HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:16:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 Drake Shows Off Cam’ron’s Pink Range Rover In “FOMO” Short Film https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009933-drake-flexes-camrons-pink-range-rover-music-news Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:15:59 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009933 Drake showed off Cam'ron's legendary pink Range Rover from the "Killa Cam" and "Get Em Girls" music videos.

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Drake showed off Cam’ron’s pink 2003 Range Rover L322 HSE during his “FOMO” short film. The vehicle is the same one Cam’ron customized in pink back in 2003. It became one of the most recognizable cars in hip-hop after showing up in a couple of his music videos.

Cam’ron had the Range Rover repainted and re-trimmed in pink shortly after buying it new. He only kept the car for about a year before deciding to sell it, reportedly because it drew too much attention wherever he drove it. From there, the car changed hands a few times over the years.

It’s not entirely clear how the Range Rover ended up with Drake, but it’s now part of his personal collection. Seeing it resurface this way after changing owners multiple times makes for an interesting piece of hip-hop car history.

The Range Rover appeared in “FOMO” alongside several other standout pieces from Drake’s collection. That included a handful of rare and high-end cars, showing just how deep his taste in collecting actually runs.

Read More: Every Cameo From Drake’s “FOMO” Short Film

Drake Flexes Cam’ron’s Pink Range Rover

Drake has built a reputation for collecting pieces tied directly to hip-hop history. Owning Cam’ron’s actual pink Range Rover fits right into that pattern. It’s less about the car itself and more about what it represents.

That Range Rover became closely associated with a specific look and era in rap. Cam’ron didn’t just drive it, he turned it into part of his whole image at the time. Even now years later, fans still associate it.

Drake picking up a car like this shows how much these kinds of pieces have come to matter within hip-hop circles. It’s a reminder that some of these items hold more value than their actual price tag would actually say.

For fans, seeing this car resurface adds a fun full-circle moment to its story. Drake loves using subliminal messages and hidden easter eggs, whether it’s in his music or visual projects, and this adds to the list. Whatever he does next, people will be watching.

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Lil Durk’s Racketeering Charges, Explained https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009801-lil-durk-racketeering-charges-explained Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:13:43 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009801 Here's everything you need to know about Lil Durk's upcoming trial.

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It’s a new day for Lil Durk as he beat his murder-for-hire case, but there are still ways to go before he’s released from federal custody. The rapper, whose legal name is Durk Banks, faces a separate trial centered on a broader allegation of murder in aid of racketeering, commonly known as a VICAR charge. Federal prosecutors allege that he led a criminal organization that used money, violence, and the opportunities associated with his music career to facilitate criminal activity.

At the center of that case is what prosecutors call the “Banks Gang Enterprise.” The government alleges that the organization grew out of Only The Family (OTF), the collective the Chicago rapper founded, and that some OTF members and associates became part of a criminal operation that extended beyond music. The allegations include violence, drug trafficking, robbery, witness intimidation, and other criminal activity. Most importantly, prosecutors allege that Durk used money and opportunities available through OTF to reward members and maintain their standing in the enterprise.

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What The Government Is Alleging Against Lil Durk

The indictment describes Durk as someone who allegedly funded parts of that operation, including providing money, cars, and travel. It also alleges that members could receive financial rewards, jewelry, music opportunities, and placements in Durk or OTF’s videos for acts carried out on behalf of the group.

The indictment points to several incidents as examples of how the alleged enterprise operated. In one alleged incident in Atlanta in February 2019, prosecutors say the rapper and others attempted to kill a man following a dispute over a stolen vehicle. After the November 2020 killing of King Von, whom prosecutors identify as a member of the alleged enterprise and a close friend of the rapper, the indictment says Durk and others discussed retaliating against people they believed were responsible.

Prosecutors then connect that alleged retaliation to two separate incidents involving Quando Rondo, the rapper who was the intended target of the 2022 Los Angeles shooting. They connect that alleged retaliation to an attempted killing of Rondo in Georgia in May 2021, as well as a separate killing in Chicago in January 2022.

