In a significant move that’s set to shake up the music industry, 4Batz has inked a deal with Drake’s renowned label, OVO Sound, for the release of one EP. The agreement, confirmed by two executives familiar with the negotiations, is a short-term license that marks a pivotal moment in 4Batz’s burgeoning career.
The signing follows a heated bidding war among multiple labels vying for the rapper’s talent, sparked by the viral success of his track “act ii: date @ 8.“. Its popularity is evident, as it made a notable debut on the Hot 100 at No. 77 in January and climbed to a peak position of No. 59 and currently is sitting at the No. 25 spot on TikTok Billboard Top 50.
The collaboration between 4Batz and Drake extends beyond the signing, with the two artists recently releasing a remix of “act ii: date @ 8,” featuring Drake. This remix is expected to bring even more attention to the already popular song. 4Batz’s lawyer, Matt Buser, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “The positive energy and overall support from Team Drake/OVO was a driving factor in getting this song released.”
This new collaboration with 4Batz is anticipated to be a game-changer, with the rapper’s song scoring 35 million in streams, the impact of the upcoming EP according to the rapper himself is “This EP’s gon’ break the f—kin’ internet.”