Drake's recent 100 GB dump of content gives fans an insider look at the creation of 'Hotline Bling,' revealing a unique muse behind the hit song that ruled the charts and social media alike.
- Aug 8, 2024
AceShowbiz - Drake's massive upload of "100gigs for your headtop," released on Tuesday, August 6 has left fans buzzing. Among the treasure trove of old files and new tracks, a particularly intriguing clip stands out. The Canadian superstar revealed that his 2015 hit "Hotline Bling" was inspired by a former romantic fling.
In the video, which appears to date back to 2015, Drake shared that the song's title came from a casual encounter. Reflecting on those moments, he explained, "We used to be in bed together - we just finished f***ing, and her phone would be blowing up. So I saved her name in my phone as 'Hotline Bling.' That's always been her name on my phone."
This catchy phrase stuck with Drake, leading him to muse, " 'Hotline Bling' is a sick name. That should be an artist name." He later informed the woman that her nickname had inspired his new track. "I was talking to her today. I was like, 'Yo, your name, your nickname is such a good title for something.' And then I just told her today, I was like, you know I did a song called 'Hotline Bling,' that's crazy," Drake added.
The video snippets also provide a glimpse of Drake's creative process in the studio. In one clip, he is seen smoking hookah while repeatedly listening to "Hotline Bling" and even dancing on the couch.
He discusses with his team whether they should invite Future to collaborate on the track, ultimately deciding against it. "It's melody, but it's a vibe," Drake remarked. "When I was writing it, I wrote it as a Shy Glizzy song. That's why I was asking if we should put Future on this s***."
Released in July 2015, "Hotline Bling" quickly became an anthem, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and creating a wave of viral memes thanks to its infectious beat and Drake's signature dance moves in the music video. The song later won Best Rap/Sung Performance and Best Rap Song at the 2017 Grammy Awards, solidifying its place in pop culture history.
Drake's extensive 100 GB content dump via the 100gigs.org website has not only treated fans to previously unreleased music and videos but also opened a window into the moments and stories behind his biggest hits. The collection includes new songs featuring Young Thug and showcases intimate behind-the-scenes moments that any Drake enthusiast would cherish.
