Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter series is more than a run of albums—it’s a cornerstone of modern rap. With the recent release of Tha Carter VI, Wayne returns with glimpses of his former glory. His lyrical sharpness is still intact, and he delivers standout verses that remind listeners why he's one of the most influential rappers of all time.

And no—this isn’t about taking anything away from the West Coast. California defined the look, the lifestyle, the laid-back flavor that made G-Funk so special. But a lot of the sound—the stuff that made heads jump and speakers thump—was Ohio-made.

That line, delivered with aching honesty, captures the duality of Sammie’s experience. He achieved artistic transcendence, yet feels haunted by the cost. He still bears the weight of disobeying his father,  even if his path led to glory. In doing so, the film complicates the notion of success, suggesting that the pursuit of one's calling—especially in the face of generational trauma and spiritual fear—always carries a price.