Here is the official tracklist for Still Praying , showcasing the distinct 14 tracks that make up the mixtape’s 37-minute runtime:
Staying true to his roots, Gunn limited features strictly to the Griselda inner circle and close associates: Conway the Machine Benny the Butcher Stove God Cooks Boldy James Rome Streetz Westside Pootie (Gunn's daughter) Full Tracklist
Feature spots from rising underground lyricists inject fresh energy into the tracklist.
At the corner, a kid skated by, blasting a mixtape with a line Zip had said years ago on it — a line he didn’t remember saying, but recognized anyway. Zip smiled without meaning to. He mouthed the refrain the crowd had chanted: Still praying. Then he zipped his jacket, turned his collar up against the new chill, and started down the block toward the studio. westside gunn still prayingzip
Still Praying : Westside Gunn’s Griselda Gospel of Resilience
, Gunn remains the undisputed curator of "Luxury Art Rap." This project isn't just an album; it’s a high-fashion exhibit set in a gritty Buffalo alleyway. 1. The Sonic Aesthetic: Dusty Grime meets High Fashion
With "still praying" as a thematic backbone, Westside Gunn continues to demonstrate that he is not just a rapper, but an auteur of the modern street-rap genre. His ability to blend high-fashion luxury with the lowest, grittiest corners of the urban landscape keeps his sound fresh, yet firmly rooted in the tradition of NYC boom-bap [1]. Whether or not a formal project with this title is released, the sentiment defines his current trajectory: still rapping, still producing, and still, in his own way, praying. Here is the official tracklist for Still Praying
Striking a balance between longtime collaborators like Daringer and Conductor Williams, alongside fresh avant-garde beatmakers.
is more than just a new project from Westside Gunn – it's a statement of purpose, a declaration of faith, and a testament to the transformative power of hip-hop. With its innovative sound, thought-provoking lyrics, and unyielding spirit, the project solidifies Gunn's position as a leading figure in the hip-hop world.
: The album’s visual identity is deeply tied to professional wrestling, originally featuring late wrestler Sid Eudy on the cover. However, due to legal pressure from WWE in late 2025/early 2026, the artwork was updated to feature Joshua Bishop , the first wrestler signed to Gunn’s own 4THROPE promotion. He mouthed the refrain the crowd had chanted: Still praying
The thematic art direction pays direct homage to hardcore professional wrestling. The project’s official cover art prominently features the late legendary wrestler (known globally to fans as Sid Vicious and Sycho Sid), who passed away shortly before the album's announcement. Gunn used the mixtape to dedicate his art to fallen friends and collaborators, writing on his Instagram that the tape represents the beginning of a brand-new era for Griselda Records.
After shifting his sound with the trap-heavy And Then You Pray for Me , Westside Gunn has officially returned to the gritty, dusty, and luxurious boom-bap that built the Griselda empire. Released on November 1, 2024, isn't just another mixtape; it’s a homecoming curated by the Flygod himself and hosted by the legendary DJ Drama. A Return to the Griselda Roots
Flygod is an awesome god. Go pray, but do it legally.