WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair announced on social media in February 2026 that he plans to release a new album. The announcement stated, “New Album Dropping Soon! WOOOOO!”.
History with Hip-Hop and Music
Flair has a decades-long association with hip-hop culture, often cited by artists as an inspiration for the “Nature Boy” persona characterized by luxury, showmanship, and bravado. Snoop Dogg once noted that Flair represented the flamboyant, “kiss-stealin’, wheelin-and-dealin'” lifestyle many rappers aspired to achieve. Flair has stated that he feels “part of the rap culture” and has maintained relationships with several prominent artists.
Notable musical collaborations and references include:
- “Ric Flair Drip”: In 2017, Flair was the namesake for and starred in the music video for the hit song “Ric Flair Drip” by rapper Offset and producer Metro Boomin. He later performed the track alongside the duo on The Tonight Show.
- Killer Mike: The rapper released a track titled “Ric Flair” on his 2011 album PL3DGE, which featured archival footage of the wrestler.
- Other References: Artists such as Pusha T, Meek Mill, and Lil Wayne have referenced or sampled Flair’s distinctive promos in their music.
The album announcement follows a period of speculation regarding Flair’s return to professional wrestling. In early February 2026, reports suggested the 76-year-old was considering a match against Ricky Morton to provide motivation for his gym workouts.
Flair clarified his position on social media on February 6, 2026, stating, “Let me clear something up! I will never wrestle again”. This followed a response from his daughter, Charlotte Flair, who rejected the idea of a return with the statement “Absolutely not”.
Flair’s last official competitive match occurred in July 2022 at an event titled “Ric Flair’s Last Match,” where he teamed with Andrade El Idolo to defeat Jay Lethal and Jeff Jarrett. He later disclosed that he suffered health complications, including passing out twice due to dehydration, during that performance.
New Album Dropping Soon! WOOOOO! pic.twitter.com/mMN4YgkVL4
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) February 13, 2026
