Kodak Black Drops New Album “Just Getting Started” with a Drake Shoutout
Kodak Black has released his latest album, “Just Getting Started,” as a Halloween treat for fans. The album offers a wide range of tracks, ensuring there is something for every fan. One of the standout songs is the melancholy, piano-led hi-hat ballad “All Love,” which features a notable shoutout to Drake in its opening verse.
On “All Love,” Kodak raps, “Ain’t want to take her to my place, so I brought her back to Marvin’s room / I was just talking to Drake and he said, ‘Kodak, I admire you’ / I said, ‘That means a lot to me ’cause st, n*a, I admire you.” This reference highlights Kodak’s ongoing admiration for the Toronto superstar, a sentiment he has expressed publicly amid what he sees as an unfair “hate campaign” targeting Drake.
Earlier this year, Kodak noted on social media, “One of these days, n***as are going to try and do me like Drake. Whole little hate Kodak campaign. Everybody who hate Kodak to the left.” Fans will be watching closely to see if Drake returns the nod on an upcoming release.
The relationship between Kodak Black and Drake has been interesting over the years. While there have been moments of tension, Kodak has collaborated with other high-profile artists like Kendrick Lamar and expressed frustration over not securing a collaboration with 21 Savage at the time. Despite the absence of an official project together, Kodak has claimed he is Drake’s favorite rapper, and both artists have shown mutual respect publicly.
Earlier this year, a track called “Skies Parted” leaked, reportedly from Drake’s “For All The Dogs” sessions in 2023. Rumors suggest there are more unreleased collaborations between the two, raising the possibility of an official joint track in the future. The mention on “All Love” may signal a fresh reference rather than a look back, keeping fans hopeful for new material.
“Just Getting Started” continues Kodak Black’s streak of engaging releases, blending personal reflections with contemporary rap sounds. The Drake shoutout adds intrigue, reinforcing Kodak’s presence in the conversation around current hip-hop collaborations. Fans should keep an eye on both artists for potential surprises in the coming months.
