In July 2025, rap icon Drake turned heads when he walked down the block with a staggering $125,000+ diamond-covered Nokia phone, a gift from Twitch streamer Adin Ross. The eye-catching creation, caught in a viral clip by “ClippedSZN” on X, features 54.5 carats in VVS white diamonds and classic Nokia flair, including a 3D display interface and OVO logo. The gift, timed with Drake’s album release Some Sexy Songs 4 U, lit up social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Threads.
The phone, a life-size keychain accessory, was designed by New York jeweler Alex Moss, known for crafting high-end pieces for A-listers. Moss’s creation, which took four months to complete, includes over 150 carats of gems across the accompanying “SSS4U” chain set. Hypebeast reported on the phone’s advanced features, referencing Moss’s name for his blending of luxury with cultural allusions. OVO-branded, the product follows the fashion lead of Drake in merging nostalgia with excess.
This coincided with the album release of Drake, in addition to his current popularity in fashion and music. Adin Ross, being a Gen Z streaming phenomenon known for brutal celebrity collaborations, used the gift in cementing his position in the entertainment crossover industry. Social media erupted with reactions, from TikTok Reels capturing Drake’s delighted response to Threads posts marveling at the craftsmanship. Memes about
“blinged-out nostalgia”
flooded X, with fans joking about Drake
“texting on a $125K Nokia.”
The iced-out Nokia taps into a growing trend of streamer–artist collabs, where lavish gifts double as viral marketing. A retro Nokia phone option maybe a nod to rapper Drake’s song “Nokia” mixes early 2000s nostalgia with current luxury. This juxtaposition between outdated tech with high end customization is an echo in how stars like Drake and influencers like Ross bridge divisions for generations, utilizing meme-worthy scenarios in an attempt to keep up.
Drake was seen with his $125,000+ iced out Nokia phone gifted by Adin Ross 👀🦉pic.twitter.com/qOTAPJyZXY
Fans and critics alike have fueled the hype. Instagram Reels showcased Drake flaunting the phone at events, while Threads praised Moss’s artistry. Some X users debated whether the gift was a genuine gesture or a publicity stunt, but no evidence suggests wrongdoing. The phone’s viral appeal lies in its absurdity a non-functional, diamond-covered relic of simpler tech times, now a status symbol.
