WWE icon John Cena recently opened up about the story behind his debut rap album, “You Can’t See Me,” which launched in 2005. Cena worked on the album with his cousin, Ta Trademark, but no sequel has ever been made. Speaking with Tom Rinaldi (via Billboard) ahead of his WWE retirement, Cena emphasized that he has no intentions of returning to rap music, calling it a “young man’s game.” He explained that the album was somewhat accidental—he felt he could create better music than what was being played for him at the time. Despite lacking modern technology, he and his team recorded their track “Basic Thuganomics” for around $10,000. Cena recalled presenting the music to WWE, who embraced it because it fit his persona. Though about 70 tracks were cut during production, he believes the final album contains the right songs. Cena also shared how he encouraged his cousin to get involved in music, leading to their collaboration. Cena will have his final WWE match against Gunther this Saturday night.
Fan Take: This revelation about Cena’s rap album gives fans a glimpse into how multifaceted his career has been beyond wrestling, showing his creative risks and dedication. As Cena steps away from WWE, it highlights the evolving landscape of the sport where athletes explore diverse passions, potentially inspiring new generations to break boundaries in and out of the ring.
