Five Things We Want to See From Young Thug’s Comeback

Last Thursday (Oct. 31), Young Thug was granted his release from prison after pleading guilty in the YSL Rico Case.

In a shrewd move, Thug’s legal team, spearheaded by Brian Steele, opted for a non-negotiated guilty plea. The plan worked in their favor, as Thug was sentenced to 15 years probation with no time to be served in prison after already having spent two years in custody. Thug’s release sparked shockwaves across social media, resulting in glowing comments from T.I., Travis Scott, Sexxy Red, and more.

Kevin Liles, the former CEO of 300 Entertainment, which houses Thug’s YSL label, said, “Words can’t express the incredible happiness and relief I feel to learn of Jeffery’s freedom. There will be a time to discuss the criminalization of hip-hop lyrics and the use of bond denial as a weapon against defendants, but in this moment everyone should feel nothing but joy that this amazing artist and even better man can hug his children, parents, siblings, and other loved ones tonight.”

With all eyes on Thug, his next moves will be imperative, mainly because of the restrictions of his probation and the limitations on what he can rap about, as well. As 2024 winds down, questions will arise regarding new music, his relationship with Gunna, when will we see him on stage again and more, as Thug returns to a rap world where everyone is waiting to see what he does next.

Billboard broke down the five things we hope will come out of Young Thug’s upcoming comeback run. Check it out below.