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 know 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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