Lil Durk is not charged with those additional killings as separate murder counts. Instead, those incidents are included in the indictment as alleged examples of the activity surrounding the Banks Gang Enterprise.

Racketeering Allegations & The Los Angeles Shooting

Prosecutors allege that Durk and others wanted Rondo killed and that the attack was connected to the alleged enterprise’s effort to retaliate for King Von’s death. The attempted killing ultimately resulted in the death of Rondo’s cousin Saviay’a “Lul Pab” Robinson.

The first trial centered on the alleged murder-for-hire and stalking scheme surrounding the Los Angeles shooting. The jury ultimately found Durk not guilty on all five charges.

The government’s main racketeering count alleges that Robinson was killed as part of the Banks Gang Enterprise, with the violence intended to help Durk and the other defendants maintain or strengthen their standing within the group, or in exchange for financial benefits. There is also a separate racketeering-conspiracy charge, along with a firearm-related count tied to the alleged Los Angeles violence.

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Why Durk Is Facing Another Trial After Being Acquitted

The fact that the Los Angeles shooting appears in both cases doesn’t automatically mean the two prosecutions are legally identical. The murder-for-hire case centered on the alleged scheme to have Rondo killed, including the use of interstate travel and communications, which resulted in Robinson’s death. The racketeering case places that same event within a set of alleged activity involving Atlanta, Georgia, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

That distinction became important before the first trial even began. Prosecutors attempted to add the racketeering allegations to the existing case, but U.S. District Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald ultimately separated the new charges and scheduled them for a second trial. As LA Magazine‘s Taylor Parise reported, Fitzgerald questioned why prosecutors had waited so long to bring the new allegation and described the situation as the “Chicago tail” wagging the “Los Angeles dog.”

The result is that Durk’s next trial is not another trial over the same five charges. Ultimately, it centers on a separate set of racketeering allegations concerning the alleged Banks Gang Enterprise, with Robinson’s death included as one of the alleged acts connected to that organization.

What The Government Has To Prove

For the racketeering murder charge, the government has to prove more than that Durk was connected to the people involved in the Los Angeles shooting. As LA Magazine explains, prosecutors must establish that Robinson was murdered under California law and that the killing was carried out for the purpose of helping Durk and his alleged co-defendants gain entrance to, maintain, or increase their positions in the Banks Gang Enterprise, or in exchange for economic value from the enterprise. The case also includes a racketeering-conspiracy charge, plus a separate federal firearm charge tied to the alleged Los Angeles violence.

Durk’s September acquittal does not resolve those separate allegations, which is why he remains in custody ahead of the October 5 trial. His former co-defendants Deandre Wilson and David Lindsey, meanwhile, were convicted of three stalking-related charges in the first trial but acquitted of the two murder-for-hire charges.

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Drake’s Mother Flexes “ICEMOM” Tattoo https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009927-drake-flexes-icemom-tattoo Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:07:30 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009927 Drake's mother Sandra Graham was a big part of his "FOMO" short film, and she even showed off her new "ICEMAN" inspired ink.

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Drake delivered his “FOMO” short film on Tuesday night, and it has been the talk of the hip-hop world. This should not be a big surprise, especially when you consider how Drizzy is the biggest rapper in the world.

Fans are always eager to either praise or critique whatever he does. That was especially true as it pertains to this livestream. Having said that, the artist did come through with some impressive visuals, and the song snippets also left us intrigued and wanting more.

Throughout the short film, there were some interesting segments. One of those segments took place near the beginning, and it featured the artist’s mom, Sandra Graham. In fact, there was one scene in which it was revealed that she now has a tattoo on her wrist that says “ICEMOM.” Of course, this is a refence to Drake’s latest album, ICEMAN.

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Sandra Graham Is The ICEMOM

Drake has always shown love to his mother. In fact, a younger version of her is featured on the cover art for MAID OF HONOUR. Throughout the short film segment, Sandra can be seen alongside some of her longtime friends. They discuss memories about their lifestyles and drifting apart, only to come back together throughout the years.

