music-video”>Lil Uzi Vert took a second to publicly rejoice JT on her birthday (Dec. 3), sharing a heartfelt message that highlighted their long-standing bond. On Thursday (Dec. 4), the Philadelphia artist posted a picture of the pair to Instagram Stories alongside a notice expressing appreciation for the rapper, who’s presently making ready her debut solo album. “I wanna say thank you for everything. Happy birthday to a very, very special person. Today felt different. Thank you for always helping me see the real. Love you,” Uzi wrote. In the identical publish, additionally they affectionately referred to her as “mommy.”

The message arrived as JT continues a busy stretch in her solo profession. In a recent interview with Wonderland, she spoke about Uzi’s affect throughout the making of her upcoming LP, calling them each a “mentor and critic” as she refines her sound. “I’m so grateful to have him as a mentor and critic. He does not play with me,” JT stated, noting that Uzi often pushes her towards inventive independence. She additionally recalled receiving an surprising message — “I love your new direction” — as she labored on the mission.

The Florida native launched two solo tracks this 12 months, together with the well-received “Girls Gone Wild,” confirmed as the primary single from her forthcoming physique of labor. Wonderland added that JT is deeply concerned within the album’s manufacturing course of and plans for an upbeat, performance-ready sound.

Uzi remained equally energetic, persevering with their rollout as an impartial artist with current singles “Chanel Boy,” “Relevant,” and this week’s “Regular.” Their partnership with Roc Nation Distribution was introduced in November, with the label emphasizing Uzi’s artistic management transferring ahead.

JT and Uzi’s relationship has been a constant focal point for followers. In July, the Miami rapper advised Cosmopolitan that the pair, who’ve been collectively since 2019, are “definitely” headed towards marriage, although she intends to maintain any proposal personal.