YoungstaCPT Returns With The Final Release Of His Mixtape Trilogy '33 Y?EARS AHEAD OF TIME'

Cape Town-bred Hip-Hop giant, YoungstaCPT returns with the final release of his mixtape trilogy, '33 Y?EARS AHEAD OF TIME'. 

The tape marks a pivotal moment in his career. This is his 35th release to date, and it blends fresh sounds, growth, and international collaborations while reflecting on his journey as a young adult.

On this mixtape, YoungstaCPT explores a more upbeat, high-tempo sound than his previous projects, designed to capture the essence of South African summertime.

The mixtape combines feel-good music with introspective tracks like No Country for Old Men and Lone Wolf, offering a glimpse into his evolution as both an artist and a person.

For YoungstaCPT, 33 is not just a mixtape, but a reflection of where he’s at in life.

“It’s my current age. It’s where I’m at in my life right now. I think it can also be enjoyed by a mature audience because you can hear maturity. You can hear growth & experience as a young adult moving into the mid-life phase of my time. Maybe these are my last prime years so whatever I do now I’m giving it all that I’ve got but with new wisdom and experience”

Some of the standout tracks on the project include Sin City, Compass, and Mochi. Each song has its unique appeal. Sin City and Compass are throwback West Coast-style tracks, a sound YoungstaCPT hasn’t explored in a while, and he’s thrilled to hear himself on that vibe once again. Meanwhile, Mochi takes a different approach with a fun, sexy, and slightly x-rated tone, showcasing a playful side that contrasts with his usual street-based material.

A key feature of 33 is the wide array of international collaborations, with producers from around the world contributing to the project. YoungstaCPT had the opportunity to work with Kross, a producer he met in Cape Town and later linked up with in the U.S. 

“Our chemistry was already strong from the start, so the process was smooth, especially on tracks like ‘Let Him Cook,’” he says. 

The mixtape also features contributions from Cartunez, a producer he’s been collaborating with online, with the track No Country for Old Men marking the beginning of a new musical partnership. Additionally, Trigga from the U.K. was responsible for two of YoungstaCPT’s favorite tracks, The Compass and Mochi.

In addition to the exciting producer collaborations, the mixtape’s mixing and mastering was handled by Shaney Jay at Y?GEN Studios, marking a significant milestone for the artist.

"This is the first complete body of work to come out of Y?GEN Studios from start to finish, and it feels great knowing I was so involved in every stage of the process," says YoungstaCPT. “Shaney Jay did an incredible job engineering the project, and I’m really proud of the result. It’s been a real accomplishment for me and the whole team.”

Looking ahead, YoungstaCPT promises more music in 2025, with plans for more mixtapes and collaborations. 

“Inshallah, I’m already working on new material, and there’s a lot more to come. I’ll also be doing live shows, so fans can expect a lot of energy on the road.”

Stream '33 Y?EARS AHEAD OF TIME' below: