2 Alivë, also stylized as 2 Alive, is the second album by the American rapper Yeat. It came out on February 18, 2022, through Geffen Records, Interscope Records, Field Trip Recordings, Listen To The Kids, and Twizzy Rich.
The album includes features from artists like Young Thug, Gunna, Yung Kayo, Ken Carson, and SeptembersRich. The lead single, “Still Countin,” dropped on February 11, 2022. Additionally, a deluxe edition called “2 Alive (Geek Pack)” was released on April 1, 2022, featuring Lil Uzi Vert and Lancey Foux.
Release and Promotion:
2 Alive is a follow-up to Yeat’s album “Alive” from April 2021 and was announced shortly after the release of his September 2021 album, “Up 2 Me.” Although Yeat initially mentioned a January 2022 release date, he postponed it to include an additional feature. The official release date was finally announced on February 13, and the album’s tracklist was shared on February 16, following a leak on the same day. Yeat also revealed a supporting tour for the album, scheduled from April 8 to May 9.
Commercial Success:
In its first week, “2 Alive” sold 35,000 album-equivalent units and debuted at number 6 on the US Billboard 200 chart. This marked Yeat’s first album to enter the top ten in the United States.
Singles:
The album’s single, “Still Countin,” was released on February 11, 2022, along with a music video on the Lyrical Lemonade channel, directed by Cole Bennett. Notably, this collaboration marked Cole Bennett’s first video featuring two songs, including visuals for “Still Countin” and the album’s intro track, “Poppin.”
Critical Reception:
Reviews of “2 Alivë” vary. David Aaron Brake of HipHopDX gave it a positive review, praising Yeat’s precision and his understanding of what the audience desires. He stated that the album, while not groundbreaking, demonstrates Yeat’s mastery in delivering what rap enthusiasts appreciate.
Alphonse Pierre of Pitchfork provided a more mixed review, acknowledging that Yeat didn’t introduce entirely novel elements in his work but commending his album-focused approach. He suggested that the best way to enjoy the album is to listen to it continuously and immerse oneself in its unique sound.
On the other hand, David Crone, writing for AllMusic, found fault with the album’s 20-song tracklist, describing it as somewhat inflated and containing some one-dimensional material.