LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Much to his fans surprise, Jack Harlow dropped his third studio album on Friday.
Each track on Jackman oozes vulnerability and storytelling, with Harlow touching on an array of subjects from his past including his relationship with his family, friends, and even his younger self.
Throughout the album, the Louisville native sticks to his roots and pays homage to a few places and people that have made an impression on him.
An alleyway in the Highlands is now receiving countless visits from Harlow's fans after he shot his album cover in the background of a home on Richmond Drive. Harlow can be seen on the cover standing in front of the alley, staring into the camera, while crossing his arms.
Louisville's oldest indie bookstore Carmichael's got a shoutout from Young Harleezy.
In Harlow's second song on the album, "They Don't Love It," he raps, "My city is upcomin', its people are oppressed / And I'm gon' change things, I'm up at Carmichael's, tryna get on the same page."
Miranda Blankenship ,Carmichael's co-owner, sent a statement to WHAS11 News saying:
"To say we are thrilled to be mentioned on the new album would be an understatement. We've been getting love from all over since the album dropped. Jack is a frequent customer and we've had many people on staff say how engaging and kind he is when he comes in. He's also a champion of reading and books and shows so much love to this community. This community had supported us for 45 years and we love it too. Congratulations to Jack on the album and be on the lookout for Carmichael's in one of the upcoming videos."
It was on this song that he also gave kudos to fellow Louisville rappers, Bryson Tiller and EST Gee.
"It's not that crazy anymore, my city used to a come up / Bryson, Jack, Gee, James is up next."
Gov. Andy Beshear even got a special mention on Harlow's song "It Can't Be," with him rapping, "Especially when I'm havin' dinner in Frankfort with Andy."
Crystal Staley, director of communications for Beshear's office, sent a statement to WHAS11 News saying:
"The Governor and his family have had dinner with Jack Harlow in Frankfort. They had a great time listening to and getting to know Jack. The Governor is now considering launching a rap career after his second term. For your background: I hope you know we are having a bit of levity at the end!"
Additionally, Harlow gave a nod to Shelby County and Barren County. On his track "Denver" he raps, "I'm a long way from Shelby County;" and on the last song of his album, "Questions", he raps, "I rep the state, but do they care about me in Barren County?"
To listen to the full album, please click here.
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