UNCUT Magazine

LL Cool J is gearing up to release the first street mixtape of his career.

According to MTV's Mixtape Monday, LL is putting the finishing touches on "The Return of the G.O.A.T.", the first mixtape of his career. The mixtape is expected to feature guest appearances by LL Cool J, 50 Cent and more. DJ Kay Slay is working with LL on the tape.

"LL's got an album coming out," DJ Kay Slay tells MTV. "I think he's just aware that he has to have that street presence and make people aware he still is the G.O.A.T. and he can still spit. A lot of people are under the misconception that LL is making those grown-and-sexy records, that he ain't with the street vibe anymore. I think he wanted to step back and let people know he's still the G.O.A.T."

LL Cool J's new album "Exit 13" is expected to be released later this year.