1/18/25
Mick Jenkins Makes a Powerful Return with “Wars & Rumors of War (Freestyle)”
Mick Jenkins fans have been waiting patiently for the rapper's return, and it looks like this week might just mark the beginning of his comeback. The Chicago wordsmith drops “Wars & Rumors of War (Freestyle),” a track that wastes no time asserting his dominance.
Over aggressive production, Mick comes out swinging, using his razor-sharp lyricism to call out those who he sees as pretenders, both in the rap game and in life. With lines like, “You shine a light and n**s translucent / Type crazy no Cam Newton,” he’s making it clear that he sees through the fakes. Mick’s delivery is filled with unrelenting energy, reminding everyone of his influence and strength in the industry.
He continues with forceful bars, asserting his power and longevity: “Secondhand ns can't clock me / The s that I'm talking it's hours, no 15 minutes could ever just stop me.”* Mick Jenkins' confidence is palpable, as he emphasizes that his worth is immeasurable and not to be underestimated.
Currently, “Wars & Rumors of War (Freestyle)” is only available on YouTube, but fans are eager to hear more as he continues his journey. With an EP titled type s*** arriving exclusively on the EVEN platform this Thursday, it’s clear that Mick’s return is only getting started.
Check out “Wars & Rumors of War (Freestyle)” below, and get ready for more from one of rap’s most introspective and powerful voices.