Drake is a Canadian-American rapper and singer, often hailed as one of the greatest rappers of all time.
He was born to a mixed heritage family, with an African-American father and a Canadian Jewish mother.
Drake first gained fame as an actor on the teen drama series "Degrassi: The Next Generation" before transitioning to music.
Biography
Early Life
Aubrey Drake Graham was born on October 24, 1986, in Toronto, Ontario, to a mixed heritage family. His father, Dennis Graham, an African-American drummer from Memphis, and his mother, Sandra "Sandi" Graham, a Canadian Ashkenazi Jew, divorced when he was just five years old. Raised primarily by his mother in Toronto, Drake attended a Jewish day school and became a bar mitzvah. His early life was marked by financial struggles, which motivated him to pursue acting and music as a means of support.
Career Beginnings
Drake's career began in the entertainment industry when he was cast as Jimmy Brooks in the Canadian teen drama series "Degrassi: The Next Generation" from 2001 to 2008. While acting, he also pursued music, releasing his first mixtape, "Room for Improvement," in 2006. His unique blend of hip-hop and R&B, influenced by artists like Jay-Z and Aaliyah, helped him carve a niche in the music industry. After signing with Young Money Entertainment, he gained widespread recognition with his breakthrough mixtape, "So Far Gone," in 2009.
Musical Evolution
Drake is often credited with popularizing R&B sensibilities in hip-hop, seamlessly integrating rap-singing into his style. His discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as "Take Care," "Nothing Was the Same," and "Views," showcasing his evolution as an artist. Known for his introspective lyrics and melodic hooks, Drake has become one of the most influential figures in contemporary music, earning numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and American Music Awards.
Personal Life
Beyond music, Drake's personal life has been a subject of public interest. He has been linked to several high-profile relationships, including a long-term on-and-off romance with Rihanna. Drake resides in a lavish estate in Toronto and has made headlines for his extravagant lifestyle, including owning a Boeing 767. Despite his fame, he has faced challenges, including health issues related to COVID-19, which he publicly shared during the pandemic.
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Discography
HABIBTI2026
- 1.Rusty Intro1:02
- 2.WNBA2:58
- 3.Slap the City3:22
- 4.High Fives4:16
- 5.Hurrr Nor Thurrr3:08
- 6.I'm Spent2:24
- 7.Classic2:59
- 8.Gen 53:37
- 9.White Bone4:57
- 10.Fortworth3:51
- 11.Prioritizing3:53
MAID OF HONOUR2026
- 1.Hoe Phase3:23
- 2.Road Trips4:03
- 3.Outside Tweaking3:10
- 4.Cheetah Print3:22
- 5.Which One2:49
- 6.Amazing Shape2:56
- 7.BBW3:31
- 8.True Bestie2:28
- 9.Where’s Your Stuff Interlude0:52
- 10.New Bestie4:19
- 11.Q&A3:43
- 12.Stuck2:57
- 13.Goose and the Juice4:23
- 14.Princess3:13
ICEMAN2026
- 1.Make Them Cry5:08
- 2.Dust3:09
- 3.Whisper My Name3:43
- 4.Janice STFU3:57
- 5.Ran to Atlanta4:07
- 6.Shabang3:09
- 7.Make Them Pay5:02
- 8.Burning Bridges3:46
- 9.National Treasures3:21
- 10.B’s on the Table2:18
- 11.What Did I Miss?3:14
- 12.Plot Twist3:16
- 13.2 Hard 4 the Radio3:04
- 14.Make Them Remember5:24
- 15.Little Birdie2:57
- 16.Don’t Worry4:06
- 17.Firm Friends5:02
- 18.Make Them Know4:08
$ome $exy $ongs 4 U2025
- 1.CN TOWER4:02
- 2.MOTH BALLS3:33
- 3.SOMETHING ABOUT YOU3:39
- 4.CRYING IN CHANEL3:20
- 5.SPIDER-MAN SUPERMAN3:24
- 6.DEEPER2:52
- 7.SMALL TOWN FAME2:29
- 8.PIMMIE'S DILEMMA1:58
- 9.BRIAN STEEL1:51
- 10.GIMME A HUG3:13
- 11.RAINING IN HOUSTON4:05
- 12.LASERS3:19
- 13.MEET YOUR PADRE4:31
- 14.NOKIA4:01
- 15.DIE TRYING3:15
- 16.SOMEBODY LOVES ME3:03
- 17.CELIBACY3:56
- 18.OMW3:53
- 19.GLORIOUS3:25
- 20.WHEN HE'S GONE3:30
- 21.GREEDY6:26
For All the Dogs2023
- 1.Virginia Beach4:11
- 2.Amen2:21
- 3.Calling for You4:46
- 4.Fear of Heights2:35
- 5.Daylight2:44
- 6.First Person Shooter4:07
- 7.IDGAF4:20
- 8.7969 Santa4:20
- 9.Slime You Out5:10
- 10.Bahamas Promises3:04
- 11.Tried Our Best3:30
- 12.Screw the World (interlude)1:52
- 13.Drew a Picasso4:23
- 14.Members Only4:38
- 15.What Would Pluto Do3:03
- 16.All the Parties3:39
- 17.8am in Charlotte4:27
- 18.BBL Love (interlude)2:41
- 19.Gently2:14
- 20.Rich Baby Daddy5:19
- 21.Another Late Night2:50
- 22.Away From Home4:19
- 23.Polar Opposites4:17
Her Loss2022
- 1.Rich Flex3:59
- 2.Major Distribution2:51
- 3.On BS4:22
- 4.BackOutsideBoyz2:33
- 5.Privileged Rappers2:41
- 6.Spin Bout U3:35
- 7.Hours in Silence6:39
- 8.Treacherous Twins3:00
- 9.Circo Loco3:57
- 10.Pussy & Millions4:02
- 11.Broke Boys3:45
- 12.Middle of the Ocean5:56
- 13.Jumbotron Shit Poppin2:17
- 14.More M’s3:41
- 15.3AM on Glenwood2:58
- 16.I Guess It’s Fuck Me4:24
