Drake Brings Out J. Cole at the O2 Arena & Confirms Upcoming Collaboration

“I can’t wait,” the OVO founder said.

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Drake’s ”Assassination Vacation” tour has brought us a number of surprises in the last few weeks, the latest being J. Cole’s surprise appearance with “Middle Child” at the O2 Arena on April 11.

Aside from Cole’s performance for the London audience, he and Drizzy shared a moment to exchange praises as long-time friends and colleagues. The OVO founder then dropped the ball about their collaboration, saying, “I can’t wait to make some new music with you. I know we’ve been working—I can’t wait…” as the crowed erupted in excitement.

Watch the announcement and J. Cole’s “Middle Child” performance below.

In case you missed it, Drake and Future have also teased a sequel to What a Time to Be Alive.

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