If you let the internet tell it, Drake was knocked off the mountaintop after losing his 2024 rap beef to Kendrick Lamar, and there’s no sign of being able to regain supremacy. Nonetheless, he still reigned supreme on the commercial side, as he was named the best-selling rapper of 2024.
Drake: The Best-Selling Rapper of 2024
The Chart Data X account shared the announcement on Sunday (Jan. 5), reporting that the 38-year-old sold over eight million total album units in the United States in 2024. This is an especially noteworthy achievement, as it marks his 10th consecutive year being the best-selling rapper, but also because the Toronto superstar did not release a new album.
Drake’s Musical Achievements in 2024
Instead, his 2024 was focused on taking down his rival K. Dot with tracks like “Push Ups” and “Family Matters,” plus six records from his 100GB series and guest spots on songs with 4Batz, Sexyy Red, Camila Cabello, and Gordo.
Fans React to Drake’s Success
Fans in the comments focused on the Compton rapper and how he could not topple Drizzy in the numbers battle. “Damn Kendrick, who had his best year, still couldn’t beat Drake in sales even tho Drake didn’t drop an album lmao,” one user wrote.
Anticipation for Drake’s Next Project
Another user cited Kendrick Lamar’s lyrics from his “Like That” collaboration with Future and Metro Boomin. “Dang, I keep hearing a lot about this guy named Big Me, but he never shows up in any of the lists,” they wrote. There is much anticipation for Drake’s next project given what he endured in 2024, and one fan believes it will help to continue his legendary run. “Drake is about to have an even bigger year this year… If he drops a solo album, numbers will be insane,” they said.
Drake’s Focus on Settling Scores
While the 6 God has something to celebrate, he is seemingly focused on settling old scores and making it clear where he stands with people who have betrayed him. This past Friday (Jan. 3), a track titled “Fighting Irish Freestyle” produced by Conductor Williams surfaced online. He did not mention anyone by name, but several bars seemed aimed at Lamar in addition to DeMar DeRozan and LeBron James.
Controversy Surrounding “Fighting Irish Freestyle”
The song title itself is a reference to the mascot for James’ high school basketball team St. Vincent-St. Mary in Akron, Ohio. “The world fell in love with the gimmicks, even my brothers got tickets/ Seemed like they loved every minute/ Just know this sh*t is personal to us, and it wasn’t just business, Analyzin’ behavioral patterns, it’s somewhat suspicious,” he rapped, referring to the hoopers attending The Pop Out concert in June 2024.
Drake’s Relationship with LeBron James
LeBron James infamously expressed his enjoyment of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” during the 2024 Olympics, while teammate Steph Curry claimed he was getting tired of the song. Later on, Drake congratulated the US men’s Basketball team for securing the gold medal, but notably excluded LBJ from any of the photos that he posted, which raised eyebrows given their longtime friendship.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Drake’s reign as the best-selling rapper of 2024 solidifies his position in the music industry despite facing challenges from his competitors. With anticipation building for his next project and his focus on settling scores, fans can expect more groundbreaking music from the Canadian superstar in the coming years.
FAQs
Q: Will Drake release a new album in 2025?
A: While there is no official confirmation, fans are hopeful that Drake will drop a new album in 2025 following his successful year in 2024.
Q: What are some of Drake’s most popular songs from 2024?
A: Some of Drake’s standout tracks from 2024 include “Push Ups,” “Family Matters,” and his collaborations with artists like 4Batz, Sexyy Red, Camila Cabello, and Gordo.
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