The Boy Illinois is looking forward to ringing in the new year with his latest music in tow.

Recently, the Chicago rapper announced his next album, Illi D Williams, will be released in the winter of 2019.

According to the "B4U" rapper himself, the new project will show another side of his talents, including how he can cover a wide range vocally. Lyrically, the project will focus on the clever ways he shows his love for women.

While working on the album's finishes touches, The Boy Illinois also will be working on his live set. The rapper recently announced he'll be performing on Nov. 29 at the Blue Moose Tap House in Iowa. For ticketing information, please see here.

Keep an eye out for The Boy Illinois' upcoming album and if you're so inclined, read his last XXL interview to learn more about the rapper. Watch his inventive new video for "B4U" below when you're done with that.

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