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Drake and PartyNextDoor have gifted the world with a collab album just in time for Valentine’s Day, perfectly suited for all the lover boys and girls. The project starts with a nod to their roots in Toronto, paying homage to the iconic CN Tower that towers over the city they both call home.
Right out of the gate, the first three tracks—“CN Tower,” “Moth Balls,” and “Something About You”—set the tone, showcasing smooth vibes and catchy hooks that have listeners vibing from the jump. The album’s depth is undeniable, and just when you think you know the vibe, “Crying in Chanel” hits, leaving you ready to splurge on your baddie. But the standout moment? “Raining In Houston.” Here, Drake steps into full toxic mode, delivering raw lyrics and that signature vibe that fans know and love.
“Meet Your Padre” and “Nokia” take the listeners on an international journey. “Meet Your Padre” brings the heat with Latin-inspired energy, while “Nokia” gives a subtle nod to the sounds of Drake’s Honestly, Nevermind era. The diversity in production and style is a breath of fresh air, showing both artists’ ability to experiment and evolve.
This collab album isn’t just about love; it’s it also gives you some toxic vibes for those not in love. The way both Drake and PartyNextDoor express it in their own signature ways. Perfectly timed for Valentine’s, this album is setting the mood for everyone from the singles to the taken.
Album Ratings:
DJ Misses – 9
Dani – 5.5
Weso – 7
KP – 6.5
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Drake dropped off his highly anticipated collaborative album with PARTYNEXTDOOR, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, and the early returns are in on X and other social media platforms. However, fans are zeroing in on one track, “GIMME A HUG” which sees Drake addressing the Kendrick Lamar feud and throwing a shot at Joe Budden.
Drake, currently on tour in Australia and New Zealand, has largely brushed off the attacks on his name from Kendrick Lamar with some believing he gracefully bowed out. With his focus solely on playing his shows and the new $ome $exy $ongs 4 U project, fans were certain to scour the new project for clues into his current mindset.
Much of the album is solely focused on setting the mood considering the project dropped on Valentine’s Day, but “GIMME A HUG” is the clearest response fans have had in weeks from the Canadian superstar regarding all the chatter around his name and in the wake of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show that featured the scathing diss track, “Not Like Us.”
From “GIMME A HUG”:
Savage, you the only n*gga checkin’ on me when we really in some sh*t, brother
Melyssa Ford, you a legend from the 6, hate to see you with a d*ck sucker
Joe Budden recently had words for Drizzy after the rapper allegedly took shots at the podcaster on his Finsta account. Ford, the former video vixen and current co-host of The Joe Budden Podcast, received a favorable nod on the track.
Later in the verse, Drake raps, They be droppin’ sh*t, but we be droppin’ harder sh*t (Droppin’ harder sh*t)/F*ck a rap beef, I’m tryna get the party lit” which seems to be the clearest indication that he’s finally moving on from the beef.
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Drake and PartyNextDoor have officially announced their long-awaited collaborative album, ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’ set to drop on Valentine’s Day. This marks a huge moment for fans who’ve been eagerly awaiting a full project from the two, a duo with a longstanding history of collaboration and mutual respect. The anticipation goes all the way back to 2014 when PartyNextDoor first made waves with his debut project P1, which featured Drake on the track “Over Here,” delivering one of his most memorable verses. From that point on, Drake has been a constant presence in Party’s career, appearing on every single one of his projects and often singing his praises as one of his favorite artists.
Partynextdoor, signed to Drake’s OVO Sound label, has not only built a successful solo career but also contributed behind the scenes, notably penning Rihanna’s smash hit “Work.” A reference track from that era even leaked, with Party’s vocals sounding just as smooth as the final version. Further fueling the excitement, fans have long speculated that Party contributed heavily to tracks on Drake’s ‘If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late’—with some even uncovering a leaked reference for the intro “Legend” where PX was singing.
Given their chemistry both in the studio and behind the scenes, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U is bound to be a project that will reward fans who’ve been patiently waiting for years. With a mix of catchy hooks and sultry vibes, this Valentine’s Day release is set to be one for the books.
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