Lil Uzi Vert Releases Surprise EP, Which Jumps To The Top Of Apple’s Music Charts

Lil Uzi Vert’s surprise Maverick “Almost Forever” EP has snagged the #1 spot on Apple’s Music charts.

The sudden release—which dropped on the artist’s 31st birthday this past Friday—instantly dominated digital platforms, serving as an unplanned treat for fans after travel complications forced a last-minute cancellation of the artist’s highly anticipated Lollapalooza performance.

Quick-Strike Release Pays Off Big

Despite bypassing a traditional promotional rollout, the 8-track project achieved immediate commercial success:

• Hip-Hop Dominance: The project officially secured the #1 spot on both the US Apple Music Hip-Hop Albums chart and the iTunes Hip-Hop Download chart.
• All-Genre Traction: It surged to #2 across all genres on Apple Music, putting Uzi neck-and-neck with the industry’s biggest mainstream pop and country releases.
• Solo Execution: Delivered via Cor(e) / Roc Nation Distribution, the tape features zero listed guest features, putting Uzi’s versatile solo delivery fully on display.

From Festival Disappointment to Fan Celebration

The project arrived under chaotic circumstances on Friday, July 31. Hours before Lil Uzi Vert was scheduled to take the stage at Chicago’s Grant Park for Lollapalooza, festival organizers announced that the set was canceled due to sudden travel issues.

Turning a negative into a major moment, the Philadelphia rapper pivoted by feeding the streets with their first cohesive body of work in nearly two years. The EP’s artwork carries heavy personal significance, featuring a vintage family photo of a baby Uzi alongside his grandmother and other relatives.

Hidden Message Teases Full Album Next

The music community is already looking past the current streaming victory toward what comes next. Sharp-eyed fans quickly noticed a hidden message embedded in the eyes of the cover artwork reading, “ALBUM AFTER THIS”. Music insiders suggest Maverick “Almost Forever” may serve as a prelude to a looming, full-length studio album campaign.