'Utopia' rapper Travis Scott not only thrilled fans with a new track at the College Football Playoff but also pledged his support for those affected by California's devastating wildfires.
- January 21, 2025
AceShowbiz - The College Football Playoff National Championship halftime show at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 20 became the stage for Travis Scott (II)'s new song debut. The chart-topping rapper introduced his new single "4x4" to an eager audience, and it marked Scott's first solo release since 2023's hit album "Utopia".
"4x4", officially slated for January 24, is not just a musical venture but also a fundraiser as the rapper pledged to donate 100% of the net proceeds from the sale of the song's merch -shirts and zip hoodies honoring Los Angeles' first responders - as well as the CD single, to Direct Relief's California Wildfire Response Fund. The initiative seeks to support communities affected by the devastating recent wildfires in California.
Scott's announcement comes as part of a broader celebrity effort to aid wildfire victims. Artists like Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Katy Perry, No Doubt, Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, Anderson .Paak, John Mayer, and Red Hot Chili Peppers are set to perform at an upcoming benefit concert.
Other artists like Beyonce Knowles and Taylor Swift and big stars like Leonardo DiCaprio and Eva Longoria have made donations to the relief efforts for displaced families and the recovery of affected wildlife.
This commitment to giving back reinforces the vital role celebrities play in addressing pressing social issues. As California continues to grapple with the aftermath of the wildfires, Scott's actions provide both hope and essential support for recovery and rebuilding in the afflicted communities.
