Drake’s Playful Instagram Dig at Chingy’s "One Call Away" Lyric Goes Viral
Drake recently turned his Instagram Stories into a nostalgic tribute to Chingy's 2004 hit "One Call Away."
As Sunday night gave way to Monday morning, the 6 God, known for his hit-laden discography, dedicated back-to-back posts to a track that many hip-hop fans fondly remember.
Drake specifically highlighted the second verse of the song, where Chingy confesses to "showing out" on the basketball court, hoping to impress a romantic interest.
This particular line seemed to resonate with Drake, who captioned his post with, "I felt this," noting that Chingy "really struck a chord with this one goated lyric."
Drake Playfully Mocks Chingy’s "One Call Away" Lyrics on Instagram:
Did Drake just diss Chingy or is he just joking around? 🤷🏿♂️ pic.twitter.com/YIXsVrmaeA
— COEVILLIE (@COEVILLIE) August 19, 2024
In a subsequent post, Drake humorously critiqued the basketball prowess of the song's narrator. "We know you were ass at ball," Drake teased, "but your ting showed up and you started doing too much."
Despite the playful jab, Drake couldn’t help but acknowledge the authenticity of the line, calling it "real af."
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Drake's Instagram shoutout sparked mixed reactions from fans. While some saw it as a genuine nod to a classic, others speculated about Drake's true intentions.
Was he merely reminiscing, or was there a hint of irony in his praise? Regardless, the posts have undoubtedly reignited interest in Chingy's track, prompting many of Drake's 145 million followers to revisit the early 2000s hit.
For those who may not remember, "One Call Away" was a major success in its time. Released as a single in January 2004, after originally appearing on Chingy's debut album "Jackpot", the song climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remained on the chart for a total of 20 weeks.
It followed the success of "Right Thurr," another "Jackpot" single that also peaked at No. 2. Drake’s unexpected spotlight on "One Call Away" serves as a reminder of the song's lasting impact within the hip-hop community.
Whether fans view his posts as sincere or slightly sarcastic, there’s no denying that Drake has once again used his platform to breathe new life into an old favorite, bringing Chingy’s early 2000s classic back into the conversation.