2 Chainz Drops Trailer For “Red Clay” With Music From The Isley Brothers & Lil Yachty

2 Chainz dropped the first look at his short film Red Clay on Tuesday (July 22), giving a glimpse into the Atlanta-set drama he co-wrote with Omar Epps and teasing a star-studded soundtrack featuring The Isley Brothers, Lil Yachty, Ne-Yo and more.

“The wait is over….with the Red Clay Soundtrack dropping soon it’s only right we drop the trailer,” he wrote on Instagram. “Want early access to the full short film, screenings, album release, and exclusive drops? Hit the link in bio and join the email list for VIP access.”

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Set in 2003 Atlanta, Red Clay follows Nook, played by Christopher A’mmanuel, a teenager trying to break free from the cycle of poverty and addiction while his mother battles substance abuse.

The film explores themes of survival, loyalty and ambition in Black and brown communities shaped by systemic challenges.

Directed by Christian Nolan Jones—known for his short film Glitter Ain’t Gold—the project also stars Rutina Wesley and Jaylan Ragin.

Both 2 Chainz and Epps serve as executive producers, with the rapper describing the film as a personal creative outlet.

“I tell stories through my music, always hoping people feel empowered to overcome anything,” 2 Chainz said in a statement. “Red Clay is an extension of that. Atlanta is full of resilience, and bringing Nook and Bub’s story to life—everyday folks fighting to survive—means everything to me. Creating this with Omar Epps was truly legendary.”

The soundtrack includes a new track titled “The ATL Experience” featuring 2 Chainz, Ronald Isley and The Isley Brothers.

The film premiered at the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival in May and is currently being submitted to other international film festivals.