High Times (Young Dro album)

High Times marks the third studio album by American hip-hop artist Young Dro, which was released on October 15, 2013, through Grand Hustle Records and eOne Music. This record features guest contributions from Forgeeauto, Mac Boney, T.I., Spodee, Problem, Natasha Mosley, Blu June, Doe B, and Miloh Smith. Upon release, it garnered generally favorable critiques and entered the US Billboard 200 chart at position number 57.

Release and promotion

To build anticipation for the album, Young Dro dropped the mixtape Day Two on June 17, 2013. He officially announced the October release of High Times on July 10. The album’s cover art was made public on September 18, confirming the release date of October 15. On September 30, the tracklist was revealed, showcasing collaborations with artists such as Forgeeauto, Mac Boney, T.I., Spodee, Problem, Natasha Mosley, Blu June, Doe B, and Miloh Smith.

The first single from the album, "FDB," was issued on March 28, 2013, with its accompanying music video premiering on May 30. August saw the release of two remixes of "FDB": one featuring DJ Drama, French Montana, T.I., and Trinidad James, and another including B.o.B, Wale, and Chief Keef. The follow-up single "Strong" came out on September 30, followed by a remix featuring 2 Chainz released on November 14.

Critical reception

The critical response to High Times was predominantly positive. David Jeffries from AllMusic awarded the album a score of 3.5 out of 5 stars, praising Young Dro's authentic street sound and his skillful use of his Atlanta accent in tracks like "Hammer Time" and "I'm Cold." Jeffries characterized the album as a concentrated and accessible effort without pursuing mainstream crossover success, recommending it particularly to listeners familiarizing themselves with Young Dro's mixtape work. Dave William of XXL assigned an L rating to the album, highlighting notable songs such as "Odds," "FDB," and the guitar-infused "Hammer Time." He underscored Young Dro’s steady appeal within a hip-hop environment marked by shifting styles and frequent collaborations.

Commercial performance

In its initial week in the U.S., the album sold approximately 6,000 copies and debuted at number 57 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Chart positions

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Chart (2013)	Peak position