Drake Confirms New Solo Album in the Works
Recent Collaborative Release
Drake recently unveiled his collaborative project titled $exy $ongs 4 U, featuring artist Partynextdoor. This album has been well-received, contributing to Drake’s ongoing success in the music industry.
Announcement of New Solo Project
During a livestream hosted by Adin Ross, Drake confirmed that he is actively working on a new solo album. He expressed his gratitude to fans for their support of $exy $ongs 4 U, stating, “Thank you to everybody that’s streaming the album. Every time, every journey. Working on a new album, it’s a slap.”
Insights from the Livestream
When Ross inquired if this upcoming project would be a solo endeavor, Drake affirmatively answered, “Yeah.” He also took a moment to appreciate his supporters, particularly those attending the upcoming Wireless Festival, saying, “Shout out to everybody that’s been showing us love, though, for real. On every song. Shout out to everybody that’s coming to Wireless. We love you so much.”
Background on Recent Works and Feuds
Prior to the announcement of his new project, Drake released his last solo album, For All the Dogs, in 2023. $exy $ongs 4 U arrived in February. Notably, last year, he engaged in a highly publicized feud with fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar, in addition to an ongoing legal challenge with Universal Music Group, his record label.
Teasers About the Future
In a recent Instagram post, Drake hinted at his “next chapter,” indicating that it may evoke strong feelings among listeners. He expressed his hope that his honesty would provide clarity on past messages and interactions with fans, stating, “I understand that this next chapter may leave you feeling uneasy, but I hope you see my honesty as clarity not charity.”
This sentiment echoes previous remarks made during his Australian tour in February, where he foreshadowed a forthcoming solo album by mentioning a future intimate conversation with his audience: “When the time is right, I’ll be back with another album, a one-on-one conversation with y’all that you need to hear.”
