{
  "id": 886138,
  "title": "RetcH Talks ‘Point Guard’ Video, ‘FTW 2’ & Four-Year Hiatus: ‘I Have a Totally New Perspective on This Whole Thing’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/retch-talks-point-guard-video-ftw-2-four-year-hiatus-i-have-a-totally",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-14T16:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/retch-ftw-2-interview-1236309590/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "RetcH recently released his first album in four years, titled FTW 2, after dealing with legal issues and enjoying his time off. In an interview, the New Jersey rapper discussed his new perspective on the music industry and the inspiration behind his darker tone on the new album. \"Point Guard\" is one of his favorite tracks from the project, featuring basketball references and collaborations with his producers. The video was shot in Harlem by 39 Enterprises and edited by Zai Visuals. RetcH explained that he writes both in the Notes app and on paper, depending on the moment, but takes pride in crafting intentional lyrics. He also made it clear that the music never left him, despite its initial lack of celebration during his previous drop.",
  "summary": "The Jersey rapper decided to go back to basics and dropped a sequel to 'Finesse the World' last month. Check out our conversation.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}