Drake Teases His 'Next Chapter' in Cryptic Instagram Post After Cutting His Australia Tour Short

Mar. 15, 2025

Drake in 2025.Photo:Mark Blinch/NBAE via Getty

Drake before the game against the Toronto Raptors

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Drakeis teasing his next project — whether or not his fans are ready for it.

The “God’s Plan” rapper, whocanceled the final dates of his Anita Max Win tour,shared an Instagram poston Monday, March 10, telling fans about his “next chapter.” In the cryptic caption, Drake, 38, said that it may leave fans “feeling uneasy.”

“U know I grew up non confrontational and always treated this game as a sport where my pen won gold, but my these days the podium has been hard for all of us to ignore,” he wrote.

“I understand that this next chapter may leave you feeling uneasy, but I hope you see my honesty as clarity not charity that answers some questions especially about the unanswered texts you’ve been sending me. 😮‍💨.”

Drake in Atlanta in December 2022.Prince Williams/Wireimage

Drake performs onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert”

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Drake’s enigmatic announcement comes over a month sinceKendrick Lamarperformed hisGrammy-winning diss track “Not Like Us"aimed at Drake during the2025 Super Bowl halftime show,bringing their rapto a national stage like no other.

Lamar’s Feb. 9 performance waspacked with Easter eggsabout Drake,including an “a minor” necklaceand Drake’s exSerena Williams making a surprise appearance,dancing the crip walk.

Drake in Toronto in November 2024.Mark Blinch/Getty

Drake watches on as the Sacramento Kings play the Toronto Raptors during the second half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on November 2, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario

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Drake teasing his next era also comes weeks after it wasannounced that his Anita Max Win tour dates in New Zealand and Australia were being postponeddue to “scheduling conflicts.”

“We are actively working on rescheduling these dates along with adding some additional shows,” the statement from Feb. 26 read.

“All tickets for the affected shows will remain valid for the new dates. Refunds will be available for those who prefer, but please note that as these shows are sold out, any refunded tickets will be released for sale.”

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The statement added: “We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Drake and the entire team have had an incredible time doing these shows and are excited to return soon. We look forward to sharing the rescheduled dates with you as soon as possible.”

source: people.com