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Drake’s most controversial unreleased track just dropped without warning. “1 AM in Albany” surfaced online hours ago, featuring the Toronto rapper taking direct shots at Kendrick Lamar, LeBron James, and other familiar targets. The 5-minute diss track arrived alongside a second leak, “Supermax,” both pulled from his coming ICEMAN album.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Track Title: “1 AM in Albany” leaked May 14, 2026 at midnight PST
- Album Source: ICEMAN, Drake’s 9th solo studio project releasing May 15, 2026
- Duration: 5-minute diss track with Kendrick Lamar bars and LeBron disses
- Status: Unreleased, probably won’t appear on final album according to hip-hop analysts
Drake’s Leaked Diss Track Sparks Instant Controversy
“1 AM in Albany” hit Reddit, Instagram, and TikTok within minutes of the leak. Fans immediately dissected bars where Drake dismissed Kendrick Lamar and sent multiple shots at LeBron James. The five-minute timestamp shows Drake in aggressive rap form, reminiscent of his 2024 beef tracks.
Social media erupted with reactions ranging from shock to praise for Drake’s wordplay. The conversation dominated Hip-Hop Twitter and dedicated fan communities within an hour. Discord servers and group chats analyzed each bar forensically, uncovering layered references throughout the track.
1 AM in Albany Drake song leaks from unreleased Iceman album
Iceman release date set for May 15 as Drake’s album drops Friday
Supermax and Second Track Leak Same Night
Hours after “1 AM in Albany” spread, a second unreleased track called “Supermax” appeared online. This version differs from the studio version Drake previewed on Instagram live streams back in 2025. The leaked take feels rawer, more aggressive, with additional verses not yet heard by fans.
According to hip-hop analysts watching the leaks, Supermax likely won’t make the final ICEMAN cut. The Joe Budden diss bars appear designed for fan consumption only, not commercial release. Production credits list O Lil Angel, Bass Charity, and producer FELI CIANO on the original studio version.
ICEMAN Album Launches Tomorrow, May 15
| Element | Details |
| Official Release | May 15, 2026 on all platforms |
| Project Number | Drake’s 9th solo studio album |
| Labels | OVO Sound, Republic Records |
| Confirmed Singles | “What Did I Miss?”, “Which One” (feat. Central Cee), “Dog House” (feat. Yeat) |
Drake announced ICEMAN on April 21, 2026 after teasing the project since December 2025. The album follows his year-long rollout strategy, featuring multiple livestream previews and episodic content drops. Future, Kendrick Lamar, and other star features appear on the official album, though exact tracklist details remain under wraps.
What Drake Fans Say About the Leaks
“That drake leak ‘1 AM in Albany’ is probably NOT on Iceman because it has the Joe Budden ‘naked’ diss that he was referring to in his livestream statement.”
— Hip-Hop Community Analysis, Social Media
Can Drake Control His Vault Leaks Headed Into Release?
Drake’s relationship with unreleased music has always been complicated. Over two decades as a recording artist, hundreds of scrapped and vault tracks exist across forums, encrypted servers, and collector databases. The “1 AM in Albany” leak joins recent drops like “Soul For Likes” and others that surfaced from the ICEMAN sessions.
Sources tracking the leaks suspect an internal crew member with access to Drake’s archive. The Bagwork leak account allegedly handles the distribution on underground platforms. Drake hasn’t publicly addressed the leaks or offered explanation via social media, maintaining silence as his May 15 release approaches within hours.
