Yung Lean, Future, and Metro Boomin Capture Florida's Gritty Glamour on GTA VI Track
The collaboration blends Miami Vice-style synths and guitars with modern trap percussion, evoking a mood that is both humid and chic. Future's verse flows effortlessly over Metro Boomin's production, while Yung Lean's lyrics touch on the weight of excess and pleasure. The song stands out as the most authentically Floridian release from the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI soundtrack album.
The track marks a rare convergence of three distinct 2010s rap lineages: Yung Lean’s cloud-rap melancholy, Future’s melodic trap dominance, and Metro Boomin’s signature production. Rockstar’s soundtrack album spans multiple genres, from country to rock to pop, but this collaboration leans into regional sonic cues—Jan Hammer-style synths and guitars paired with modern trap drums. The lyrics reference “angel city” and the heaviness of wealth, aligning with the game’s satirical take on Florida excess. The song is positioned as the soundtrack’s most geographically specific release, tying Vice City’s fictional glamour to real-world Floridian contradictions.
This release could shape how audiences perceive regional identity in mainstream hip-hop, blending nostalgic 1980s aesthetics with contemporary trap. Listeners may see Florida’s culture—both its allure and its darker undercurrents—reflected in a single track, potentially influencing how other artists approach state-specific storytelling. The game’s massive reach could also introduce Yung Lean to a broader audience, while reinforcing Future and Metro Boomin’s status as architects of a sound that now feels quintessentially Floridian.