Travis Scott’s highly anticipated album, “Utopia,” is generating buzz for more than just its music. Recent lyrics from one of the tracks, “Meltdown,” have raised eyebrows, with some speculating that they might be directed at Timothée Chalamet, the star of the upcoming film “Wonka.” Travis, 32, and Timothée, 27, have been indirectly linked due to the latter’s rumored romantic involvement with Kylie Jenner, Travis’s ex-partner.
The specific lyrics in question go, “Wrappin’ the cheese, wrap around me ’cause I’ve got property / Chocolate AP [Audemars Piguet] and chocolate the Vs / got the Willy Wonka factory / Burn an athlete like it’s calories, find another flame hot as me, bitch.” While it’s uncertain whether these lines are meant to be a subtle diss or merely a boast, the context suggests a potential connection to Timothée’s role in the “Willy Wonka” prequel. Travis has been working on “Utopia” for several years, facing delays due to pandemics and other setbacks.
In May 2021, Deadline reported that Timothée had landed the title role in the “Willy Wonka” prequel, coinciding with a period when Travis and Kylie were together. However, their relationship experienced ups and downs, eventually leading to their breakup by the end of the year. Timothée and Kylie were romantically linked in April 2023, following a video of them interacting at a Paris Fashion Week event. Subsequent sightings of Kylie’s car at Timothée’s mansion and a taco date fueled the rumors. In June, the pair attended a joint barbecue hosted by Kylie and her sister, Kendall Jenner, further igniting speculation.
Despite the breakup, Travis was reportedly not pleased with Kylie moving on, yet they remained cordial, prioritizing co-parenting and their children’s well-being.
In addition to the possible reference to Timothée, Travis also made mention of Kanye West, with whom he shares a complicated history. The lyrics in question refer to Ye’s presidential ambitions, highlighting the ongoing public comparisons between Travis and Kanye. Some fans even noted that “Utopia” drew inspiration from Kanye’s 2013 album “Yeezus,” praising Travis for his experimental and ambitious soundscapes.
Overall, “Utopia” has become a topic of discussion for its lyrical content and perceived references, leaving fans to interpret the messages behind Travis Scott’s latest musical offering.