Honestly, Nevermind2022
- 1.Intro0:37
- 2.Falling Back4:26
- 3.Texts Go Green5:09
- 4.Currents2:37
- 5.A Keeper2:53
- 6.Calling My Name2:10
- 7.Sticky4:03
- 8.Massive5:37
- 9.Flight’s Booked4:14
- 10.Overdrive3:22
- 11.Down Hill4:11
- 12.Tie That Binds5:36
- 13.Liability3:58
- 14.Jimmy Cooks3:38
Certified Lover Boy2021
- 1.Champagne Poetry5:37
- 2.Papi’s Home2:59
- 3.Girls Want Girls3:42
- 4.In the Bible4:57
- 5.Love All3:48
- 6.Fair Trade4:51
- 7.Way 2 Sexy4:18
- 8.TSU5:09
- 9.N 2 Deep4:34
- 10.Pipe Down3:26
- 11.Yebba’s Heartbreak2:14
- 12.No Friends in the Industry3:24
- 13.Knife Talk4:03
- 14.7am on Bridle Path4:00
- 15.Race My Mind4:30
- 16.Fountains3:12
- 17.Get Along Better3:49
- 18.You Only Live Twice3:33
- 19.IMY24:12
- 20.F*****g Fans4:05
- 21.The Remorse5:51
Care Package2019
- 1.Dreams Money Can Buy4:14
- 2.The Motion4:01
- 3.How Bout Now3:56
- 4.Trust Issues4:42
- 5.Days in the East5:54
- 6.Draft Day4:26
- 7.4pm in Calabasas4:00
- 8.5 Am in Toronto3:25
- 9.I Get Lonely4:14
- 10.My Side4:55
- 11.Jodeci Freestyle4:14
- 12.Club Paradise4:44
- 13.Free Spirit4:13
- 14.Heat of the Moment5:43
- 15.Girls Love Beyoncé3:45
- 16.Paris Morton Music4:11
- 17.Can I3:09
LOFI PAPI2018
- 1.0to1002:42
- 2.NoStylist2:31
- 3.SickoMode2:36
- 4.Walkit3:33
- 5.YesIndeed2:36
- 6.Over1:57
- 7.LookAlive2:50
- 8.GODsPlan2:44
- 9.Bonus3:23
Scorpion2018
- 1.Survival2:16
- 2.Nonstop3:59
- 3.Elevate3:05
- 4.Emotionless5:02
- 5.God’s Plan3:19
- 6.I’m Upset3:34
- 7.8 Out of 103:16
- 8.Mob Ties3:25
- 9.Can’t Take a Joke2:44
- 10.Sandra’s Rose3:36
- 11.Talk Up3:43
- 12.Is There More3:47
- 13.Peak3:26
- 14.Summer Games4:08
- 15.Jaded4:22
- 16.Nice for What3:31
- 17.Finesse3:02
- 18.Ratchet Happy Birthday3:27
- 19.That’s How You Feel2:38
- 20.Blue Tint2:43
- 21.In My Feelings3:38
- 22.Don’t Matter to Me4:06
- 23.After Dark4:50
- 24.Final Fantasy3:40
- 25.March 145:10
Views2016
- 1.Keep the Family Close5:29
- 2.94:16
- 3.U With Me?4:57
- 4.Feel No Ways4:01
- 5.Hype3:29
- 6.Weston Road Flows4:14
- 7.Redemption5:34
- 8.With You3:15
- 9.Faithful4:50
- 10.Still Here3:10
- 11.Controlla4:05
- 12.One Dance2:54
- 13.Grammys3:40
- 14.Childs Play4:01
- 15.Pop Style3:33
- 16.Too Good4:23
- 17.Summers Over (interlude)1:46
- 18.Fire & Desire3:58
- 19.Views5:12
- 20.Hotline Bling4:27
Lost Tracks2015
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If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late2015
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6 God2014
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Nothing Was the Same2013
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Take Care2011
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Thank Me Later2010
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Thank Us Later: The Remix Album2010
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No More Thank Yous2010
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Young & Successful2010
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So Far Gone2009
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Heartbreak Drake2008
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Comeback Season2007
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Room for Improvement2006
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Gallery
Label
- Record label
- OVO Sound
- Record label
- Republic Records
- Record label
- Young Money Entertainment
- Record label
- Cash Money Records
Achievements
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Rap Album
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance
- Award
- Canada's Walk of Fame
- Award
- Grammy Award for Best Rap Song
- Award
- American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist
- Award
- American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album
- Award
- American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Song
- Award
- American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Song
- Award
- Brit Award for International Male Solo Artist
- Award
- Echo Pop Award for the Hit of the Year
Groups
- Young Moneycurrent
Similar artists
Archive
Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Aubrey Drake Graham, C. Papi, Champagne Papi, ドレイク
Aubrey Drake Graham is a Canadian rapper, singer, and actor. Often referred to as one of the greatest rappers of all time, he is credited with popularizing R&B sensibilities in hip-hop music through rap-singing. Drake first gained recognition as Jimmy Brooks in the CTV teen drama series Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2008) and began his music career by independently releasing the mixtapes Room for Improvement (2006), Comeback Season (2007), and So Far Gone (2009), before signing with Young Money Entertainment.
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