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Particularly at a time when followers have entry to what looks like infinite songs because of DSPs, the most well liked collaborations in music surprisingly aren’t all the time hit singles or a fast-lived shock visitor function. They’re typically a cosmetics deal, restricted clothes assortment or any type of partnership with a fast-food firm.
The Travis Scott Meal is commonly heralded because the holy grail of fast-food collaborations, and for good cause. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, most artists and their followers spent a lot of their time working from residence and practising social distancing, which meant cooking from residence or utilizing Uber Eats. In contrast to some earlier team-ups, the Cactus Jack rapper dropped unique merch, which as of time of publication, is offered on reseller platforms for a similar worth as some deadstock sneakers.
The collaboration system, in fact, has labored with rivals like Popeyes, KFC, Taco Bell and extra. Beneath, take a look at the most effective 10 instances rappers teamed up with fast-food chains.
1. Travis Scott and McDonald’s
Past his normal music hustle, Travis Scott has proven he’s probably the greatest rappers at promoting something, having teamed up with manufacturers like Nike, PlayStation, Reese’s Puffs and extra. In 2020, McDonald’s launched the Travis Scott Meal, out there at its U.S. places for a month. For $6, followers bought a Quarter Pounder with cheese, bacon and lettuce, plus fries, BBQ sauce and a Sprite.
“I couldn’t be extra excited to convey the Cactus Jack x McDonald’s collaboration to life. We’re bringing collectively two iconic worlds,” the “Antidote” artist shared by way of a press launch on the time.
2. Migos and Popeyes
Migos’ love for Popeyes runs deep, as any fan who’s heard Quavo rap, “Lure n**ga with the chickens like Popeyes” in 2017’s “Stir Fry” would know. So, it was solely becoming for the trio to workforce up with the fast-food chain in 2019. The partnership launched limited-edition combos named after every Migos member. Every meal packed a Popeyes punch, with choices like rooster sandwiches, tenders, fries, mashed potatoes and biscuits. Apple pies have been additionally part of the Solely Constructed For Infinity Hyperlinks collaborators’ combo.
3. Saweetie and McDonald’s
Saweetie has made headlines loads of instances for her wild meals combos — some followers would possibly argue a bit too typically — like topping ramen with Flaming Sizzling Cheetos crumbs or drizzling ranch dressing on spaghetti. In 2021, McDonald’s tapped into the hype by launching the Saweetie Meal. It included a Huge Mac, medium fries, Hen McNuggets, a Sprite and Saweetie ‘N Bitter sauce, which was served in particular packaging.
4. Jack Harlow and KFC
In 2022, KFC joined forces with Jack Harlow to have fun their shared Kentucky roots with a limited-edition Jack Harlow Meal. The finger-lickin’ good combo included a Spicy KFC Hen Sandwich, Secret Recipe Fries, mac and cheese, ranch and lemonade.
“When KFC requested me to create my very own meal, I knew it couldn’t be simply any meal,” Harlow shared throughout the preliminary launch. Whereas the collaboration was not almost as huge as among the aforementioned collaborations, the “Lovin On Me” hitmaker enlisted Druski to relate the business.
5. Doja Cat and Taco Bell
Doja Cat didn’t take Taco Bell’s determination to drop the Mexican Pizza evenly, and neither did the 171,000 individuals who signed a petition to convey it again. In 2022, Taco Bell formally introduced the Scarlet rapper on board as a enterprise associate to advertise the returning merchandise, which is comprised of largely floor beef, melted cheese, refried beans and two fried flour tortillas. At that yr’s Coachella, she proudly introduced to the group, “I introduced again the Mexican Pizza, by the best way!”
6. Offset, Cardi B and McDonald’s
McDonald’s Cardi B and Offset Meal served as a reminder of how nice it’s to have somebody particular to share your favorites with, albeit the pair has since break up. Fittingly launched round Valentine’s Day, the corporate dropped its first-ever movie star duo meal. It featured Cardi B’s go-to order of a Cheeseburger with BBQ sauce and a big Coca-Cola and Offset’s selection of a Quarter Pounder with a big Hello-C Orange Lavaburst. The providing additionally arrived with fries and an apple pie.
7. Megan Thee Stallion and Popeyes
Megan Thee Stallion’s 2021 collab with Popeyes was removed from atypical, very like her music. Not solely did the Grammy Award-winning artist function a model ambassador, however she additionally turned a franchise proprietor. The corporate unveiled the Megan Thee Stallion Hottie Sauce, out there as a standalone or on Popeyes’ tenders and rooster sandwiches, along with a number of merchandise choices corresponding to bikinis, tees and hoodies.
“Teaming up with Popeyes is such a milestone in my journey and evolution as an entrepreneur,” the Houston native introduced on the time. “I’ve all the time been a fan of the Popeyes model, and I’m thrilled to have the chance to affix the model and assist create the brand new Megan Thee Stallion Hottie Sauce for his or her line-up.”
8. Lil Yachty and McDonald’s
Lil Yachty tapped into some nostalgia by teaming up with McDonald’s Canada to remix their iconic “Menu Music,” which initially debuted in 1989. Remembering his days as a McDonald’s worker in Atlanta, he referred to as it “a wild, full-circle second.” Whereas he sadly didn’t get the honour of getting his personal meal, the Lil Boat creator did seem in a 90-second business for the fast-food large.
9. Pusha T and Arby’s
In 2022, Pusha T took pictures at McDonald’s with “Rib Roast,” a diss observe launched in partnership with Arby’s. The observe promoted the latter model’s Nation Type Rib Sandwich, loaded with smoked pork ribs, crispy onions, cheddar cheese and BBQ sauce on a toasted bun.
“They name me when it is time to do harm / When the standard ain’t as much as my requirements / That McRib falls beneath common,” the Virginia native spat. “Arby’s is the selection if you will not settle / McDonald’s, what you promoting, thriller meat?”
10. Lil Nas X and Taco Bell
Lil Nas X stepped in as Taco Bell’s chief affect officer in 2021. The partnership noticed the “Outdated City Highway” artist selling the corporate’s breakfast menu comeback, launching a scholarship program and rolling out a particular marketing campaign for his debut album, MONTERO. It was additionally a full-circle second, contemplating he labored at Taco Bell again in highschool.
“Lil Nas X is aware of the job, the expertise and the tradition Taco Bell creates for its followers — together with its folks,” former CEO Mark King stated in a press release.