Drake

Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Drake Graham, is a Canadian rapper. rappersinger, songwriter, actor and presenter with an estimated net worth of 160 million euros. He was born on October 24, 1986 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Drake is one of the best-known and most successful musicians on the hip-hop scene. His music combines various genres such as hip-hop, R&B and pop. He became known for his mixtapes and albums, including “Thank Me Later”, “Take Care” and “Views”. Drake has achieved numerous chart positions, awards and records and is considered one of the most influential artists in the modern music industry. His lyrics often deal with personal issues and interpersonal relationships. Drake is also known under his pseudonym Drizzy.

Childhood and youth

His parents separated when he was five years old and he grew up with his mother in humble circumstances in the immigrant neighborhood of West End. He later moved with his mother to the affluent Forest Hill neighborhood. There he attended schools such as the Forest Hill Collegiate Institute and the Vaughan Road Academy before dropping out of high school in favor of his acting career.

Drake was raised Jewish and celebrated his bar mitzvah at the age of thirteen. His school years were marked by bullying due to his faith, his skin color and his low social status, which made him unhappy. Despite these challenges, Drake developed into a successful artist and is now one of the most important personalities in the music industry.

Career

Drake began his acting career at the age of 15 when he landed a role in the Canadian television series “Degrassi: The Next Generation”. There he played the role of Jimmy Brooks from 2001 to 2009. At the same time, he began making music and released several mixtapes, which brought him initial attention. In 2009, he finally signed a record deal with Young Money Entertainment, Lil Wayne’s label. His first albums “Thank Me Later” (2010) and “Take Care” (2011) were very successful and established him as an up-and-coming star in the music business. From then on, things went uphill for Drake, who became one of the leading figures on the international music scene with numerous hits and awards.

Drake’s career is characterized by undeniable success. He reached an important milestone with his debut album “Thank Me Later” in 2010, which topped the charts in both the USA and Canada and was certified platinum. Right from the start, he impressed with collaborations with well-known artists such as Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Jay-Z. His second studio album “Take Care” from 2011 was awarded the prize for Best Rap Album at the Grammy Awards. The following albums, including “Nothing Was the Same” (2013) and “Views” (2016), cemented his reputation as one of the leading figures in the hip-hop scene.

With hits such as “One Dance” and “God’s Plan”, Drake stormed the international charts and broke numerous records. His music skillfully combines different genres and his unique style fascinates millions of fans worldwide. His mixtapes and EPs such as “More Life” (2017) and “Scary Hours” (2018) are also extremely popular. Drake continues to set new standards in the music industry and his innovative approach to music and production make him one of the most influential artists of his generation. His captivating presence, remarkable talent and continued success make Drake a true superstar of the music world.

Private life

Drake’s private life provides interesting insights into his life as a successful rapper and musician. He owns impressive properties, including an estate in Hidden Hills, California, and a mansion in Toronto. From 2009 to 2016, he had a turbulent on-off relationship with singer Rihanna, which attracted a lot of media attention. He publicly declared his love for her at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards. In 2018, he revealed in an interview that he wanted to start a family with Rihanna. Drake also has a son, who was born in 2017. His mother is Sophie Brussaux, a former French porn actress. In his song “March 14”, he proudly confirmed his paternity and the date of his son’s birth.

Filmography

Drake’s filmography shows his versatile talent not only in music, but also on the big screen. From 2001 to 2009, he appeared in the television series “Degrassi: The Next Generation” in a total of 145 episodes. He also had guest roles in various TV series such as “Blue Murder”, “Soul Food” and “Best Friend’s Date”. In 2007, he played a role in the comedy film “Charlie Bartlett” and in 2012 he lent his voice to the character Continental Drift in the animated film “Ice Age 4 – Voll verschoben”.

He has also appeared in films such as “Anchorman – The Legend Returns” (2013) and in the documentaries “6ix Rising” (2017) and “The Carter Effect” (2017). In 2019, he appeared in the film “Remember Me and Toronto”. Drake’s filmography shows that he is not only successful as a musician, but also as an actor.

Awards

Drake has received numerous awards for his musical achievements throughout his career. He was named Best International Solo Artist at the BRIT Awards in 2017 and 2019. At the Grammy Awards, he won the Best Rap Album Award for “Take Care” in 2013, the Best Rap/Singing Performance Award and the Best Rap Song Award for “Hotline Bling” in 2017 and the Best Rap Song Award for “God’s Plan” in 2019. He also won the Grammy for Best Melodic Rap Performance for “Wait For U” (Future feat. Drake & Tems) in 2023.

He received several awards at the Juno Awards, including New Artist of the Year (2010) and Rap Recording of the Year for various albums. These awards recognize Drake’s talent and artistic achievement and make him one of the most successful artists of his generation.

Studio albums

• 2010 Thank Me Later
• 2011 Take Care
• 2013 Nothing Was the Same
• 2016 Views
• 2018 Scorpion
• 2021 Certified Lover Boy
• 2022 Honestly, Nevermind
• 2023 For All the Dogs