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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Drake Reacts To 'What Did I Miss?' Debuting At No. 2 On The Billboard Hot 100
Drake should be on a high right now after a history-making, three-day headlining set at Wireless Festival in London this past weekend. However, the 38-year-old rapper saw where his latest single 'What Did I Miss?' debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, and he isn't satisfied. The track, initially projected to fall on the lower end of the top 10, landed at No. 2 in this week's chart. It marked the 6 God's second No. 2 of 2025, following the slow-rising hit 'Nokia.' While that is celebratory for many artists, it continues the Toronto superstar's streak of almost two years without a No. 1 since 'First Person Shooter' with J. Cole reached the mountaintop in October 2023. Bigger than that, it makes his pursuit of breaking his tie with Michael Jackson still a factor. Drizzy posted this week's chart on his Instagram story with several straight-faced emojis before calling out the suppression he has allegedly endured since last year's beef with Kendrick Lamar, which prompted his current defamation and botting lawsuit against Universal Music Group. 'Suppressor on the 1 spot,' he wrote with a laughing emoji, referring to Alex Warren's 'Ordinary' maintaining the top spot for six weeks. 'I'm taking that soon don't worry one song or another Rule changes and all.' This is an unusual experience for the multi-time Grammy winner; he is currently rolling out his forthcoming album ICEMAN, and he is used to having a single be No. 1 going into an album release or hitting No. 1 after an LP comes out. $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, his joint album with PARTYNEXTDOOR from this past February, was his first project since 2017's More Life that did not have either of those things happen, though he got close with 'Nokia.' Nonetheless, momentum is still on his side. At Wireless Festival, the attendees treated his three sets like they were homecoming performances. He also gifted fans with surprise appearances by Lauryn Hill and The Fugees, Mario, Bryson Tiller, Giveon, Bobby Valentino, Latto, Sexyy Red, 21 Savage, and more. He teased a new song with Central Cee, stating that he would 'get to that on Friday.' The record fell within his Afrobeats, dance vibe, which is fitting for the summer. If this record goes No. 1, not only would he break the tie with MJ, but it would also be Cench's first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1. Time will tell when the record drops, but check out a preview below. More from Who Are The Potential Witnesses In Drake's Lawsuit Against UMG? Pusha T Pulls No Punches With His Review Of Drake's New Song, "What Did I Miss?" Drake And His Fans Have A "F**k Kendrick" Moment At Wireless Festival
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
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Drake Kicks Off The Road To ‘ICEMAN' With Livestream, New Music Video For 'What Did I Miss?'
For the second year in a row, the 4th of July played host to a momentous musical release; coincidentally, the consecutive drops have come from the two guys who had the biggest rap beef of all time last year, Drake and Kendrick Lamar. The 6 God hosted a live stream where he debuted a new single accompanied by a music video, teased additional new music, and took a victory lap throughout his hometown, Toronto. On Friday afternoon (July 4), the 38-year-old rapper posted a simple graphic on Instagram that read '9 PM.' Soon, music pages began to circulate that he had a new single coming out titled 'What Did I Miss?' A few minutes before it was time to hear the rumored track, a live link appeared on the five-time Grammy winner's YouTube page titled 'ICEMAN EPISODE 1.' The live stream started late, but when it began, fans looked into an ice warehouse for about 20 minutes. For months, Drizzy had been posting images suggesting his next album would be titled ICEMAN, and this company happened to have that same name, so this stream felt like a confirmation. Eventually, the camera angles in the warehouse started changing and showed him walking through the warehouse into a break room. There, he watched old footage of himself performing on a television before the screen transitioned to him standing in his backyard with several guns pointed at him. The beat dropped, and per the chorus, it was clear that this was the worldwide debut of his new single 'What Did I Miss?' and its music video. He rapped and danced along to the song while walking throughout the warehouse before jumping into one of the ICEMAN trucks. The cameras followed him as he drove throughout Toronto, playing a new song rumored to be titled 'Supermax,' plus a repeat of 'What Did I Miss?' and his guest appearance on Smiley's latest single '2 Mazza.' While driving through his city, he greeted and exchanged handshakes with fans. After the live stream ended, Drake announced that 'What Did I Miss?' would be available on all streaming platforms at midnight, and, sure enough, it was. The record reflects on this past year of his career and the betrayals he's been on the wrong side of amid his beef with K. Dot. 'I don't give a f**k if you love me, I don't give a f**k if you like me/ Askin' me, 'How did it feel?' Can't say it didn't surprise me/ Last time I looked to my right, you ni**as was standing beside me/ How can some people I love hang around pu**ies who try me?' he sings in the chorus. Also, notably at the end of the live stream, he announced, 'ICEMAN Coming Soon.' There is currently no date set for the album, but given the father of one's affinity for releasing new albums in the fall, it is safe to predict that he may follow suit here. If so, that would be another year of his career where he releases multiple albums, with the PARTYNEXTDOOR-assisted collaborative album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U coming out this past February. Time will tell, but in the meantime, check out 'What Did I Miss?' below. More from Leon Thomas, BigXThaPlug, Popcaan, And More To Join Drake At 2025 Wireless Festival In London N.O.R.E. Claims Pusha T Once Yelled Over Pharrell Williams Amid Drake Feud Taylor Rooks Addresses If She's The Mystery Woman Drake Mentioned On His New Song
Express Tribune
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Iceman Toronto co-owner breaks silence on Drake's album livestream
Drake's rollout for his upcoming album ICEMAN kicked off in dramatic fashion with a surprise livestream titled ICEMAN EPISODE 1, created in collaboration with Iceman Toronto. The stream, which featured Drake driving through the city in a branded truck, began in a Toronto warehouse owned by the cold storage company. Jake Silva, co-owner of Iceman Toronto, spoke to CTV News about the experience, revealing that Drake's team contacted him just two days prior to request use of the facility. 'We got the call Wednesday afternoon,' Silva said. 'During the livestream, it was pretty crazy. My father's phone blew up. People were calling from all over North America.' The livestream generated major buzz, with Silva estimating over 200 calls coming in during the broadcast. Despite the chaos, he praised Drake's team for their professionalism and respect for the ongoing business operations. Drake's ICEMAN EPISODE 1 ended with the release of 'What Did I Miss?', a track that quickly climbed to No. 1 on both Spotify and Apple Music in the U.S. The song is widely believed to be the lead single from the forthcoming album. Silva also noted that friends had hinted at Drake working on a project connected to the 'Iceman' name for some time, suggesting more collaboration may be on the horizon. Although the official album release date remains unknown, ICEMAN is now one of the most highly anticipated projects in hip hop. With his latest rollout, Drake once again proves his ability to create viral moments while staying true to his Toronto roots.
