FASTLIFE 5 : Audio Luxury Lyrics & Tracklist – Guè & Cookin Soul

Album Information

FASTLIFE 5 : Audio Luxury is the fifth installment of the celebrated hip hop mixtape saga led by Italian rapper Guè (Guè Pequeno), released on January 9, 2026. The project marks the 20-year anniversary of the original Fastlife series and is presented as a cohesive statement of rap culture and production craft. The mixtape was released via Oyster Music under exclusive license to Island Records (Universal Music Italia). The album spans 15 tracks, with production entirely handled by the acclaimed producer duo Cookin Soul and mixing/mastering by Italian hip hop veteran Bassi Maestro. The sonic palette blends street-oriented hip hop with refined, layered beats and atmospheric touches that nod to international influences.

The project’s cover art features a personal portrait of Guè with his daughter Celine G, who also contributes vocals on the track “Loquito.” The mixtape reflects a fusion of traditional rap aesthetics with contemporary sounds and features a diverse roster of guest artists from both Italian and international scenes.

Musical Style and Themes

The musical direction of FASTLIFE 5 : Audio Luxury demonstrates a blend of classic hip hop ethos and modern production sensibilities. The beats, crafted by Cookin Soul, range from boom-bap influenced rhythms to more cinematic and jazz-infused backdrops, reflecting both street authenticity and a refined sonic texture. Lyrically, the project encompasses themes of personal narrative, artistic identity, drive, and cultural references rooted in both Italian and broader hip hop traditions.

The inclusion of diverse guest artists underscores an effort to bridge generational and geographic elements within rap, spanning from seasoned figures to emerging voices.

Release and Availability

The album was released on streaming platforms and physical formats—CD, vinyl (including limited and colored editions), and cassette—on January 9, 2026. It coincided with announcements of special live performances under the banner “FASTLIVE” at Fabrique in Milan scheduled for February 1–4, 2026, showcasing tracks from across the Fastlife saga.

Full Tracklist

1. Intro (with Lil Mozzarella)
2. The World Is Yours (feat. Joshua)
3. Loquito (with Celine G)
4. Cold
5. Spendin (feat. Marracash)
6. Nato & Cresciuto (feat. Promessa)
7. Last Train 2 Shibuya (feat. Sayf)
8. Sig Sauer (feat. B-Real)
9. High X2 (feat. Larry June)
10. True Story
11. Freak! (feat. Enny P)
12. La Reina Del Sur (feat. Alemán)
13. Pimp101
14. Think About It (feat. Freddie Gibbs)
15. GOAT

Credits

Primary Artist: Guè (Guè Pequeno)
Producer: Cookin Soul (entire album production)
Mixing & Mastering: Bassi Maestro
Featured Vocalists / Guest Artists:
• Lil Mozzarella (Intro)
• Joshua (The World Is Yours)
• Celine G (Loquito)
• Marracash (Spendin)
• Promessa (Nato & Cresciuto)
• Sayf (Last Train 2 Shibuya)
• B-Real (Sig Sauer)
• Larry June (High X2)
• Enny P (Freak!)
• Alemán (La Reina Del Sur)
• Freddie Gibbs (Think About It)

Additional Details

• The mixtape celebrates the two-decade legacy of the Fastlife series and is positioned as both a reflection on hip hop culture and a contemporary artistic statement.
• The production by Cookin Soul gives the album a distinctive and cohesive sound that balances street sensibility with polished arrangements.
• The album’s physical editions include collector’s formats such as autographed CDs and limited-run vinyl editions.