![]() But with both recent mixtapes as well as recent projects, Wayne has set the bar very low. He doesn’t know, but he concludes by saying being Lil Wayne is “amazing.” Is this just contentment or a positive outlook on things to come, like the entertaining, but flawed Dedication 5 is? Fans could speculate, but it's much easier to realize how refreshing it is to hear Lil Wayne sounding like he gives a damn." Corban Goble of Pitchfork Media gave the mixtape a 5.1 out of 10, saying "Though he’s still got an ear for the beat and can manipulate his flow to fit- and, again, most of these bars are rapped without rehearsal, so adjust your mindset accordingly- Dedication 5 is uneven, front-heavy, and too long for one sitting. On one of the final tracks, Lil Wayne is asked if he considers himself a living legend. If he can find recapture the consistency from that same era, he won’t have to apologize to his fans for much longer." Brian Josephs of XXL gave the mixtape an L, saying "Surprisingly, one of the more intriguing moments of Dedication 5 comes in a skit. Occasionally, the YMCMB head honcho shows that he still has a portion of the skills that earned him his spot among rap’s elite. Ketchum III of HipHopDX gave the mixtape a positive review, saying "To Wayne’s credit, Dedication 5 is the best the series has showcased since its legendary sequel from seven years ago, even if it pales in comparison. Critical reception Professional ratings Review scoresĭedication 5 was met with positive reviews from music critics. ![]() The graphic artwork of Dedication 5 was made by the graphics team Oll圜arterzGFX (Olly Tas and Abidul Ahad). The mixtape was later pushed back two days and was released on September 1, 2013, at 12AM PST. On August 25, 2013, it was announced the mixtape would be released on August 30, 2013. On August 14, 2013, Lil Wayne hinted on his Twitter account that the mixtape would be finished in 10 days after he was asked by a fan. ![]() Mack Maine intensified the topic when he tweeted D5 hinting the tape would be soon released. b patient." hinting that the mixtape was still in development. Later that day DJ Drama confirmed on his Twitter that the mixtape is coming by stating: "Yup. ![]() On JLil Wayne released a freestyle over Ace Hood's hit ”Bugatti” instrumental featuring fellow Young Money artist Boo, which was later confirmed to be the first song from Dedication 5. ![]()
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