MGK Pushes Back After Fan Requests Solo Rap Album

MGK isn’t interested in making a rap album just to prove a point, and he’s making that clear directly to fans. The conversation started when a fan took to X and shared what they hoped to hear from MGK’s next rap-focused project, writing, “what I want the most from kells with the rap album is for it to have no features on it. I want it to be solely himself showcasing his pure talent.” MGK, whose real name is Colson Baker but also goes by “kells” and “Machine Gun Kelly,” didn’t ignore the suggestion, but his response made it clear he’s prioritizing the music over expectations.

“I will curate every song for the better of the song,” he replied. “So when I hear someone else’s voice on it in my head. I’m putting them on it. I have 0 interest in making a ‘I have something to prove, look how good I am at rapping’ album.”

Rather than sparking debate, MGK’s stance quickly earned support from his fanbase, many of whom praised his confidence and artistic clarity. “I absolutely have no doubt that kells will make the right creative decisions in his music!!!” one fan wrote. Another echoed that sentiment, adding, “Anything MGK brings out is dope he’s the goat no matter who on the track.”

Others pointed to MGK’s genre-crossing career as proof that collaboration is part of what makes him stand out. “And I think part of what makes you such a versatile artist is your ability to blend so well with so many other artists from so many different genres!” one supporter commented.

The discussion comes on the heels of MGK’s most recent release, “Lost Americana.” Released on August 8, 2025, “Lost Americana” marked MGK’s seventh studio album and notably arrived with minimal guest appearances, only featuring Phem on “indigo.”

Aside from the limited features, fans couldn’t help but notice a track titled “Orpheus,” which is officially credited to co-writers Kelly and Megan Fox. The songwriting credit stands out, given the former couple’s breakup.

While their romantic relationship has ended, the two still co-parent their daughter, who will be turning one year old next month, and the shared credit suggests that creative ties between them haven’t been entirely severed. Kelly has long spoken about drawing inspiration from real-life relationships, and “Lost Americana” as a whole leans heavily into that.

MGK also leans into raw vulnerability on one of “Lost Americana”’s most emotional tracks, “Treading Water,” where he appears to grapple with regret, loneliness, and the weight of personal mistakes.

On the song, Machine Gun Kelly predicts he will “die alone,” delivering some of the album’s most confessional lyrics. “This’ll be the last time you hear me say sorry / That’ll be the last tear you waste on me crying / I broke this home,” he sings, repeating the “broken home” line elsewhere in the track before adding, “I’ll change for our daughter, so she’s not alone.”

Later in the track, MGK references “pack[ing] up suitcases,” a line that takes on added meaning given his explanation of when and where the song was written. According to the artist, “Treading Water” was penned “in Room Three, spending Christmas in rehabilitation,” anchoring the track in a moment of isolation, reflection, and forced honesty.

Together, the lyrics come across as an honest confession, less about blame and more about accountability, growth, and moving ahead.

MGK is currently bringing “Lost Americana” to life on tour, having already hit several U.S. cities before the holidays. The tour is set to expand internationally next, with upcoming stops across Italy, Germany, Poland, and additional European destinations, before looping back to the United States for more shows.

As the tour continues and fans speculate about what’s next, especially when it comes to a future rap album, MGK continues to make it clear that the music comes first.