It was a sweet moment during the livestream, and there is absolutely nothing to critique on that front. Unless, of course, you are the ultimate cynical hater.

Unfortunately, this new short film did not come with an album announcement. While Drake has made it clear that a tour is coming, we are still unsure of how his new music will eventually be packaged.

With songs with Don Toliver and Yeat in the vault, we can only imagine what else the megastar has in store.

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Every Cameo From Drake’s “FOMO” Short Film https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009918-every-cameo-drake-fomo Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:18:52 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009918 Drake has officially released his "FOMO" short film, and as you can imagine, there were a ton of features within it.

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Drake came through with his “FOMO” livestream on Tuesday night, and as advertised, it was a short film. Throughout the film, we got numerous new song snippets, with features from Don Toliver and even Yeat.

Overall, it was an impressive display from Drake. He delivered visuals for some underrated MAID OF HONOUR tracks, and he also collaborated with a ton of famous friends. The cameo list is pretty extensive, and you couldn’t help but point at your screen like Leonardo DiCaprio every time they appeared.

On the music side, people like Ella Langley, Sexyy Red, Stunna Sandy, and even Don Toliver were in the video. Meanwhile, content creators like Lena The Plug, BenDaDonnn, and even goth baddie Pinkchyu made appearances. We also got to see Kevin Durant and an extended segment with Drake’s mother, Sandra Graham.

Read More: From “So Far Gone” To “ICEMAN”: Drake’s Album Eras Through Sneakers

Drake FOMO Cameos Show Up And Show Out

Full list of cameos:

  • Sexyy Red
  • Stunna Sandy
  • Sandra Graham
  • Winnie Harlow
  • Lena The Plug
  • Kevin Durant
  • BenDaDonnn
  • Don Toliver
  • Pinkchyu
  • The People Gallery
  • Loe Shimmy
  • His accountant
  • Ella Langley

With all of the new music that was shown off, it is easy to see why fans believe an album is coming. Drake has confirmed that he is going on tour, but a new album is still a big unknown. At least for right now.

The song with Don Toliver is of particular interest to fans given just how big the hooks sound on it. Both Toliver and Drizzy put in dope performances, and the song sounds like it has number one hit potential.

Meanwhile, the “Choosin Texas” remix is an R&B rework of the song, and we are certainly intrigued to hear a whole lot more.

Let us know your thoughts on the short film, in the comments below.

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Painkiller – Song by Joy Crookes featuring Denzel Curry https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009909-painkiller-joy-crookes-denzel-curry Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:53:36 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009909 Joy Crookes and Denzel Curry have teamed up for the new song "Painkiller," which is an interesting blending of styles.

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Talented singer-songwriter Joy Crookes has returned with the new song “Painkiller,” which features the incredible Denzel Curry. Crookes has made a name for herself with her enthralling voice and warm songwriting chops. On the song “Painkiller,” those positive tendencies return as Crookes delivers a buttery-smooth song that was made with the Fall season in mind. Meanwhile, we get a solid guest verse from Denzel Curry, who does not sound out of place. It’s a cool collaboration, and we look forward to hearing more from Crookes, very soon.

Release Date: September 15, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, R&B

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Painkiller

Bad girl, that’s not me, I just wanted Rocky to my Rih
Karaoke hearts singing scripted bars
They say ignorant is bliss and we are
Tongue stained cherry B, you say how you love it when I’m happy

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From “So Far Gone” To “ICEMAN”: Drake’s Album Eras Through Sneakers https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009748-drake-album-eras-sneakers Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:53:26 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009748 From the Bred 1s of his Young Money days to the icy Alaska VAA Jordan 1 of the ICEMAN era, here's Drake's career told through sneakers.

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Very few artists have had their style evolve as visibly as Drake. From chunky and heavy fits during the Take Care era to becoming one of the most closely watched names in sneaker culture, the journey has been huge.

