Wynne - Say Wynne (Mixtape)
After weeks of teasing fans with visuals of her upcoming releases, Wynne finally drops “Say Wynne”, hosted by Portland’s own DJ O.G One and it’s everything we hoped for. The rollout was meticulous, with Wynne showcasing her lyrical dexterity over iconic instrumentals like SZA’s “Snooze” and Benny the Butcher’s “Johnny P’s Caddy,” setting the tone for what would become one of her most exciting projects yet.
From the jump, the mixtape captures that early 2000s feel, the kind that takes you straight back to the days of raw freestyles and fearless penmanship. Wynne opens up over Westside Gunn’s “Kitchen Lights” and even delivers on Kendrick Lamar’s “Peek-a-boo,” featuring none other than Dame Lillard. With both artists repping Portland, that collaboration stands as a monumental moment for the city and her of course.
“Say Wynne” is packed with bars upon bars, witty punchlines, clever innuendoes, and the eccentric lyricism we’ve come to love from Wynne. It’s clear she wanted to have fun with this one, taking a breather from her upcoming album sessions to remind everyone exactly why her name rings bells in hip-hop circles.
This mixtape feels like a bridge between eras: that nostalgic mixtape energy mixed with the precision of a modern lyricist at her creative peak. Wynne didn’t just rap; she flexed, she floated, and she brought the essence of Portland with her. For fans and new listeners alike, “Say Wynne” is a reminder that Wynne’s pen is still unmatched and her presence is here to stay.