Who’s callin’ my phone? (Who’s callin’ that sh*t?) … That part.
Before we get started, let’s kick this off with some energy from socials. ICYMI, Latto is no stranger to “Nokia” being her jam. So, it’s only right we begin the “Nokia” conversation with Big Latto vibing on stream …
Now let’s get to it … Is “Nokia” the coveted song of the summer?
Every summer has a soundtrack—and this year, it’s got a dial tone. Drake’s “Nokia” has risen above the noise, controversy, and competition to become the undisputed song of the summer. Fueled by momentum on socials, pure sales, consistent chart dominance, and undeniable fan connection, “Nokia” is proving once again why Drizzy still got it, and never lost it tbh.
While hip-hop summers have previously belonged to classics like “Hot In Herre,” “Summertime,” and even Drake’s own “In My Feelings,” 2025 is being dialed in by a different kind of vibe. “Nokia,” the standout hit from Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR’s collaborative album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, blends nostalgic nods with futuristic flair. And the numbers? They don’t just talk—they scream.
Numbers Don’t Lie, “Nokia” Answers the Call
According to Chart Data, “Nokia” is now the #1 best-selling song released in 2025 in the U.S. by total units.
Drake’s dominance on the Rhythmic Airplay chart continues too, with “Nokia” earning his 40th No. 1—a record that no one else in the game is even close to touching.
This is also Drake’s first No. 1 on the chart since December 2023’s “Rich Baby Daddy,” and it ends the longest gap Drake’s ever had between rhythmic radio leaders. But let’s be honest, Drizzy has been moving strategically since the you know what with you know who. Don’t need to say buddy’s name. This conversation isn’t about him.
As for the Billboard Hot 100, “Nokia” currently sits at No. 5, but what’s more historic is that it marks Drake’s 42nd Top 5 hit—further solidifying his position as the only artist to ever achieve that. Drake’s also extended his lead for the most Top 3 hits in Billboard history. Read that part again.
A month ago, “Nokia” reached number 1 on Apple Music’s Global singles chart. A feat that had the world scratching their heads since the song has been pushed entirely organically.
Powered by OVO Sound and minimal traditional label support, if any—something fans are all too aware of amid Drake’s ongoing legal issues with Universal Music Group—“Nokia” still shot to the top with pure momentum. During the tracking week of May 2–8, it became the most-played song on U.S. rhythmic radio, climbing from No. 2 and claiming the Greatest Gainer honor, thanks to a 10% boost in spins.
$ome $exy $ongs 4 U: The Album That Delivered
Released just three months ago, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U isn’t just a sexy AF project—it was a statement. Despite zero conventional rollout and virtually no support from Republic Records or UMG, the joint Drake-PARTYNEXTDOOR album has officially gone platinum this week. That’s 1 million units sold in the U.S., reminding the industry that Drake doesn’t need a machine—he is the machine.
The “Nokia” Visual Did Not Disappoint
The “Nokia” official music video, or plainly put–the visual also made its mark. Directed by Theo Skudra, and shot on IMAX cameras, the video has amassed to date over 20 million views, 500,000 likes, and 56,000 comments in just a month. While some, like streamer Kai Cenat, criticized the monochrome aesthetic—wishing for more colorful, arcade-themed visuals to match the track’s bounce—the creative direction only fueled conversation and amplified the track’s cultural relevance.
Here’s what Kai said that sparked some convo:
“We’re looking for color, we’re looking for arcades, we’re looking for roller skating rinks. That’s what it gave me. We’re looking for going to modern day to as soon as the beat changes, we’re in the ’90s now. You see the vision?”
The funny part is now Kai says he will be directing one of Drake’s videos from his forthcoming solo project. Maybe a little gamesmanship on his end with the “Nokia” critique. Regardless, whether you agree or not, the buzz only added fuel to “Nokia’s” fire.
Socials Tell a Big Story
If data drives the charts, socials drive the conversation. Whether on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, or Reels on the Gram, “Nokia” has become a viral anthem in clubs, sports arenas/stadiums, or just posts from creators to normies. A tweet from longtime OVO affiliate Preme said it best when he shared a screenshot of “Nokia” at #1 on Apple Music’s Top 100: Global, writing:
“Drake still here. Suing the label, no push, and still running laps. Beat K-Dot, beat the noise. They said take a break. Nah.”
From Jim Jones speaking his mind to DaBaby’s freestyle to more Latto to you get the point, “Nokia” has been co-signed as one of them ones … And we got receipts from across socials.
Jim Jones was on Angela Yee and he clearly thinks it’s a vibe …
BTW … DaBaby “Nokia” freestyle
More Latto cuz, why not?
Bobby Shmurda tho …
Yankees Stadium …
Travis Scott got the memo ….
@TheSaveBananas know what time it is ….
That choreography from “Nokia” official visual dancers
Drake’s Legacy of Hits Carries On
Drake is no stranger to songs of the summer, having already claimed that crown in 2018 with “In My Feelings.” But “Nokia” just hits different. It arrives during a turbulent yet transformative chapter in the 6God’s career, and it does so without compromising what it is, just a feel good record. It remains to be seen if it will stand alongside other hip-hop summer anthems like “California Love,” or “It Was A Good Day,” and can’t forget “Ruff Ryders Anthem” which are generational bookmarks in their own rite but there’s still ample proof that “Nokia” is another staple showing how Drake continues to define the times.
Final Call: Answer or Decline?
Answering, for sure … The song of the summer of 2025 belongs to “Nokia.” You don’t need a ringtone to know that—it’s already pumping everywhere.
You not sure yet? Go outside, tell us what you hear. It’ll probably be “Nokia”