More than any other rapper today, his footwear has tracked alongside his music in a way that tells a story. Each album brought a different version of Drake, and more often than not, a different shoe to match. Here’s Drake’s entire discography, told by sneakers.

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So Far Gone (2009): Nike Air Force 1 Low “Triple White”

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So Far Gone is where everything started. The 2009 mixtape turned Drake from a Degrassi actor into one of the most anticipated names in rap overnight.

His style at this point was pure Toronto street with no OVO branding, no Jordan collabs, no luxury pivot. The triple white Air Force 1 Low was the default shoe of that world, the same one Jay-Z had been rhyming about for years and the same one that Harlem and the Bronx had already turned into a cultural piece.

Before any deal, before any collab, before anyone knew what Drake’s sneaker story was going to look like, this is the shoe that fit the moment.

Thank Me Later (2010): Air Jordan 1 “Bred”

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Thank Me Later dropped in 2010 when Drake was still finding his way as a style figure. He was deep in the Young Money ecosystem, wearing Jordans constantly but without any real collab story behind them yet.

The Bred 1 is the right shoe for this chapter. It’s a classic, undecorated Jordan that doesn’t need any cosign or branding.

Drake was the same at this point because the talent was obvious, but the fully formed identity hadn’t come yet. The Bred 1 also retroed in 2011, keeping it in heavy rotation during exactly this window of his career. Before OVO and before NOCTA, this is the shoe that fits the era.

Take Care (2011): Timberland 6-Inch Boot “Wheat”

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Take Care is by many considered Drake’s best album, but his style during this era told a different story. He was leaning heavily into chunky knits, fitted suits, and Timberland boots rather than anything that would turn heads in a sneaker conversation.

The wheat 6-inch was his most documented footwear of this period, showing up on tour, in candid shots, and throughout the Club Paradise run in 2012. It wasn’t a sneaker flex but was a Toronto default, the same boot that Jay-Z and Biggie built into hip-hop history years before Drake started rapping.

Ironically, Take Care is the album that made him a global icon. The shoe he was wearing at the time was anything but flashy. Sometimes the honest choice tells the better story.

Nothing Was The Same (2013): Air Jordan 11 “Gamma Blue”

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Nothing Was The Same marked the moment Drake stopped being the new guy and started being the guy. The album was more confident, more polished, and more expensive than anything he had put out before.

The “Gamma Blue” 11 matches that energy. It dropped in December 2013, right in the heart of the NWTS rollout, and immediately became one of the most talked-about Jordan releases of the year. The black upper, bright gamma blue accents, and icy translucent outsole gave it a look that felt both classic and fresh.

It was simply a great shoe that everyone wanted, which is exactly what Drake was becoming as an artist at this point in his career. The timing could not have been more fitting as December 2013 was the exact month Drake announced his partnership with Jordan Brand.

If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late (2015): OVO x Air Jordan 10 “White”

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If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late was the project that proved Drake didn’t need a traditional rollout to dominate. It dropped with minimal warning and still debuted at number one, with standout features from PARTYNEXTDOOR, Travis Scott, and Lil Wayne helping carry it.

The OVO x Air Jordan 10 “White” came the same year and carried a similar energy. The tumbled leather upper, stingray detailing along the uppers, gold OVO owl branding, and a translucent outsole with gold detail made it one of the most refined Jordan collabs anyone had seen from a rapper at that point.

It wasn’t loud, but it didn’t really need to be. This was the moment Drake’s sneaker identity was pretty locked in.

What A Time To Be Alive (2015): Air Jordan 12 “OVO Black”

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What A Time To Be Alive dropped in September 2015, right in the middle of Drake’s most dominant stretch. He and Future linked up and recorded the whole thing in roughly 6 days.

The tape included “Jumpman,” a Metro Boomin-produced banger where Drake rapped directly about his OVO Jordan collection. Jordan Brand responded on Twitter the same day with a photo of Drake and the caption “Somethin’ light.” The OVO x Air Jordan 12 “Black” captures this era better than anything else.

