A video of Drake performing what seems to be his verse for a remix of Ella Langley‘s hit song “Choosin’ Texas” has taken over social media. The clip, filmed during a DJ set in Toronto, shows the rapper giving fans a first listen to his take on the country smash. The response from the internet has been mixed, with some people excited about the possible collaboration and others strongly against it.
The footage quickly spread across platforms on Monday, August 31, 2026. In the video, Drake is seen behind the DJ booth, playing a slowed-down R&B version of the track with his own vocals. Neither Drake nor Langley has officially confirmed that a remix is in the works. But the tease has already created a lot of buzz online.
The Viral Clip That Started the Conversation
The video shows Drake in a dimly lit Toronto venue, previewing what sounds like his contribution to a new version of “Choosin’ Texas”. The snippet features Drake singing over a hazy, trap-influenced instrumental. Some lyrics from the clip include the lines, “It doesn’t take a crystal ball to see, a cowgirl loves a…drinkin’ jack all by myself”.
The clip was first shared by user @big_business_ on the platform formerly known as Twitter, with the caption “ELLA LANGLEY CHOOSIN TEXAS REMIX COMING SOON”. The post quickly gained traction, amassing hundreds of thousands of views within hours.
This is not the first time Drake has shown interest in Langley or her music. He previously played the original “Choosin’ Texas” during a DJ set in Houston back in June. He also commented on one of her Instagram posts, calling her songwriting skills “Goated pen”. That comment alone received over 4,000 likes and led many fans to ask for a joint project.
Drake’s Growing Connection to Ella Langley
The relationship between the two artists has been building for months. Ella Langley, an Alabama-born singer-songwriter, released “Choosin’ Texas” in late 2025 as part of her album Dandelion. The track was co-written with Miranda Lambert, Luke Dick, and JoyBeth Taylor. It tells the story of a breakup where the man loves Texas more than his partner.
The song became a massive hit. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in February 2026 and has spent 19 non-consecutive weeks at the top spot. That ties the record set by Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” and Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” for the longest-running non-holiday No. 1 in chart history. Langley also made history by becoming the first female artist to simultaneously top the Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts.
Drake attended Langley’s Dandelion Tour show in North Little Rock, Arkansas, on August 22. Videos from that night show him singing along, dancing, and even blowing a kiss toward the stage. He was also spotted backstage with Langley after the concert. These public displays of support have only added to the rumors that the two are working together.
Social Media Reactions Pour In
The internet wasted no time sharing opinions on Drake’s remix tease. Reactions ranged from excitement to harsh criticism.
One user wrote, “can’t wait for this remix! drake always brings the heat you think it’ll be as good as the original?”. Another fan pointed out the change in Drake’s music journey, saying, “Drake went from ‘All my exes live in Texas like I’m George Strait’ in 2011 to standing in a sound tent at an Ella Langley concert singing country lyrics with his whole heart in 2026”.
But not everyone was pleased. One person commented, “This s*** sounds horrible please delete this”. Another user wrote, “Bro seen her take Janice from number 1 and watch her stay there 19 weeks straight the boy petty asf”. That comment refers to the fact that Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” blocked Drake’s own track “Janice STFU” from reaching the top of the charts.
Some critics tied their negative reactions to other issues. One user wrote, “he’s so chart obsessed it’s embarrassing”. Another comment read, “Keep it country, no rap”. The divided response shows that not all country music fans are ready for a hip-hop crossover, even from one of the biggest names in music.
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What This Means for the Charts
“Choosin’ Texas” has already proven to be one of the most dominant songs of the decade. With 19 weeks at No. 1, it is closing in on Mariah Carey’s 22-week record with “All I Want for Christmas Is You”. If Drake’s remix does get an official release, it could push the song even higher and extend its historic run.
Drake has a history of releasing his own versions of popular songs. In 2015, he put out a reimagined version of Fetty Wap’s “My Way,” which helped boost the original track. He also jumped on Dave’s “Wanna Know” in 2016. A full country-rap crossover would be new territory for Drake, but he has shown interest in the genre for years.
He has a close friendship with Morgan Wallen and even featured him in the music video for “You Broke My Heart” in 2023. Fans have been waiting for a Drake and Wallen collaboration for some time, though nothing has materialized yet. This remix with Langley could be the closest fans get to a Drake country project.
No Official Confirmation Yet
As of now, neither Drake, Ella Langley, nor their record labels have made any official announcement about a remix. It remains unclear whether the clip is from a licensed collaboration or just a personal project that Drake was testing out.
But the buzz is already massive. Social media posts declaring the remix is “coming soon” have been circulating. Fans are eagerly waiting for any kind of update from either artist. Langley is set to continue her Dandelion Tour with a show in Newark, New Jersey, on September 10. Many are watching to see if Drake makes another appearance.
The internet remains split on whether this collaboration is a good idea. Some see it as a brilliant genre-blending moment. Others view it as an unnecessary move from a chart-obsessed artist. Either way, the conversation is far from over.
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