Lil Wayne has been holding things down for more than two decades. The iconic rap star’s lengthy career was built on not only hot songs and platinum albums, but also classic mixtapes. Mixtapes, which have continued to showcase the Fireman’s ability to outrap the competition, have played an undeniable role in his ascent to one of the greatest artists of his generation. Fresh off of the release of the third installment of Wayne’s cult classic tape No Ceilings, ULTRA takes a trip down memory lane with some of the best of Mixtape Weezy.
The Dedication 2
Hosted By: DJ Drama
Year Released: 2006
Highlights: “Georgia Bush”; “Cannon”
No Ceilings
Hosted By: No host
Year Released: 2009
Highlights: “Swag Surf”; “Wasted”
Da Drought 3
Hosted By: DJ Khaled
Year Released: 2007
Highlights: “We Takin’ Over”; “Upgrade”
The Dedication
Hosted By: DJ Drama
Year Released: 2005
Highlights: “Down and Out”
Lil Weezy Ana Vol. 1
Hosted By: Raj Smoove
Year Released: 2006
Highlights: “Show Me What You Got”
Sorry 4 the Wait 2
Hosted By: No host
Year Released: 2015
Highlights: “Coco”; “Used To” featuring Drake
No Ceilings 3
Hosted By: DJ Khaled
Year Released: 2020
Highlights: “BB King Freestyle” featuring Drake; “Lamar”
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