Express Tribune
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Drake's 'What Did I Miss?' tops US Spotify and Apple Music charts after release
Drake's latest single, 'What Did I Miss?', has taken the top spot on both the US Spotify and Apple Music charts, proving once again why the Toronto rapper remains a dominant force in the streaming era. The track, believed to be the lead single from his upcoming album ICEMAN, is generating major buzz following its surprise release. According to Chart Data, the song quickly soared to No. 1 on both platforms shortly after its debut. Drake, already the most streamed artist in Spotify history, continues to add to his legacy with another chart-topping release. Apple Music also recently highlighted him as the artist with the most entries on its decade-spanning Top 500 list, with 39 songs included. "What Did I Miss?" marks a strong rebound for Drake after his controversial feud with Kendrick Lamar earlier this year. His previous single "NOKIA" peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains in the top 20, while "What Did I Miss?" is expected to break into the top 10 after its first full week of tracking. The rollout for ICEMAN began with a cryptic livestream before the song dropped, but no official release date for the album has been announced. Drake only teased that it's coming 'soon,' leaving fans speculating whether it will arrive as early as July 11. With streaming numbers climbing and anticipation building, ICEMAN could become one of Drake's most successful releases yet. As fans wait, the industry is watching closely to see how the superstar navigates his next era.
Gizmodo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Drake Just Gave Bitcoin Its Biggest Pop Culture Moment Yet
Bitcoin just got its biggest shoutout in pop culture yet — from Drake. In a surprise drop on the night of July 4th, the hip-hop titan unleashed his latest track, 'What Did I Miss.' More than just another reflective banger, the Canadian superstar's new song injects Bitcoin, the world's most famous cryptocurrency, directly into the mainstream cultural conversation, sixteen years after its inception. The track, which premiered during a YouTube stream titled 'ICEMAN EPISODE ONE' where Drake plays a worker on his lunch break, delves into the raw emotions of betrayal. In the aftermath of his seismic 2024 feud with Kendrick Lamar, a rivalry that gripped the world, Drake turns his attention to those he once considered allies. He likens their shifting loyalties to the unpredictable volatility of Bitcoin, giving the digital asset an unexpected, high-profile shoutout. The song's chorus immediately sets the stage for Drake's disillusionment: 'Last time I looked to my right, you n****s was standing beside me. How can some people I love hang around pussies who try me? Let's go. What did I miss?' It's in the first verse, however, that Drake explicitly draws the parallel to Bitcoin, using its infamous price swings to illustrate the sudden turns of his former friends. One moment they're with him, the next they're against him, a stark reflection of Bitcoin's rollercoaster trajectory. The pivotal lines read: 'You switched on the guys and supported a hater, let's go. What's the getback for niggas? It's TBD. I look at this shit like a BTC. Could be down this week, then I'm up next week.' DRAKE "WHAT DID I MISS?" — Complex Music (@ComplexMusic) July 5, 2025This isn't Drake's first dance with Bitcoin, although his relationship with the cryptocurrency has been more about high-stakes gambling than long-term investment. While his personal BTC holdings remain unconfirmed, Drake has a well-documented history of making massive Bitcoin wagers on major sporting events. In 2024 alone, he lost over $1 million in BTC after two ill-fated bets on the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Finals. He famously backed the Dallas Mavericks for the NBA title and the Edmonton Oilers for the NHL's Stanley Cup, both of whom lost to the Boston Celtics and the Florida Panthers respectively. Drake also maintains an endorsement deal with the crypto gambling platform Stake, where he frequently places large bets using Bitcoin, further cementing his direct ties to the digital asset. 'What Did I Miss?' serves as a potent reflection, with Drake confronting the shifting loyalties and betrayals he experienced following the intense rap feud of 2024. He questions how individuals he once championed through collaborations, tours, and personal connections ultimately aligned themselves with his adversaries. The repeated refrain, 'What did I miss?', powerfully conveys both his disbelief and a profound introspection, as he attempts to grasp when and why these relationships fractured. Drake doesn't need to say he's a crypto influencer. His lyrics do the work. Bitcoin as betrayal. Crypto as chaos. A decentralized stand-in for loyalty lost and regained. It's also a major pop culture moment for Bitcoin, which has long sought mainstream validation beyond tech bros and Twitter charts. Now, it has one of the biggest rappers in the world referencing it to explain his pain. With one verse, Drake might have done more to make Bitcoin emotionally legible than most crypto CEOs have in years.
