Cold Day in Hell is a mixtape by American rapper Freddie Gibbs. It was released on October 31, 2011. It was recorded between 2009 and 2011 with stops and assistance by Young Jeezy's Corporate Thugz. The mixtape features guest appearances from Young Jeezy himself, alongside other artists such as Dom Kennedy, Freeway, Juicy J, Sly Polaroid, Alley Boy, 2 Chainz and Scrilla, among others.
Following his inclusion in the 2010 XXL Freshman Class and the release of the Str8 Killa EP, Freddie Gibbs signed with Young JeezyâÂÂs CTE World label in early 2011. Cold Day in Hell was his first project released under the label.
It was originally supposed to release on his birthday, June 14, but was delayed.
"...if I feel like I wanna take a little more time to add more shit, I can do that. Everything that IâÂÂm doing is a calculated decision. If I feel like I need to make it better then IâÂÂm gonna make it better. The shit might be great to other peopleâÂÂs standards, but if I donâÂÂt think itâÂÂs ready, it ainâÂÂt cominâ out."
Cold Day in Hell received positive reviews from critics. David Drake of Pichfork commented that "Cold Day in Hell is arguably his most well-rounded, accomplished offering. It isn't that he's improved as a rapper, but as an artist. He has recognized his weaknesses and produced a lush, versatile record that works around them." rating the project 8,2/10.
The review from XXL magazine noted that "With a gangsterâÂÂs psyche, the rapid-fire delivery of an automatic weapon, and a chip on his shoulder, Freddie Gibbs is reviving the spirit of the gangster rapper with a conscience."