Wyclef Jean is « Back from Abu Dhabi » with French Montana and Rick Ross for an Anthem of Wealth and Roots

The Concept: The Nomad’s Return

Released on December 9, 2025, the official single and music video « Back From Abu Dhabi » marks a powerful collaboration between the Fugees legend Wyclef Jean and two modern rap giants, French Montana and Rick Ross. The title is more than just a travelogue: it uses Abu Dhabi as a symbol of global success and extreme luxury, contrasting it with a return to roots and culture.

The track acts as a bridge between musical heritage and contemporary opulence, a territory where Wyclef, a pioneer of global Hip-Hop, excels.

Rap’s Geopolitical Trio

This trio is an event in itself. Wyclef Jean, the architect, infuses a multilingual and cultural energy, while French Montana and Rick Ross, two figures synonymous with success and extravagance, bring their characteristic flow and boss imagery.

Wyclef Jean, The Heritage, opens the track by immediately linking his success to his identity: “Ice on my neck but the Haitian still showed out.” He positions himself as a legendary figure (“legends never die they just kill them softly“) and draws a line between cities, from L.A. to New York, all while celebrating Haitian culture.

French Montana, The Jet-Set-Rapper, often associated with themes of wealth and cars, takes over by mentioning Formula 1 in Abu Dhabi, comparing himself to a “black pharaoh” and affirming his millionaire status.

Rick Ross, The Mogul, maximizes the level of opulence. His verse is a one-upmanship of luxury, evoking Bugattis, private jets (“G5 with tunnel vision“), and wealth so extreme that he jokes: “Rick Ross for president I run a campaign like Trump to get a bigger airplane.” He concludes with the striking image of “20 Lamborghinis” in Abu Dhabi, ready for a race.

A Groovy Anthem to Achievement

« Back From Abu Dhabi » is a powerful track that successfully mixes the timeless groove of Wyclef Jean with the trap and gangsta swagger of Rick Ross and French Montana. It is an anthem to perseverance and achievement that, even while flexing wealth, never loses sight of cultural pride. A must-listen for late 2025 Rap.

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