Lil Boat (mixtape)

Lil Boat is the debut commercial mixtape by American rapper Lil Yachty. It was released on March 9, 2016, by Quality Control Music. The mixtape gained significant attention for its unique sound, often described as "bubblegum trap" due to its melodic hooks, playful lyrics, and heavy use of autotune. Lil Boat helped propel Lil Yachty to mainstream recognition, solidifying his position in the burgeoning SoundCloud rap scene.

The mixtape features production from a variety of producers, including Grandmilly, 1Mind, and MexikoDro. Notable tracks include "One Night," "Minnesota" (featuring Quavo, Skippa Da Flippa and Young Thug), and "Wanna Be Us." Lil Boat's cover art, depicting Lil Yachty in a yellow jacket in front of a blurred background, became iconic and contributed to his public image. While not formally an album, its commercial release and impact on popular culture qualify it as a significant body of work in Lil Yachty's discography and the broader landscape of contemporary hip-hop.