Rod Wave made his long-awaited return with a new music video and a tour announcement following a 10-month hiatus to focus on his mental health.
The Florida-born rapper released the visual for his new single “Leavin” on Sunday night (October 12), marking his first piece of new content since stepping away from the spotlight earlier this year.
The nearly three-minute video features Rod performing inside a dimly lit mansion, delivering raw lyrics with his signature melodic delivery.
The release quickly gained traction online, with supporters flooding social media to welcome him back.
Alongside the video, Rod also revealed he’s hitting the road again.
His upcoming Redemption Experience Tour kicks off December 7 in Los Angeles and wraps January 2 in Miami.
Rod Wave Announces He’s Stepping Back From Spotlight
The announcement comes after months of silence from the 27-year-old, who paused his career in January to prioritize his well-being.
In a message shared with his followers at the time, Rod wrote, “Gonna travel, See the world, Find love, Raise kids, Prolly go back to school, Last lap was smooth, Hell of a journey. Thank you all.”
He followed up with a direct note to his critics and loyal listeners alike: “To the rest of y’all drag my name, Talk about me like a dog, Constantly speaking on me, bashing me, and what make me happy, I don’t fw you. To the real fans that love Me thank you. This ain’t goodbye, it’s simply see u later, keep your head up, and remember long as you got music you’re not alone … Till we meet again.”
Rod has consistently addressed his mental health struggles in his music and public statements, often using his platform to connect with those going through similar experiences.
His last project, Beautiful Mind, dropped in August 2022 and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
With “Leavin” and a full tour on the horizon, Rod appears ready to step back into the spotlight on his own terms.
The Redemption Experience Tour begins December 7 in Los Angeles.
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