming his close relationship with the fans.
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Well, Meek Mill has just appeared with… let’s say, a truckload of energy. The recording he posted shows nothing more than his rough and unpolished verses. He is touching on topics like trust, loyalty, money, and the toll that comes with being in the limelight. The atmosphere is dark, serious, and very draining, just as Meek has always depicted it. He wraps up the clip by saying, ‘all this fan stuff is tiring’ and ‘people telling you lies’ is what he imagines. That is quite hard to digest. But that leads us to the subtitle? A complete reversal. ‘Post a comment if you want more packkkkkk!’ with a bunch of fire emojis after it. It is as if he, absorbed all the anxiety and then, squeezed it out through the songs, and now, he is very relaxed and simply asking if we want more. And the answer is a definite yes.
In the comment section, the answers were not only affirmative but also quite pointed and very specific. The crowd did not just say ‘yes.’ They were picking the wanted genre of the upcoming music. A user went straight and said, ‘Another 4 packkkkk is definitely needed,’ referring to the artist’s previous ‘4/4’ EPs. That led to a mini discussion under the post. One observer replied by saying, ‘no, that 4 pack was a lowkey classic we need e.p. or mixtape or something.’ Another one emerged with quite a different opinion and was like, ‘a full album will do!!’ It is truly fascinating. It implies that the listeners are not only worried about if he releases, but also about what actually is released. They have their preferences. They still remember the past works. That is not just the backing; that is a group of dreamers with hopes and expectations.
When the music topic came up, there were a few people whose different views from the rest showed how Meek Mill was perceived by the general public. One comment was ‘Meek got me through a lot of shit!!!’, to be honest, it is a very unambiguous description of his career for a lot of people and that is the power of it. His songs often reflect struggles and triumphs and hence, such a comment is very powerful. It is not all good times; it is tough life, and he is the one to provide the soundtrack. Another one from an actor-in-making, Kunle, was a reminder of how such major artists not only have the power but also the obligation to help people realize their dreams, even if they do not belong to the music world, thus, some believe he is their only source of opportunity.
Then there was a user claiming: ‘He is really me in an older version … keep leading big bro.’ This indicates Meek’s role as an archetype or a guide especially for those who share the same past with him. He is not a rapper any longer but a lighthouse showing one possible way through. And, of course, the hypes-men were around, like the one who said, ‘THAT’S THE IN MY BAG MEEK!! I HEAR YOU! GOT THAT HUNGER SPIRIT IN YOUR RAPS.’ Vibe in the comments was undoubtedly in sync with the fire emojis in the caption.
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So, what’s the verdict? Judging by the avalanche of comments, the response to Meek’s dilemma is a resounding and firm YES. The public demand is for another pack or an EP or a mixtape or an album—formless though it may be, they just want more of the raw and relatable vibe he is only just now showing. The short video did its job. It stirred things up, got everyone talking, and proved that Meek Mill’s voice was still loud above the noise. He asked a simple question, and the audience imposed upon him a very explicit order. It is now up to him to write the next chapter. Fans are also excited for his Philly homecoming show. This follows his recent announcement of additional Philadelphia show tickets. The artist also recently teased a new album with a cryptic message and announced new music with Fridayy after a Grammy nomination.
