Reflects On "Act Up" Turning 8 Years Old, Says It Feels Like Yesterday

The 8th anniversary of City Girls’ breakout track Act Up anchors JT’s reflections as she closed the 2026 Lyrical Lemonade Festival’s Summer Smash with a high-octane set. She followed Lil Uzi Vert, who headlined Day 1, and the weekend framed the duo’s ongoing evolution since their City Girls days. In a sit-down with Hip-Hop Wired, JT discussed her current projects, the impact of the eight-year milestone, and the surprise arrival of Uzi, noting he flew private and landed around 7 p.m. before taking the stage. She emphasized that Act Up turning eight underscores a long journey from their earliest releases to festival stages today, a marker of staying power in a crowded scene.

JT described time as flying, but said she feels she remains in cruise control as her career progresses. The interview offers insight into the group’s sustained momentum, the balance of nostalgia and ambition, and the personal milestones that accompany eight years since Act Up’s release. The piece situates the festival within the broader arc of their career, illustrating how the City Girls have maintained relevance through collaborations, stage craft, and fan engagement, even as audiences and critics note the endurance of their signature energy.