Drake Drops Explosive New Single “What Did I Miss?” Amid Loyalty Fallout

THE BLACK INSIDER

July 7, 2025

By Staff | Culture & Hip-Hop

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Toronto, ON — Grammy-winning rapper Drake lit up the internet this week with the surprise release of his latest single, “What Did I Miss?”, a scathing lyrical statement that addresses betrayal, shifting alliances, and the aftershocks of his high-profile feud with Kendrick Lamar. Released during a cinematic livestream titled “ICEMAN Episode 1”, the track marks a bold and personal pivot in Drake’s music — and fans are already calling it a return to form.

Co-produced by Tay Keith, DJ Lewis, and FNZ, “What Did I Miss?” wastes no time diving into tension and emotion. With layered synths and a cold, trap-infused beat, Drake uses the track as both a self-reflection and a call-out — aimed directly at those he feels abandoned him in his most public battle.

> “Last time I looked to my right, you n----s was standing beside me…

How can some people I love hang around p----- who try me?”

Many fans and critics believe these lyrics take aim at longtime friends — including NBA stars LeBron James and DeMar DeRozan — who were spotted at Kendrick Lamar’s Pop Out concert last month, standing in unity with Drake’s lyrical rival.

The song premiered during a high-production livestream on YouTube, which featured Drake in a chilling ice storage facility, reviewing files and scheming while surrounded by weapons. The visual ends with flashes of unreleased music and a cryptic promise: “ICEMAN Coming Soon.”

Whether “ICEMAN” is a full album, a docuseries, or both — Drake isn’t saying. But the rollout already has the industry buzzing.

“What Did I Miss?” is Drake’s first major solo release since his collaborative EP $ome $exy $ongs 4 U with PARTYNEXTDOOR earlier this year. Unlike that smooth, R&B-leaning project, this new single is gritty, raw, and sharply pointed. It’s a reminder that Drake isn’t just about vibes — he still knows how to strike back.

The single also hints at new music on the horizon, with a clip from another unreleased track titled “Super Max Deals” teased at the end of the ICEMAN video.

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Fans calling it “Drake’s most focused song in years”

Mixed reactions on social media: Some applaud the honesty; others call it sensitive

One thing is certain: Drake isn’t done. And he’s making sure everyone — especially those who didn’t stand by him — knows it.

Drake has always moved like a calculated chess player. But “What Did I Miss?” feels less like strategy and more like truth-telling. In a time when loyalty is often performative and alliances change overnight, this track cuts deep — both sonically and culturally.

And if ICEMAN is anything like this single, the rap game should brace for a cold, calculated storm.

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