Drake shared a quiet but conspicuous image this week: a photograph of his son, Adonis Graham, wearing an OTF chain. This chain is said to have been a gift from Lil Durk. The picture appeared on Drake’s Instagram Story on Tuesday night, without caption or explanation. Moreover, at a time when Durk remains in custody awaiting trial, the post was widely interpreted as a gesture of solidarity.
The image quickly circulated after DJ Akademiks reposted it. This prompted a wave of commentary online. “Seems like Drake the only holding Dem boys down when they go thru,” one user wrote. Meanwhile, another added, “Durk tryna keep that OVO stimulus package.” Drake did not elaborate. Instead, he allowed the symbolism to speak for itself.
Durk, whose legal name is Durk Derrick Banks, has been detained since 2024. He faces federal charges that include conspiracy, murder-for-hire, and firearm-related offenses tied to a 2022 shooting. That shooting allegedly targeted rapper Quando Rondo. He has pleaded not guilty. In addition, his trial is currently set for August 25, 2026.
ICEMAN Heats Up as Drake Keeps Fans Guessing
As that case unfolds, Drake is preparing his next album, ICEMAN. Though a release date has not been announced, he has issued several singles. These include “What Did I Miss?,” “Which One” featuring Central Cee, and “Dog House” with Yeat and Julia Wolf. During his Trunk Tour Sale, Drake was asked whether J. Cole might appear on the project. J. Cole replied simply, “Oh, I don’t know about that.”
Drake has hinted at the album’s timeline in recent weeks. He once posted a notebook labeled “ICEMAN 2026” to his Instagram Story. For now, details remain sparse. In the absence of formal announcements, even a single photograph can carry weight. In the music industry, alliances are often signaled in subtle ways.
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