Name: Stay afloat by ItzTweezy (BigTapia) in Before the album drop
Duration: 2 min 4 s
Description: I woke up one morning and loaded up this beat. I just wanted to rap and make this mixtape better than my previous mixtapes. Even better than my unreleased album, if that's possible.

Before The Album Drop: Volume I

Welcome to the inaugural volume of the “Before The Album Drop” series, a special journey leading up to my next big project. This mixtape is more than just a collection of tracks—it’s a window into my world and a reflection of my experiences. Through this series, I aim to connect deeply with you, sharing the stories and emotions that have shaped my artistry.

Music has always been my refuge, a way to channel my thoughts and feelings into something tangible. For me, each track represents a piece of my life, offering a glimpse into the highs, lows, and everything in between. This mixtape is my personal diary set to music, capturing the essence of my journey and the evolution of my sound.

Volume I features a diverse range of tracks, each bringing its own unique flavor and perspective. Collaborations with talented artists like TruWerdz, NeekoMobb, LilJasOfficial, and NeekoMobb enrich this project, adding their distinctive voices and styles to the mix. From heartfelt ballads to energetic anthems, the tracks are designed to resonate with different emotions and experiences, reflecting the multifaceted nature of life itself.

In this volume, you’ll find a blend of introspection and celebration, struggle and triumph. These songs are crafted to take you on a journey through my experiences, offering a raw and honest portrayal of my growth as an artist. Each record tells a different story, whether it’s about personal challenges, moments of joy, or reflections on the world around us.

“Before The Album Drop” serves as a prelude to the upcoming album, providing a taste of the themes and sounds that will be explored in greater depth in the final project. This mixtape is a testament to the creative process, showcasing the evolution of my music and the artistic choices that have led me to this point.

As you listen to Volume I, I hope you feel the passion and dedication that went into each track. This mixtape is a celebration of my journey so far and a preview of what’s to come. Your support means the world to me, and I’m excited to share this chapter of my musical story with you.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. Stay tuned for future volumes in the “Before The Album Drop” series and get ready for the full album that’s on the horizon. This is just the beginning, and I’m thrilled to have you along for the ride.

Before the album drop

Lil Wayne - Ambitions As A Ridah

Yasss Bish!! (ft. Soulja Boy) - Nicki Minaj

Get It Together

"That’s on Vinnie" is deeper than the name—it’s a declaration. This isn’t a diss, it’s a timestamp. I’m talking about being broke, hungry, and still clocking into work like everybody else, just to pay bills and stay afloat. The name "That’s on Vinnie" reflects loyalty—because if I say “that’s on me,” it’s personal, but if I say “that’s on Vinnie,” it’s stamped and solidified. It’s me owning who I am, where I’m at, and who I ride for.

They know Vinnie my mans, so if I’m putting that weight on him, they better take it serious.

That’s on Vinnie

Said You Wouldn’t

No pen. No filter. One take. I had something to say and didn’t want to wait for the beat to catch up. Pressure made this one. That’s on me.

That’s on Me (freestyle)

I am so happy to release this song. Fun fact: this song was originally meant for Luna Azul… but I got frustrated with it. Irregardless, I came back to this one months later && I’m happy with how it turned out. I hope u like it :)

Another fun fact… this picture was taken on my last night in Puerto Rico… hours before I had to pack and get on a flight 🙃

culpa del mariii

The Leak

Gossip (Album Version (Edited))

I'm Me (Album Version (Edited))

Nicki Minaj- Getting Paid

Suicide was originally on my album. Me and Neeko got atleast 20 records, I released 4 of the 20. lol 420. I sent him the beat, he sent it back and here you go.

Suicide (feat. NeekoMobb)

Give it up

Shoutout to Gabe. Gabe always make sure im on my shit and is always supportive. I got TruWerdz on my upcoming album, Tru got bars. I threw him on this because I knew he would take this record to another level as a whole!

ItzTweezy, TruWerdz - Back again

I used to rap in church. I don't embrace it as much as I should. I deleted all of my old performance videos because I was insecure about my craft. Im no longer insecure.

What it like

I woke up one morning and loaded up this beat. I just wanted to rap and make this mixtape better than my previous mixtapes. Even better than my unreleased album, if that's possible.

Stay afloat

This track was recorded two weeks before I released this project. Lucky part was added on 4-15-20. I wasn't originally going to use him for my intro but it went with what I was trying to do.

Challenge

ItzTweezy is a genre-bending artist from New York, now based in Boston, known for blending raw storytelling with Afro-infused rhythms, trap soul, and hard-hitting hip-hop. Since stepping onto the scene in 2008, he’s dropped over 26 projects—from mixtapes to EPs to five full-length albums—building a reputation for consistency, vulnerability, and melodic grit.

With over 1 million streams across platforms and a Top 40 spot on ReverbNation, Tweezy has quietly carved out a space where honesty meets ambition. His lyrics are sharp. His emotions stay close to the mic. And his sound shifts without ever losing focus.

Now, he returns with his 6th studio album, This Time It’s Personal—his most revealing and refined work to date. Written in the aftermath of heartbreak and self-reflection, the album is a 16-track deep-dive into passion, betrayal, ambition, and lust. From late-night freestyles to Afro-laced melodies, every song feels like a timestamp on the road to healing.

Records like “Delete the Message,” “Come to Boston,” and “Playa’s Diary” strip the mask off.
Others like “Fatal Attraction” and “Dimelo” show growth through chaos.

There’s no gimmick here. Just an artist who never stopped working—now stepping forward with something to say.

Tap in.
This time, it’s personal.

Stay afloat

ItzTweezy (BigTapia)

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