Dark, monochromatic, and built for someone operating at the very top of the game. The all-black build with gold OVO detailing matched Future’s energy as much as it did Drake’s luxury feel.

Views (2016): OVO x Air Jordan 12 “White”

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Views was Drake at his commercial peak. The album spent 13 consecutive weeks at number one and produced some of the biggest records of his career.

The OVO x Air Jordan 12 “White” dropped during NBA All-Star Weekend in February 2016 and immediately became the most talked-about collab in his Jordan Brand history. White tumbled leather across the entire upper, gold Jumpman and OVO owl branding throughout, and a premium finish that was closer to a luxury fashion release than a traditional sneaker drop.

It remains one of the cleanest Jordan collabs ever produced by any artist, and it landed at a moment when Drake was the biggest artist on the planet. Hard to think of a better-fitting shoe for this chapter.

More Life (2017): Nike Air Max 97 “Silver Bullet”

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More Life wasn’t a traditional album. It was a playlist, a genre-blending project that pulled from Afrobeats, dancehall, UK grime, and hip-hop all at once. Drake was operating globally, and the shoe that best captures that energy isn’t one of his OVO collabs.

The shoe retroed in 2017 and immediately became one of the most sought-after releases of the year, crossing borders and appealing to sneakerheads across every scene. Designer Christian Tresser drew the rippled upper lines from the image of water droplets expanding in a pond, with the metallic finish inspired by mountain bikes.

Sneaker culture quickly gave it the Silver Bullet nickname, and it stuck. More Life had that same quality, a project that felt like it came from everywhere and belonged to everyone.

Scorpion (2018): OVO x Air Jordan 8 “Black”

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Scorpion was Drake’s most personal and most divisive project. A double album dropped in the middle of his beef with Pusha T and the public revelation about his son Adonis. It was a heavy moment, and the OVO x Air Jordan 8 “Black” fits it better than almost anything else in his catalog.

The shoe was released publicly on February 16th, 2018, during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, built across a mix of premium tumbled and smooth leather in an all-black build. Metallic gold OVO owl branding hit the heel tab, gold accents ran across the midsole, and a tongue patch with a red Jumpman logo added the only color break in an otherwise blacked-out design.

The AJ8 is already an aggressive silhouette, and the OVO treatment leaned directly into that energy. A shoe that matched the mood of a difficult year without needing to say much about it.

Care Package (2019): OVO x Air Jordan 8 “White”

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Care Package was Drake going back into his own catalog. A compilation of tracks from 2010 to 2016 that had been leaked, shelved, or kept off streaming platforms entirely. It wasn’t a new artistic statement. It was Drake opening the archive and letting fans revisit where he had been.

The OVO x Air Jordan 8 “White” had dropped the year before during NBA All-Star Weekend 2018, built on a clean white leather upper with gold OVO owl branding on the heel pull tab and a tongue patch. It represented his Jordan Brand partnership at its most refined.

Dark Lane Demo Tapes (2020): Off-White x Nike Air Max 90 “Black”

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Dark Lane Demo Tapes wasn’t trying to be a studio album. It was a collection of demos, leaks, and experimental cuts dropped during COVID lockdown, spanning UK drill, trap, SoundCloud rap, and late night R&B across 14 tracks.

The Off-White x Nike Air Max 90 “Black” had released the year before in February 2019, but the aesthetic belonged entirely to the DLDT era. Virgil Abloh’s deconstructed build left exposed foam, raw edges, and industrial stitching visible across the upper, giving the shoe an intentionally unfinished quality that mirrored what the mixtape was.

A project from pieces that were never meant to be heard together, paired with a shoe that showed its own construction.

Certified Lover Boy (2021): NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 “Love You Forever”

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Certified Lover Boy was Drake’s love album, wrapped in controversy and delivered with the kind of confidence that comes from knowing exactly who you are. The NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 “Love You Forever” matched that energy perfectly.

