On July 25, fans were excited when Drake teamed up with UK drill star Central Cee to release their highly anticipated song, “Which One.” This track serves as the second single from Drake’s upcoming album, ICEMAN, and excitement was high. The buzz grew even more after they teased the song during Drake’s performance at the Wireless Festival in London and later performed it live in Manchester on the release day. However, despite all the hype, “Which One” debuted at a surprising No. 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
Given Drake’s incredible success over the past decade and the recent hit that debuted at No. 2 just weeks earlier, many expected this new release to land in the top 10, with some even predicting it would reach the top 7. Unfortunately, the song’s debut fell short of those expectations, making it one of Drake’s lower-chart debuts in quite some time. The song offers a poignant and introspective glimpse into Drake’s emotions, particularly as he reflects on the aftermath of his public dispute with fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar.
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He touches on themes of loyalty and betrayal, with lines that hint at former friendships and the music industry. Central Cee adds his own sharp verses, bringing his unique London style into the collaboration. Despite the excitement surrounding this release, the song’s lower-than-expected debut suggests that buzz alone doesn’t guarantee a hit. Some fans believe that the timing of the release and its promotion could have influenced its performance. Others feel that while the lyrics are meaningful and personal, the song lacks the catchy appeal that many of Drake’s previous hits possessed.
For Central Cee, this represents a significant step into the U.S. music scene, but for Drake, these numbers may raise eyebrows, especially as he prepares to release his album. It remains to be seen whether “Which One” will gain popularity over time or be viewed as a lesser moment in Drake’s career. The expectations for Drake are incredibly high, and this time, he fell a little short.
