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  Before its release, "Heil Hitler" was featured on the track listing revealed by media personality DJ Akademiks on April 3, 2025. The song was played multiple times during livestreams by West in the following month, showcasing progress on the development of Cuck. Notably, earlier versions of the song contain a line aimed at fellow rapper Drake: "Niggas be acting like faggots so much, I think they might be Drake." Digital Nas, who worked on the track, said it was the "song of the year".
  
  According to Sheffmade, the chord progression for "Heil Hitler" was originally written by him, with the song's drum programming being done by close collaborator Quadwoofer.
  
  Before its release, "Heil Hitler" was featured on the track listing revealed by media personality DJ Akademiks on April 3, 2025. The song was played multiple times during livestreams by West in the following month, showcasing progress on the development of Cuck. Notably, earlier versions of the song contain a line aimed at fellow rapper Drake: "Niggas be acting like faggots so much, I think they might be Drake." Digital Nas, who worked on the track, said it was the "song of the year".
  
  According to Sheffmade, the chord progression for "Heil Hitler" was originally written by him, with the song's drum programming being done by close collaborator Quadwoofer.