Drake (born Aubrey Drake Graham on October 24, 1986) is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur. He is known for blending R&B with hip-hop and has been a dominant force in popular music since the late 2000s.
2001-2009: Drake gains fame as an actor on the Canadian teen drama series "Degrassi: The Next Generation."
2006: Releases his debut mixtape "Room for Improvement."
2009: Signs with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment after releasing his successful mixtape "So Far Gone” featuring the hit single "Best I Ever Had."
2010: Releases his debut studio album "Thank Me Later” which debuts at number one on the Billboard 200.
2011: Releases his second album "Take Care” which wins a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.
2013: Releases his third album "Nothing Was the Same” featuring hits like "Started from the Bottom."
2015: Releases two mixtapes, "If You're Reading This It's Too Late" and a collaboration with Future, "What a Time to Be Alive."
2016: Releases "Views” featuring the hit single "Hotline Bling” which earns him multiple Grammy Awards.
2018: Releases "Scorpion” featuring hits like "God's Plan" and "In My Feelings."
2021: Releases "Certified Lover Boy” which continues his commercial success.
2022: Releases "Honestly, Nevermind” exploring more dance and electronic sounds.
Drake has primarily worked as a solo artist but is affiliated with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment.
2013: Best Rap Album for "Take Care."
2017: Best Rap/Sung Performance and Best Rap Song for "Hotline Bling."
2019: Best Rap Song for "God's Plan."
1. "Hotline Bling” A viral hit known for its catchy melody and iconic music video, which won multiple Grammy Awards.
2. "God's Plan” A major hit that topped the charts and won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Song.
3. "In My Feelings” A chart-topping single that sparked the viral "Kiki Challenge" on social media.
On challenges
I'm not confrontational, but if someone challenges, I'm not going to back down.
Drake’s advice
The greatest advice you can ever get is to know yourself.
Drake's ability to adapt to changing musical trends, coupled with his talent for blending personal storytelling with mainstream appeal, has solidified his status as one of the most influential artists of his generation. His impact on music and culture continues to grow, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary pop and hip-hop.