Named after the children’s book Drake’s mother read to him growing up, the shoe dropped in December 2022 after manufacturing delays and immediately became one of the most personal releases in his entire catalog. Built on a clean white tumbled leather AF1 Low base, it replaced the standard AIR lettering on the midsole with handwritten “Love You Forever” cursive.

The outsole swapped the traditional star traction nodes at the toe tip and heel tip for miniature molded hearts, a quiet detail that only revealed itself once you flipped the shoe over. No loud branding, no gimmicks. It’s a personal reference hidden inside a shoe most people would wear every day.

Honestly, Nevermind (2022): NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra “Triple White”

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Honestly, Nevermind was one of the most surprising albums of Drake’s career. A full house and dance record dropped with zero warning, built around Gordo, Black Coffee, and &Me rather than his usual collaborators. It divided opinion immediately.

The NOCTA x Nike Hot Step Air Terra in Triple White fits that chapter perfectly. It released in March 2022 as the debut NOCTA footwear drop, built around a chunky silhouette that felt completely different from anything Drake had put his name on before.

The Hot Step matched the crisp, European club aesthetic of Honestly, Nevermind without trying to anchor itself to the OVO Jordan world he had built over the previous decade.

Her Loss (2022): NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Citron Tint”

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Her Loss was Drake and 21 Savage being fully rap-forward. After the detour of Honestly Nevermind, this was a hard reset. Aggressive, confident, and built for people who wanted Drake back in his lane.

The NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Citron Tint” captures that energy even if it arrived two years after the album. The all-over citron leather build with “Love You Forever” script on the midsole is understated in color but loaded with meaning.

It sits in the Love You Forever series Drake built through NOCTA, expanding on the original white pair with a warmer, more assertive tone. Her Loss had that same quality.

For All The Dogs (2023): NOCTA x Nike Glide

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For All The Dogs was Drake getting back to basics. Less polished, more direct, and built around the kind of rap energy that made him famous in the first place. The NOCTA x Nike Glide matched that shift.

It was the most ambitious NOCTA shoe release to date, built around a black mesh upper with a bold black and white stripe pattern across the midsole, a white Swoosh, and an icy outsole underneath.

The silhouette itself was entirely new, designed from scratch through the NOCTA partnership rather than built on an existing Nike base. Individual letter branding spelled out NIKE across the toe eyelets, adding a detail that rewarded closer inspection. It looked like nothing else on the market when it dropped.

For All The Dogs had that same energy. The Glide was the right shoe for a moment when Drake was clearly done playing it safe.

$ome $exy $ongs 4 U (2025): NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Pink Foam”

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$ome $exy $ongs 4 U was Drake and PartyNextDoor doing exactly what the title promised. Relaxed, romantic, and built for a specific mood. The NOCTA x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Pink Foam” dropped in early 2025 as part of the expanding Love You Forever series and fits this chapter perfectly.

A monochromatic pink foam leather upper, “Love You Forever” script on the midsole, heart-shaped grip patterns on the outsole, and customizable alphabet bead laces. Every detail was personal and intentional.

The shoe debuted in a campaign video featuring Latto before making its pop-up appearance at Art Basel Miami, both moments that matched the relaxed energy of the collab project. Clean, sentimental, and built for exactly the kind of music Drake and PartyNextDoor were making.

Habibti (2026): NOCTA x Nike Air Zoom Drive “White”

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Habibti was the softest and most melodic of Drake’s three simultaneous May 2026 releases. It’s an R&B project sitting alongside two louder other albums.

The NOCTA x Nike Air Zoom Drive in “Summit White” fits that energy precisely. Resurrecting an archival late-90s Alpha Project runner, Drake updated the model with a tonal mix of breathable mesh, perforated leather mudguards, and clean exposed heel Zoom Air units.

It skips loud color blocking in favor of a sleek, monochromatic profile that feels refined and quiet. Habibti has a deeper, subtle cut from an artist who knows when to turn the volume down and focus on mood over flash.

