Over the years, Future and Drake have joined forces on numerous occasions, assembling a joint catalog that spans the 2015 collaborative album What A Time To Be Alive and the chart-topping hits “Way 2 Sexy” and “Wait For U.” What began as a close creative partnership looked unsettled a couple of years ago, when Future became a prominent ally in the Drake/Kendrick Lamar feud, with Kendrick directing a volley at the Future/Metro Boomin collaboration on the track “Like That.” Today, however, the vibe between Drake and Future appears solid again. Earlier this year, Future hopped on Drake’s Iceman track “Ran To Atlanta.” Now, Drake steps back into the spotlight on a fresh Future single.
Back in July, Future released The Real Me, a sprawling project that felt messy and somewhat forgettable, notable for its lack of guest appearances. He’s back now with “Ya Hit,” a new single that arrives with three guest features. Alongside Drake, the track includes a verse from fellow superstar Travis Scott and a chorus delivered by rising Florida rapper Loe Shimmy. It’s the kind of event-style posse cut that isn’t as common as it used to be. And honestly, the cover art has me puzzled.
The track was produced by ATL Jacob and London Cyr, delivering a warped blend of glitchy bass and brooding, goth-tinged synth tones. Future, Travis Scott, and Loe Shimmy trade their lines in a manner that makes the crew feel like they’re chasing the dark, chaotic vibe associated with Playboi Carti’s goth-rap aesthetic. Drake, meanwhile, sticks to his signature approach, even throwing in a subtle dig at an unnamed rival: “Your album ain’t gettin’ no better/ It’s done, so submit it/ You know who gettin’ paid the same as your advance?/ My assistant.” Listen below.
“Ya Hit” is out now on Freebandz/Epic.
