Lil Wayne's old lyric notebook from the 1990s, filled with handwritten lyrics from classic tracks like 'I Feel' and 'We on Fire', has hit the market for $5 million.
- August 6, 2024
AceShowbiz - Imagine owning a piece of hip-hop history, a notebook filled with the raw, handwritten rhymes of none other than Lil Wayne. That dream is now a reality, albeit for a steep price. Wayne's old lyric notebook from the '90s has recently hit the market with a jaw-dropping price tag of $5 million, making it one of the most significant memorabilia pieces in rap history.
The notebook's journey to the auction block is as fascinating as its content. Back in 2019, autograph dealers Moments In Time listed the notebook for $250,000, boasting lyrics to tracks like "I Feel" and "We on Fire", likely written when Lil Wayne a.k.a. Weezy was still a teenager. An anonymous man claimed to have discovered it in an old car previously owned by someone associated with Cash Money Records. He kept it stored away, surviving even Hurricane Katrina, before deciding to sell it.
However, when Lil Wayne got wind of the listing, he fought back. His legal team argued that the notebook had been misplaced and accused the man of attempting to capitalize on Wayne’s lost work. The rapper demanded its return, but the man, confident in his "crystal clear title," refused and insisted Wayne would have to buy it from him. Without further response from the rapper, the court ruled in favor of the man in 2024.
Fast forward five years, and the same notebook is now being auctioned for an astounding $5 million. Moments In Time justified the steep price hike by pointing out Wayne's stature as one of the greatest rappers of all time. "Lil Wayne's handwritten lyrics from the '90s are extremely valuable," they told TMZ, defending the markup.
The notebook itself is a treasure trove, containing lyrics to iconic songs like "Grown Man" and "We On Fire", and even includes a doodle of producer Mannie Fresh. Despite the undeniable value and rich history of the notebook, it's uncertain how Lil Wayne feels about someone else profiting from his early work.
All things considered, the lyric notebook represents a unique slice of rap history, now available to anyone with deep enough pockets. Whether you're a die-hard Lil Wayne fan or a collector of hip-hop memorabilia, this notebook offers an unparalleled glimpse into the mind of a young, burgeoning artist destined for greatness.
