The long-awaited Young Money collab just got a full visual — and it was worth the wait
The wait is finally over. Lil Twist and Lil Wayne have officially released the music video for Addict, a Young Money collaboration that fans have been anticipating for years. The visual dropped on April 20, 2026, and it brings one of the most talked-about unreleased records in the Young Money camp to life in full cinematic fashion.
For a song that has been teased, previewed, and hyped since as far back as 2023, the arrival of the official video feels like a moment long overdue — and it delivers.
A Collab Years in the Making
The single was first heard during the Welcome To Tha Carter Tour back in 2023, with Lil Twist confirming early on that his Young Money boss Lil Wayne was featured on the track. The collaboration finally dropped on February 13, 2026 — just in time for Valentine’s Day — with co-production handled by ELL, Shawn ‘Source’ Jarrett, and Cookisdope.
The single was released through Young Money Entertainment, with the songwriting credits shared between Christopher Lynn Moore — Lil Twist’s government name — and Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., better known as Lil Wayne.
The audio alone generated serious buzz across streaming platforms. Now, with the visual finally here, Addict has everything it needs to make a lasting impression.
Inside the Video Shoot
The music video was shot in Hollywood, California, with director Logan Meis behind the lens. Young Money labelmate Gudda Gudda also made an appearance on set during the shoot.
The Hollywood backdrop gives the visual a polished, high-energy feel that matches the tone of the record. Meis, known for his sharp direction, brings both artists’ chemistry to the forefront — a pairing that feels natural given their deep-rooted mentor and protégé dynamic within the Young Money family.
Twist and Wayne — A Bond That Goes Deep
The connection between Lil Twist and Lil Wayne runs far deeper than a feature. Twist, a Texas native, first caught Wayne’s attention at a concert as a child and impressed the multi-platinum rapper enough to become his protégé. He was signed to Young Money in early 2010.
Their previous collaborative moments, including Love Affair in 2011, showed early flashes of real chemistry. Addict picks up that thread years later with both artists operating at a matured, more refined level. The single is a reminder that the Young Money roster still carries weight — and that Twist, after years of grinding independently, is ready to reclaim his spotlight.
What Addict Means for Lil Twist
This release comes at a significant moment in Twist’s career. After a stretch of independent releases and mixtapes through 2024 and 2025, including projects like The Golden Child 3, MIXTAPE TWIZZY, and The Education, Twist has been steadily building momentum heading into 2026.
Addict is the kind of record that reminds the industry exactly who Lil Twist is — a Young Money original with real history, real relationships, and real talent. Having Wayne on the track is not just a cosign. It is a statement.
The official music video is out now across all platforms. Stream Addict and watch the full visual above.