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Express Tribune
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Drake shares how producer Elkan crafted 'NOKIA' beat as track hits Billboard Hot 100
Drake has given fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how producer Elkan crafted the beat for 'NOKIA,' one of the standout tracks from his collaborative album with PARTYNEXTDOOR, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U. The song has made a strong debut, landing at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, while another solo track from the album, 'GIMME A HUG,' climbed even higher to No. 6. In a clip reposted by Drake on his 'plot twist' burner Instagram account, Elkan is seen working on the beat in a Sierra Leone studio on January 8. The U.K.-based producer reflected on the significance of the track, saying, 'This record means a lot to me. In the mist of a mental breakdown I channeled all the pain, trauma, and joy into music not letting a f***ed up mental state stop me from expressing myself.' He went on to describe how the song's theme emerged from personal experiences, sharing, 'Nokia came from people I love ringing my line asking if I was okay, inviting me out to karaoke, clubbing, going to crazy food spots, and just enjoying the finer things in life! When Drake puts pen to pad onna elkan ting you know it's a speeeecial one!' Drake's commercial dominance continues with $ome $exy $ongs 4 U securing an impressive 246,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and with two solo tracks breaking into the Hot 100's top 10, Drake extends his record to 80 top 10 hits—more than any artist in history. Drake's 'GIMME A HUG' and 'NOKIA' both chart inside the top ten on Billboard this week 🔥🦉 He now has 80 top ten hits, the most of ANY artist in history. — Hip Hop All Day (@HipHopAllDayy) February 24, 2025 Currently on his 'Anita Max Win' tour across Australia and New Zealand, Drake is expected to perform 'NOKIA' live, much to the excitement of his fans. Meanwhile, Elkan is receiving widespread praise for his production work, with the track solidifying his name in the industry. As summer approaches, "NOKIA" is already shaping up to be a seasonal anthem.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Drake Reveals Which Rapper Was The Only One Checking On Him During Rap Beef
Drake unleashed his $ome $exy $ongs 4 U joint album with PartyNextDoor today (Feb. 14), and certain lyrics already have fans engaging in discourse. The Valentine's Day project was marketed as a body of work that would lean more into R&B and the ladies. However, that didn't stop the Toronto rapper from referencing his infamous beef with Kendrick Lamar that unfolded during the second half of 2024. On 'GIMME A HUG,' Drizzy shouted out 21 Savage for being the only peer who consistently checked in on him, rapping, 'Savage, you the only n**ga checkin' on me when we really in some sh*t, brother.' The rap beef has spawned several side battles after people allegedly started choosing sides, which were confirmed via Drake's disdain with DeMar DeRozan, LeBron James-targeted track 'Fighting Irish Freestyle,' rant about 'people turning their backs,' and more. He even implied he no longer wants to work with DJ Khaled by denying his already-recorded features on the producer's upcoming album. As his friend circle gets tighter, the 'Pipe Down' rapper confirmed he's still in good standing with 21. Back in May, 21 Savage made it clear he did not want to be involved in the rap beef in any way and stated he will continue to remain on good terms with people on both sides of the war. 'Bruh, aye, don't keep comin' on my muthaf**kin' live talkin' about no muthaf**kin' beef,' 21 said. 'Metro my brother and Drake my brother.' 'GIMME A HUG' specifically has caused quite a stir since its release, as the song also houses a shot at Joe Budden. Right after the 21 Savage line, the 6 God spits, 'Melyssa Ford, you a legend from the 6, hate to see you with a d**k-sucker.' Although the bar attempts to mention Ford in an uplifting light, it places the legendary video vixen in the line of fire due to her role as Budden's cohost on The Joe Budden Podcast. He had smoke for Kendrick too elsewhere on the song, as he says, 'Bulletproof doors so heavy, got me rolling 'round like a dignitary/ Funny how it's only bitch n**gas that are waiting on The Boy's obituary/ 'Cause if I die, it's these n**gas that become the sole beneficiary/ And what the f**k are they gon' do with it?/ Have the girls up at 29 on stage twerking with a dictionary?' $ome $exy $ongs 4 U contains guest features from Pim, China Pacas, and Yebba across 21 tracks. Take a listen above. More from Drake Alters "Knife Talk" Lyrics Following Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Performance Drake, PARTYNEXTDOOR Share '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U' Tracklist Joe Budden Calls Drake A "Corpse" For Posting Video Of Him To "Plot Twist" Finsta Account
