Drake has seemingly supported fan theories that his latest album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, is being deliberately hidden on Spotify.
The rapper recently liked multiple social media posts calling out the platform for making his album harder to find, fueling speculation about possible streaming suppression.
Fans Question Spotify’s Search Results
The controversy began when fans noticed that searching for Drake and PartyNextDoor’s new album on Spotify didn’t bring up the project. However, Kendrick Lamar’s GNX album appeared instantly when searched.
One frustrated fan wrote, “Spotify on some bullsh*t,” pointing out the discrepancy. After Drake liked the post, more fans joined the discussion, claiming that Spotify might be limiting the album’s visibility.
This theory comes amid a strange issue with Apple Music, where asking Siri to play a Drake song redirects users to Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” Drake even referenced this in his lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), adding more fuel to the fire.
Spotify and Apple Music Chart Battle
Despite the controversy, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U had an explosive debut, securing the second-highest first-day streams of 2025. Songs like “Nokia,” “Gimme A Hug,” and “Celibacy” quickly became fan favorites.
If the album continues its dominance, Drake is set to overtake Kendrick Lamar as the most-streamed artist on Spotify—a rivalry that has been heating up for years.
Meanwhile, Drake is touring internationally on his Anita Max Win Tour, recently announcing that he will headline all three nights of Wireless Festival in the UK. This marks his first UK performance in seven years and follows his long-awaited return to Australia and New Zealand after a decade.
As Drake and Kendrick continue their chart supremacy battle, fans remain divided—is this a real issue or just streaming platform quirks?
