Drake’s latest track “NOKIA” has been making waves, topping Spotify’s United States chart with 1.666 million streams. The song, which features on the PARTYNEXTDOOR collaboration album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, has gained significant attention from fans thanks to its catchy beat switch, infectious melodies, and Drake’s charismatic performance.
While some, like Elliott Wilson, have praised the song and its visuals, others, such as Charlamagne Tha God, have been less impressed. Wilson credited the direction of the music video and producer Elkan’s dynamic instrumental work, but Charlamagne accused Drake of copying Kendrick Lamar’s visual style, particularly for the IMAX production. Fans have noticed similarities between the two, but it remains unclear whether Drake intended to emulate or mock Lamar’s style.
The song’s rise to the top of the Spotify chart follows months of speculation among OVO fans, who have claimed that the platform was suppressing Drake’s releases. These theories gained momentum after Drake’s legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG) over his track “Not Like Us,” a Kendrick Lamar diss. Drake’s team alleged that Spotify collaborated with the label to manipulate streaming numbers and spread defamatory content. However, reports suggest that Drake’s lawyer, Michael Gottlieb, may retract claims of stream-botting in the lawsuit, although it remains to be seen what will happen in court.
Despite the controversy, “NOKIA” and its music video are continuing to perform well, solidifying Drake’s dominance in the music scene. The artist has also set a new record as Spotify’s most-streamed artist, surpassing 110 billion streams, a milestone that highlights the lasting impact of his music. As “NOKIA” continues to chart, fans are eager to see if it will remain a smash hit, or if future releases will outshine it.
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