Drake Drops Two Surprise Albums with 'ICEMAN' Release

On May 15, 2026, Canadian rapper Drake released two surprise albums in addition to his highly-anticipated project titled 'ICEMAN'. The project consists of 17 new tracks, with guest appearances from various artists.

Throughout 2025, Drake teased the project, providing subtle hints via social media and during concerts in his hometown of Toronto. The release date was announced through a unique fan engagement campaign that required fans to break a huge ice structure to uncover it.

The album opens with a track that addresses his father's battle with cancer, showcasing a vulnerable side of the artist. The project has been described as a blend of pop and hip-hop, featuring catchy flows and party-starting beats.

It debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart, selling 500,000 copies in its first week, marking it as one of the best-selling albums by a rapper in the past decade. The release is expected to generate ten million streams on the opening day, further solidifying Drake's illustrious catalog.