BTS Members React in Shock After Drake Name-Drops Group on New ‘Iceman’ Track

Drake surprised fans worldwide after referencing global K-pop sensation BTS on his newly released album Iceman. The lyric quickly became one of the internet’s most talked-about moments after BTS members j-hope and V shared their genuine reaction online. The moment appears on the opening track “Make Them Cry,” where Drake raps,

“I’m feeling like BTS, ’cause it took the whole career for me to be so discovered.” The line instantly caught fans’ attention, blending hip-hop and K-pop culture in a way that sparked major buzz across social media platforms.

V and j-hope Share Their Live Reaction

Shortly after the release of Iceman, V uploaded an Instagram Stories clip showing him and j-hope listening to the track together. In the now-viral video, the two BTS stars dance casually to the music before suddenly freezing in disbelief when Drake mentions the group by name.

The pair exchanged stunned looks before laughing and reacting silently to the unexpected shoutout. V also tagged Drake’s Instagram account in the story, further fueling fan excitement online.

The candid reaction quickly spread across TikTok, X, Instagram, and YouTube, with ARMY fans celebrating the crossover moment between two of the biggest forces in global music.

BTS j-Hope on Instagram over Drake Mention

Drake and BTS Have Crossed Paths Before

This is not the first public connection between Drake and BTS. Back in 2018, Drake featured a clip of j-hope participating in the viral “In My Feelings” dance challenge in the official music video for the hit single.

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BTS members have also openly expressed admiration for Drake in previous interviews. In a 2019 conversation, j-hope described the rapper as a dream collaborator, while BTS leader RM referred to Drake as “a final destination” artist they hoped to work with someday.

The latest reference to Iceman has reignited fan speculation that a future collaboration between Drake and BTS could eventually happen.

Drake’s Triple Album Release Dominates Music Conversation

The BTS mention arrived during one of the biggest surprise releases of Drake’s career. On May 15, the rapper unexpectedly dropped three albums simultaneously: Iceman, Habibti, and Maid of Honour.

The ambitious release totaled more than 40 tracks and immediately dominated streaming platforms and social media discussions. Iceman in particular has drawn attention for its introspective lyrics, celebrity callouts, and references to Drake’s recent public feuds and career milestones.

BTS Continue Global Tour Success

Meanwhile, BTS is enjoying major momentum of its own following the release of their album ARIRANG, which topped international charts and strengthened the group’s global influence.

The group is currently on a worldwide stadium tour, performing to massive crowds across multiple continents. Their recent concerts in Mexico City and upcoming California performances have continued to showcase BTS’s unmatched global fanbase.

With Drake’s unexpected lyric now going viral, the crossover between hip-hop and K-pop audiences has only grown stronger.