This album's release could signify a resurgence of Smith's reputation following the infamous incident at the 2022 Oscars, where he slapped Chris Rock over a joke about his wife.

Recently, he paid tribute to his mentor Quincy Jones at the 2025 Grammy Awards, showcasing his ongoing influence in the entertainment industry.

'Based On A True Story' features 14 tracks, including collaborations with artists like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Teyana Taylor, and his son, Jaden.

He has already released the single 'Beautiful Scars' featuring Big Sean, reflecting on the emotional impact of the Oscars incident.

Additionally, Smith recently topped the Billboard Gospel Airplay Chart with his single 'You Can Make It', marking his first No. 1 since 2005.

In a recent recording session with PlaqueBoyMax, Smith collaborated on a new track titled 'Attention' as part of Max's 'In the Booth' series.

Will Smith has announced his first-ever headline tour in the UK and Europe for the summer of 2025, promoting his upcoming album, 'Based On A True Story'.

The tour kicks off on August 24 at Scarborough Open Air Theatre, followed by stops at Cardiff's Bute Park on August 25 and Manchester's Victoria Warehouse on August 27.

During the tour, Smith will perform classic hits such as 'Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It' and 'Miami', alongside new material from his latest album.

Smith revealed in an interview that he spent a year and a half working on this project, describing it as his most personal and intense music to date.

Smith's career began in the hip-hop duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, and he gained fame from the sitcom 'The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air', eventually transitioning to a successful film career.

Leading up to the album's release, Smith generated buzz on social media by recreating a scene from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' with co-star Tatyana Ali and rapper Doechii.