a masterpiece crafted by Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist.

When you put one of the most gifted lyricists in the game in the same room as one of the most legendary producers alive, you know something special is about to happen—and Alfredo delivers beyond expectations.

The album opens with 1985, driven by a heavy electric guitar sample—a bold and uncommon choice in rap, as guitars can easily overpower vocals. But here, it elevates Freddie’s flow. Instead of clashing, the beat and bars move together in perfect harmony. From there, Freddie takes us on a cinematic journey through his past, the hardships he’s endured, and the man he’s become.

On tracks like God Is Perfect and Babies & Fools, he opens up about his spirituality, reflecting on moments when his life was on the line and how he hopes God is still walking with him. It’s vulnerable, it’s powerful—it’s real.

Scottie Beam feels like a warning shot. It’s Freddie reminding the world that he’s unfuckwithable. He speaks on betrayal, resilience, and the weight of his experiences. Then Rick Ross steps in and delivers one of the best verses of his career—rich in braggadocio, but never cringy. It’s smooth, sharp, and soaked in luxury.

Look at Me flips the energy. Freddie slows it down over a stripped-back beat with no kicks, just a haunting bass guitar. It’s a beat most rappers wouldn’t dare touch—but Freddie bends his flow around it with precision, switching pace and delivery effortlessly. It’s artistry.

And then there’s Frank Lucas with Benny the Butcher. Finally, the collab we’d been waiting for—and they do notdisappoint. Benny’s verse is razor-sharp, laced with slick wordplay and gritty realism. It’s one of his best, period.

What makes Alfredo so special is how fresh it feels. Freddie never plays it safe—he thrives in unfamiliar territory, gliding over unorthodox beats like it’s second nature. And it works, because both he and Alchemist are painters in their own right. Freddie paints vivid, raw, and emotional pictures with his words, while Alchemist gives those pictures life, color, and depth with every instrumental.

There’s no hesitation when I say this: Alfredo is a modern classic.