Drake Secures No. 1 Hit, Ties Rihanna

Tory Lanez has publicly expressed his support for Drake during an interview from prison, praising him for standing against industry pressures and the challenges he faces, particularly following the release of Drake's new album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U. Lanez, while incarcerated for his conviction related to the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, emphasized his pride in artists who resist industry manipulation. Meanwhile, Drake's album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with the track 'Nokia' leading on the Digital Song Sales chart, marking Drake's fourteenth No. 1 in that category, tying him with Rihanna. On tour, Drake has faced betrayals from several former collaborators, leading him to call out those who have remained loyal to him during a concert. However, he has postponed the remaining Australian and New Zealand tour dates due to scheduling conflicts, with plans to reschedule. The dynamic between Drake and his peers, alongside Lanez's commentary, reflects ongoing tensions and support within the hip-hop community.