DJ Akademiks voiced his concerns regarding Lil Baby's Instagram post, which featured a photo of him in front of a Drake poster with the caption, 'I Already Picked My Side.' He speculated that this could be linked to the ongoing beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. In a livestream, Akademiks urged Drake to keep Lil Baby off his upcoming album, 'ICEMAN', which is scheduled for release on May 15, 2026. He expressed his dissatisfaction with Lil Baby's music, suggesting that he often produces similar tracks and should remain in Atlanta. Akademiks compared Lil Baby to DJ Khaled, referencing Khaled's deleted album announcement after Drake denied his collaboration claims. While he is open to Future being part of 'ICEMAN', he adamantly opposes Lil Baby's inclusion, calling him a 'bum a n*a' and a 'r*tard'. Despite their past collaborations, including hits like 'Yes Indeed' and 'Wants and Needs', Akademiks believes Lil Baby's recent actions do not align with the album's vision. The tracklist for 'ICEMAN' has yet to be revealed, leaving fans uncertain about potential features.