The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Swae Lee Talks new Album 'Same Difference', Going Solo, Writing Diamond Record, Kamala Harris + More
Apr 3, 2026
Swae Lee, Grammy-nominated rapper, singer and songwriter famous for Rae Sremmurd and hits like Unforgettable, talks about why he finally released his solo album Same Difference. He discusses blending pop, trap, R&B and Afrobeat, his global touring and recovery from lost music. Conversations also cover songwriting for superstars, navigating fame and political comments.
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Solo Album Finally Emerges After Group Success
- Swae Lee's solo album felt overdue because his career was uniquely split between group work and solo hits.
- He kept solo projects ready but prioritized Rae Sremmurd releases and global touring after breakout singles like Sunflower.
Same Difference Explains His Versatile Sound
- Swae Lee defines his sound as deliberately diverse, calling the variety part of the album theme Same Difference.
- He mixes pop, trap, R&B and afro vibes to connect separate fan demographics from Sunflower to Black Beatles.
How Unforgettable Became Someone Else's Single
- Swae Lee recounts how Unforgettable ended up as French Montana's release despite being his song originally.
- He wrote it for himself, sent an early version to WizKid, and French seized the chance to put it out while Rae Sremmurd focused on Black Beatles.