Drake

Aubrey Drake Graham first gained attention as an actor on the TV series Degrassi: The Next Generation before launching his music career with the 2009 mixtape So Far Gone. He was born on October 24, 1986, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He solidified his place in hip-hop with breakthrough albums like Take Care (2011), which won the Grammy for Best Rap Album, and Nothing Was the Same (2013). Known for hits such as “Started From the Bottom” and “Hotline Bling,” Drake helped popularize the atmospheric, moody sound associated with Toronto producers like Noah “40” Shebib, blending rap with R&B in a way that shaped the sound of the 2010s. Drake’s influence extends beyond music through collaborations with artists like Rihanna on “Work” (2016) and Future on the mixtape What a Time to Be Alive (2015). He launched the OVO Sound label in 2012 with 40 and Oliver El-Khatib, fostering Toronto’s music scene and expanding his entrepreneurial footprint. His 2018 album Scorpion broke streaming records on platforms like Spotify, underscoring his impact on hip-hop’s global reach and the evolution of rap’s melodic style.

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Trey Alston2 days ago
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The original version of the track first arrived back in May as part of Drake's three-albums-at-once rollout.

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Drake Spotted at Ye's Houston Show on Halloween With Travis Scott and Mike Dean

Travis Scott was with Drizzy, and Mike Dean also attended the show.

Trey Alston5 days ago
Drake is seen on October 24, 2026 in New York City.
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DJ Akademiks Claims Drake Is Nearing Biggest Record Deal in History

Akademiks suggested Drake's next deal could be "the biggest record deal on history, on the books, in terms of what they would have to pay him as an advance."

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Violent Home Invasion Near Drake’s Mansion Leaves Four Hospitalized

Three masked suspects allegedly shot three family members and attacked another with a hammer.

Mark Elibert7 days ago
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Drake Praises 'F*cking General' Jeff Ross After Surprise 40th Birthday Roast

Drake recently said a roast from fellow Canadian Jim Carrey was "all I want for my birthday."

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Drake Copyright Lawsuit Over "Janice STFU" Dismissed Without Prejudice

The suit's central allegations were previously denied by a Drake rep as part of a larger effort to exploit the 'Iceman' artist's name.

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Judge Dismisses RBX Lawsuit Alleging Billions of Fake Drake Streams on Spotify

A 16-page ruling detailed that, for the second time, the West Coast rapper did not sufficiently back up his claims.

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Drake Celebrates 40th Birthday in Custom Anomaly Relic Necklace Featuring Photo of Parents

Anomaly Relic founder Karen Yost said the piece, commissioned by Drake’s stylist, marked “a design worth passing down to his own son.”

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Lena the Plug Appears to Confirm Adam22 Reunion at Drake's Party: 'Gave This Man a Second Chance'

The couple reunited after a public separation, with Lena saying she's giving Adam22 a second chance.

Mark Elibert11 days ago
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Drake Gives Bow Wow His Flowers at New York Birthday Party

Drizzy thanked Bow Wow for teaching him what he knows about being a superstar.

Trey Alston12 days ago
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Watch Drake Deliver Sentimental 40th Birthday Speech: 'Tonight Is About Being Alive'

Drizzy took a moment to get soppy at his birthday party at Casa Cipriani in New York City.

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Drake Surprised by Backstreet Boys at 40th Birthday Bash in New York

Nick Carter and the gang showed up to surprise Drizzy as he celebrated his 40th trip around the sun.

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Drake's 'Views' Reaches Diamond Status as His RIAA Total Crosses 350M Units

Drizzy's 2016 album has crossed 10 million units, as well have his tracks "In My Feelings" and "Marvins Room."

Trey Alston14 days ago
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