Maid Of Honour (2026): CLOT x Nike Air Max 1 “Kiss of Death”

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Maid Of Honour was the most experimental of Drake’s 3 May 2026 releases, drawing on international influences and pushing his sound further outside the OVO blueprint than he had ever gone before.

The CLOT x Nike Air Max 1 “Kiss of Death” fits that chapter better than anything in the standard Nike catalog. Edison Chen’s Hong Kong-based label produced one of the most culturally significant Air Max 1 collabs ever made, built around a translucent mesh upper that revealed a red silk lining underneath when held to the light.

It was a shoe that bridged East and West, drew from Chinese culture and global streetwear simultaneously, and was unlike anything Nike had done before. Maid Of Honour is in that same space.

ICEMAN (2026): Virgil Abloh Archive x Air Jordan 1 High OG “Alaska”

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ICEMAN is Drake’s coldest and most visual project. Ice blue, chrome, white, and diamond throughout. The Virgil Abloh Archive x Air Jordan 1 High “Alaska” is the right shoe to close this list on. It dropped April 3, 2026, just weeks before ICEMAN arrived, and immediately became one of the most talked-about Jordan releases of the year.

The all-white deconstructed build carried every signature Abloh detail: exposed tongue layers, orange Swoosh tab, “AIR” lettering on the midsole. It’s now rebranded from “Off-White for Nike” to “V.A.A. for Nike” under the stewardship of Shannon Abloh and the Virgil Abloh Archive.

The shoe originally released as a European exclusive in 2018 and had never seen a global drop until now. Clean, considered, and carrying the weight of a creative legacy that the entire industry is still reckoning with. ICEMAN is Drake planting his flag at the top of his career and we’ll just have to see what’s next.

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Rock Ya Body – Song by Rakim, Kurupt, & Masta Killa featuring Ghostface Killa, Daz Dillinger, & Raekwon https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009905-rock-ya-body-rakim-kurupt-masta-killa-ghostface-killah-daz-dillinger-raekwon Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:44:50 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009905 Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa are back with a new single featuring Ghostface Killah, Daz Dillinger, and the legendary Raekwon.

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Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa are dropping The Godbody LP on Friday. To celebrate, the three have delivered another track, this time called “Rock Ya Body.” The song is produced by Rakim, who does not have a verse on the song. However, there are three legendary features: Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and Daz Dillinger. As you can imagine, the song features some incredible rapping. After decades in the game, all five of these MCs still sound fantastic. Meanwhile, Rakim’s production brings infectious energy to the song.

Release Date: September 16, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: The Godbody LP

Quotable Lyrics from Rock Ya Body

We was targets in the ‘jects
While you was in the stroller, we was moving all the wet
I might’ve changed your diaper, let your mother hold a TEC
When you start to cry, it’s like: “Quiet on the set!”

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Drake Gets An Emo Makeover From Pinkchyu In Visual For “Princess” https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009900-drake-pinkchyu-emo-makeover Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:34:26 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009900 Drake premiered his "FOMO" short film on Tuesday, and it included a cameo from Pinkchyu, who updated the rapper's style.

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A few weeks ago, Drake set the hip-hop world ablaze when he did a stream on Kick in which he hosted a 20v1 dating show. Numerous women were vying for his love, and among the three finalists were Lena The Plug and a goth content creator named Pinkchyu.

Famously, Drake barked for Pinkchyu and subsequently declared her the winner. From there, he promised to buy the woman’s mother a house. Pinkchyu was delighted by this, and ended up giving the artist a big hug.

On Tuesday, Drake and Pinkchyu reunited, this time for the “FOMO” short film. As you will see below, Pinkchyu’s segment was a visual for the song “Princess.” In fact, the goth creator gave Drake an emo makeover. The two then went to an iconic Toronto staple, Medieval Times, for a date.

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Drake Goes Goth

As you can imagine, Drake’s emo look led to some harsh criticism online. He got hit with the typical age comments, all while some felt as though this was simply a childish ploy at attempting to appear hip. However, his fans were adamant that this is just another example of Drake having fun. He’s willing to not take himself seriously, which has made him endearing to the average fan.

