“Album dropping or just another song”: Drake’s cryptic IG post leaves fans guessing about ICEMAN Ep. 3 coming out on YouTube

HOLLYWOOD, CA. SEP. 22, 2014. Drake in "Drake Vs. Lil Wayne" concert at Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood  - Source: Getty
Drake’s cryptic IG post leaves fans guessing - Source: Getty

Drake knows how to keep his fans on edge. Just hours ago, the rapper posted on Instagram under his handle champagnepapi, writing only: “9PM EST ON YOUTUBE.” Simple, but enough to send the internet spiraling. With him currently in Milan, the timing and minimalism added to the intrigue everyone’s now locked in on what happens tonight.

The post was followed by a wave of speculation, especially after one fan dropped the comment, “is the album dropping or just another song?” It’s the question everyone is asking, and as usual, Champagnepapi stayed silent, letting his fans fuel the conversation and hype on their own.


Drake – ICEMAN Episode 3

So why has this particular post gone viral? Drake has been rolling out the ICEMAN series with cinematic precision. Episode 1 came alongside “What Did I Miss?,” while Episode 2 featured “Which One” with Central Cee. Each episode has kept fans guessing what’s next, and now Episode 3 is confirmed for 9PM EST on YouTube.

The mystery isn’t just about the music, though. Fans have been decoding every clue, convinced this new “red phase” is a turning point. Some are betting on a surprise album drop, others on another single. Either way, Drake has mastered the art of making a short caption feel like an event.

Online, Reddit threads and Twitter timelines are filled with excitement. Theories range from bold predictions of an album release to cautious reminders that this might just be another song. What’s clear is that one Instagram post has once again captured global attention.

His cryptic caption, “9PM EST ON YOUTUBE” was all it took to stir the pot. Whether ICEMAN Episode 3 turns out to be a new track, a bigger announcement, or something totally unexpected, fans are counting down the hours. One thing’s for sure: when champagnepapi teases, the world listens.

Edited by Heba Arshad