Rick Ross released his highly anticipated new album, Set in Stone, this past Friday to a largely positive reception from his core fanbase. The project marks his first full-length studio effort since the 2021 release, Richer Than I Ever Been. However, the rollout for this latest chapter has been complicated by a turbulent year for the Miami mogul, particularly regarding his ongoing public feud with Drake, which has invited significant social media scrutiny from the Canadian rapper’s dedicated following.
Featuring a robust tracklist of 19 songs, Set in Stone boasts an impressive lineup of guest appearances, including contributions from T.I., Jeezy, and The-Dream. Despite the star-studded features, industry data provided by HDD suggests a modest commercial performance for the project’s opening frame.
Commercial Outlook and Industry Projections
Current projections indicate that Set in Stone is on track to move fewer than 26,000 equivalent album units within its first week of release. If these figures hold, the project will likely miss a debut within the top 20 of the Billboard album charts. While these initial numbers present a hurdle for the veteran artist, the industry remains observant as the tracking week concludes. Whether the album gains momentum through streaming or sustained interest in the coming days remains to be seen, and fans are encouraged to stay tuned for final chart updates.