In the end, the “FOMO” livestream was a massive success. He had tens of thousands of viewers watching live, and he also previewed some new music. Some of these songs even feature artists like Don Toliver and Yeat. We even heard an extended snippet of his “Choosin Texas” remix, which is a complete R&B reworking of the song.

At this time, it is unknown whether or not an album is on the horizon. Considering all of the new music that was shared, one has to assume something is coming. For now, however, Drake is keeping that information under wraps.

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Tory Lanez Is Going On Tour…Sort Of https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009896-tory-lanez-not-on-tor-tour Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:11:28 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009896 Tory Lanez is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, but now, he is set to host a "Not on Tor, Tour."

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Tory Lanez is currently in prison as he serves a decade-long sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot during a dispute in the Summer of 2020. While Lanez has attempted to appeal his case, he has been denied on numerous occasions.

Now, it appears as though he is looking to go on tour. Of course, it’s not a tour he’ll be physically present for. Given his current predicament, that would be impossible. Instead, he is going on what is called the “Not On Tor, Tour.”

Essentially, the artist will be offering “listening experiences” in various cities throughout the Fall season. Select cities have already been announced, while Montreal and Toronto are waiting on dates of their own.

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Tory Lanez Announces Tour

Not On Tor, Tour Dates:

  • New York — Sept. 25
  • Los Angeles — Oct. 15
  • Washington, D.C. — Oct. 22
  • New Orleans — Nov. 12
  • Pittsburgh — Nov. 13

At this time, it is unclear what the listening experience is going to be about. There are numerous possibilities for how this will all go down. Is there just going to be a DJ playing old Tory Lanez songs? Is new music going to be previewed? Will Tory make an appearance over a Zoom call? These are the questions we can’t help but ask amidst this announcement.

Despite his time in prison, there are still fans who are dedicated to the Tory Lanez cause. This has allowed him to release “Lost Tapes” while incarcerated.

Whether or not this new endeavor is a success remains to be seen. It appears to be an attempt at doing something revolutionary in the world of touring. However, it seems like it is nothing more than a glorified listening party.

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Adam22 Reacts To Lena The Plug’s Cameo In Drake’s “FOMO” Short Film https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1009891-lena-the-plug-drake-adam22-fomo-reaction Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:51:35 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1009891 Lena The Plug was a video vixen in Drake's new "FOMO" short film, and her estranged husband Adam22 gave his thoughts.

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Adam22 and Lena The Plug are reportedly separated right now. This comes amid a fake divorce filing that was reportedly filed by a stalker. Consequently, the breakup has caused some confusion, with some claiming it is a publicity stunt.

Interestingly enough, Lena The Plug was featured in Drake’s “FOMO” livestream last night. This shouldn’t be that much of a surprise when you consider how she was a finalist in his 20v1 just about a month ago. However, the timing couldn’t be any more suspect considering her separation from Adam22.

In fact, with fans voicing their opinions on her appearance all over social media, Adam decided to weigh in. Instead of being upset, he caused even more confusion about the state of their relationship.

“So proud of my baby!! The Boy has great taste,” Adam said.

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Adam22 Weighs In On Lena The Plug x Drake

Despite the two not being together anymore, he continues to call her his “baby.” Not to mention, he seems particularly proud that Drake would choose his wife for the short film. For a guy who recently got broken up with, he doesn’t seem pressed. Of course, this could all just be a facetious ploy to look unbothered. Ultimately, you can’t rule out a publicity stunt when it comes to these two.

Drake had plenty of other big cameos in his short film. For instance, we saw Stunna Sandy, Sexyy Red, BenDaDonnn, Kevin Durant, Pinkchyu, Winnie Harlow, and even his own mother.

Overall, the stream proved to be a success, especially with the sheer amount of new music that was shown off throughout the evening. There are new songs on the horizon, with features from Don Toliver and Yeat.

Let us know what you thought of the short film in the comments below.

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