The album features guest appearances from Raphael Saadiq, E-40, Wiz Khalifa, Kenneth Whalum III, Mara Hruby, Rico Love, Bun B, Devin the Dude, Big Sant, Jamie N Commons, Lupe Fiasco and ASAP Ferg.

The album debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200 and was supported by three singles: "Pay Attention", "Cadillactica" and "Soul Food".

It was also met with widespread acclaim from critics who praised the soulful production and thoughtful lyrics, ending up on many end-of-year lists.

[1] In August 2013, in an interview with HipHopDX, he spoke about what to expect from the album, saying: "I'm keeping it soulful, and I'm also really working with a lot of producers as well.

It's creating this planet called Cadillactica where the soul and the funk comes from and being able to transcend my music with that idea.

Cadillactica is a free-floating album in a way where I felt like I was able to talk about whatever I wanted because I created a planet to do so.

himself and guest appearances by Wiz Khalifa, Future, Smoke DZA and Trinidad James among others.

Being able to have Rick Ross on it, A$AP Ferg and Smoke DZA, Big Sant [was great], but these were all songs I wanted to give to the people man.

The mixtape featured guest appearances from Rico Love, Yo Gotti, Big Sant, Rittz, ASAP Ferg and Rick Ross.

[16] In a September 2014, interview with Respect., he spoke about how the lead single "Pay Attention" came about, saying: "I had the opportunity to go down to Miami and work with Jim Jonsin and his team of producers, Zac and Finatik.

[20] On December 12, 2014. the music video was released for "Soul Food" featuring Raphael Saadiq.

was baptized in deep Southern slop and then cut through the competition with a bit of an indie spin, but Cadillactica is on another level, and if the album cover makes it looks like one of Kid Cudi's space jams, there's good reason.

into a new tier of artistic relevancy and, following an arguably lacklustre year in hip-hop, fills a void.

"[27] Jay Balfour of HipHopDX said, "Without leaning back he's smartly pushing against himself by enlisting Dahi and Raphael Saadiq and Terrace Martin.

'S relatability keeps it accessible, and ultimately, Cadillactica proves to be something the game barely knew it needed.

"[26] Logan Smithson of PopMatters stated, "Cadillactica stands on its own as a deviation in sound but a continuation of greatness.

An intriguing concept, exceptional production, and captivating lyricism ensure that a trip to Cadillactica is one that will stick with you for life.