Artist page · 06/07/2026
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7 vinyls from 'Tha Carter' series to 'I Am Music' – original pressings and limited editions featured.
Lil Wayne, an American rapper born Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., emerged from New Orleans with roots in the hip-hop collective Hot Boys. His solo work began with 'Tha Block Is Hot' in 1999, advancing through the influential 'Tha Carter' albums, which span from 2004 through the upcoming 'Tha Carter VI' expected in 2025. His discography reflects a prolific output of rap and pop rap styles, with vinyl releases offered mostly under Universal and Young Money labels.
Vinyl enthusiasts can explore various editions ranging from original US pressings to limited edition RSD reissues, supported by extensive collectibles and notable pressings, including sought-after copies of 'Tha Carter II' and 'Tha Carter III'.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Young Money · 2025
Gamebread · 2023
Young Money · 2020
Young Money · 2018
Young Money · 2015
Cash Money Records · 2013
Cash Money Records · 2011
Cash Money Records · 2010
Cash Money Records · 2010
Cash Money Records · 2008
Cash Money Records · 2006
Cash Money Records · 2005
Cash Money Records · 2004
Cash Money Records · 2002
Cash Money Records · 2000
Cash Money Records · 1999Playlist
The tracks that sum up Lil Wayne's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
The 2008 LP features 18 tracks blending hip hop and pop rap, with key songs like "Lollipop" and "A Milli". It remains a staple for collectors and audiophiles alike.
Six pressings of this 2005 hip hop album document the rise of gangsta rap with a 22-track listing, including "Hustler Musik" and "Best Rapper Alive."
The upcoming LP for 2025 offers 19 tracks, featuring songs like "King Carter" and "Hip-Hop," available as a limited edition US pressing and European stereo versions.
Go further
Artists who share part of Lil Wayne's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Lil Wayne started with Cash Money Records as the youngest member at age nine, joining the Hot Boys group in 1996.— Early career fact
The 2005 original US pressing of 'Tha Carter II' has a high want-to-have ratio of 3.4:1, with only 6 copies currently available, marking it a rare find for collectors.
In 2016, a Record Store Day limited edition reissue of 'Tha Carter II' was released, also maintaining a 3.4:1 want-to-have ratio, with 7 copies on sale, reflecting ongoing demand.
The upcoming album 'Tha Carter VI' is available as a limited edition LP in the US and as a standard stereo LP in Europe, offering differences in pressing and price, notable for vinyl collectors.
Multiple US pressings of 'Tha Carter III' are active in the market, including an original 2008 release with catalog number B0011671-01, a significant edition prized by collectors.
‘Tha Carter’ album series marks his entrance to mainstream fame starting in 2004.— Career milestone
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
'Tha Carter' was released in 2004, marking a significant stage in Lil Wayne's solo career evolution.
The 'Tha Carter III' LP contains 18 tracks, blending hip hop and pop rap themes.
Some original US pressings, like 'Tha Carter II' from 2005, have limited copies available, making them collectible.
Prices for 'Tha Carter III' US LP pressings range from around 26 to 55 euros depending on condition and edition.
Yes, albums like 'Tha Carter' and 'Tha Carter II' are available as vinyl releases in France, often imported or reissued editions.
Lil Wayne began his music career in New Orleans, joining Cash Money Records at age nine.
His albums include styles such as hip hop, gangsta rap, trap, and pop rap, reflecting his diverse sound.
The catalog presents at least 7 vinyl albums focusing mainly on the 'Tha Carter' series and other major releases.
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This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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