Rakim is planning to release a new album later this summer according to Kurupt. He made the announcement in a post on Instagram, Friday, while sharing the artwork for a single he's featured on that appears to be from the project. The track's title is "Rebirth" and it is produced by Rakim. Masta Killa is also featured on the song as well. In the caption of his post, Kurupt wrote: "July 26th - “Rebirth” Rakim new album Produced by Tha God Mc himself…. #Rakim #MasterKilla #GOTTi MY GOD……"

Fans were hyped in the comments section over the news. "OMG indeed! Is this a cover for a single?? I can't believe a new Ra is on its way," one user wrote. Another added: "I would of love to hear two or the greatest in tha lab. I bet they was going bacc to bacc." More fans left behind heaps of fire emojis.

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