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Tom Hardy Gets X-Rated About Kathy Bates, Raps About Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin and Recites Shakespeare on His Wild New Album

Tom Hardy's debut rap album has shocked fans with its explicit lyrics and movie references.

By · Published August 29, 2026 at 00:30 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: A.V. Club · IMDb · The Daily Beast · Page Six · Yahoo · Variety.

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The obvious questions

What is the title of Tom Hardy's new rap album?

Coverage does not yet specify the title of the album.

What actors are referenced in Tom Hardy's rap album?

The album references Kathy Bates and Willem Dafoe.

What other content is featured in Tom Hardy's rap album?

The album includes recitations of Shakespeare.

The story so far

Tom Hardy has released his first rap album. The album is notable for its explicit lyrics and numerous references to movies and actors. Fans and critics are reacting to the unexpected genre shift from the Oscar-nominated actor. The album features a lyric about Kathy Bates, a rap about Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin, and recitations of Shakespeare.

The album's explicit content and movie references have drawn significant attention. IMDb, The Daily Beast, Page Six, Yahoo, and Variety have all covered the release. The Daily Beast and Variety have focused on the explicit lyrics, while IMDb and Yahoo have highlighted the movie references. Hardy's fans and the entertainment industry will be watching to see how this new venture is received.

The actor's shift from film to rap music is a significant departure from his established career. The success of the album could influence future projects and collaborations.

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