Drake drops surprise triple album release in streaming shock move

Published 15 May, 2026 12:05pm 1 min read
-- Reuters
-- Reuters

Canadian rapper Drake has surprised fans by releasing three albums at the same time, in a move that triggered widespread reactions across streaming platforms and social media.

The albums titled Iceman, Habibti and Maid of Honour were released simultaneously on May 15, catching listeners off guard after weeks of teasers linked to his ongoing “Iceman” livestream series.

Fans expecting a single album instead found a three-project rollout, with each record exploring a different sound and style.

According to initial details, Iceman focuses on darker rap production and includes collaborations with artists such as Future and 21 Savage.

Maid of Honour features a more melodic and upbeat direction with appearances from Central Cee and Popcaan, while Habibti leans towards moody R&B sounds, including a collaboration with PARTYNEXTDOOR.

Shortly after release, users reported heavy traffic on streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, with some experiencing glitches and delays as demand surged.

The release follows Drake’s recent livestream promotions and comes after his publicly followed feud with rapper Kendrick Lamar, which has drawn continued attention to his lyrics and recent output.

Fans online reacted with surprise and debate, with some praising the scale of the release and others questioning the decision to drop three albums at once.

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