Will Smith’s New Album Dives Deep into Oscars Controversy

Here we go again—Will Smith is stepping back into the spotlight with a musical twist, and let’s just say, it’s more than your average album drop. In “Based on a True Story,” Smith takes a bold plunge into the murky waters of his infamous Oscars slap, proving that not all past mistakes can be swept under the rug—especially when you’re a megastar. The opening track, “Int. Barbershop – Day,” features a cheeky play on his current status, proclaiming, “Will Smith is canceled.” Oh, the shade! As he riffs on the public’s reaction, he throws in some spicy lines about the aftermath of his altercation with Chris Rock, hinting at the societal implications tied to race.

Now, let’s clarify: Smith didn’t have to return his Oscar for Best Actor, though he did receive a decade-long ban from attending the ceremony. So, while the Academy may have laid down the law, don’t get it twisted—Smith’s trophy remains on his mantle. The lyrics don’t hold back as they reference his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, and the infamous moment in which he lost his cool, reminding everyone that he’s still got a lot to say about the whole debacle.

In another track, “You Lookin’ for Me?” he channels his inner phoenix, declaring his return to fame with lines that resonate like a rallying cry. It’s been three years since the incident that shook Hollywood, but Smith isn’t shying away; he’s confronting it with that unmistakable swagger. So, what’s the takeaway? Will Smith might be down, but he’s certainly not out—he’s here for the long game, and he’s ready to school us all on resilience and redemption.

If only we could all navigate our controversies with the same flair.

Sources: Celebrity Storm