Thundercat ‘It Is What It Is
Thundercat album ‘It Is What It Is
Thundercat is back with new music this morning a full studio album ‘It Is What It Is’ the man never dissapoints. The New Album ‘It Is What It Is’ futures likes of Steve Lacy, Steve Arrington, Ty Dolla Sign, Lil B, Childish Gambino, Kamasi Washington, BADBADNOTGOOD, Louis Cole, Flying Lotus, and comedian Zack Fox. this album was dedicated to thundercat friend MacMiller.
Artist : Thundercat
Genre : funk, acid jazz, Electronica and RNb
Album : ‘It Is What It Is
Label : Brainfeeder
Instruments : Bass guitar vocals keyboard and drums
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It Is What It Is is Thundercat’s fourth studio album — a shimmering blend of jazz, funk, R&B, and emotional reflection. It follows his Grammy-winning Drunk (2017) and showcases his signature mix of humor, vulnerability, and virtuosic bass playing.
The album was co-executive produced by Flying Lotus and features guest appearances from Childish Gambino, Steve Lacy, Steve Arrington, Kamasi Washington, Louis Cole, Ty Dolla $ign, and Lil B.
The title and emotional tone of the project were heavily influenced by the death of rapper Mac Miller, one of Thundercat’s close friends — lending a bittersweet undercurrent throughout.
Notable Tracks
- Lost In Space / Great Scott / 22-26 – A spacey, melancholic intro that sets the mood for introspection.
- Innerstellar Love – Blends cosmic jazz and funk with complex rhythm changes.
- I Love Louis Cole – An energetic, synth-heavy jam paying tribute to his collaborator and friend.
- Black Qualls (feat. Steve Lacy, Steve Arrington & Childish Gambino) – A funky anthem about self-assurance and Black identity in modern America.
- Dragonball Durag – Playful and quirky, mixing humor with Thundercat’s flirtatious, nerdy charm.
- Fair Chance (feat. Ty Dolla $ign & Lil B) – A heartfelt dedication to Mac Miller, exploring grief and loss.
- Funny Thing – A short, infectious funk groove made for dance floors.
- It Is What It Is (feat. Pedro Martins) – The closing track is a meditative acceptance of life and death — a fitting emotional resolution.
Enjoy the music and stay Quarantined
