Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Drake Graham, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur. He was born on October 24, 1986, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to an African-American father and a Jewish-Canadian mother. Drake’s parents divorced when he was five years old, and he was raised by his mother in Toronto’s Forest Hill neighborhood.

 

Drake began his career as an actor, appearing in the Canadian teen drama series “Degrassi: The Next Generation” from 2001 to 2009. In 2006, he released his first mixtape, “Room for Improvement,” which was followed by “Comeback Season” in 2007 and “So Far Gone” in 2009. “So Far Gone” included the hit single “Best I Ever Had,” which peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

 

In 2010, Drake released his debut studio album, “Thank Me Later,” which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album included the hit singles “Find Your Love” and “Fancy.” Drake’s second studio album, “Take Care,” was released in 2011 and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2013. The album included the hit singles “Headlines,” “The Motto,” and “Take Care” featuring Rihanna.

 

Drake continued to release successful albums, including “Nothing Was the Same” in 2013, “Views” in 2016, and “Scorpion” in 2018. “Views” debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and included the hit singles ,” and “Contro”One Dance” featuring WizKid and Kyla, “Hotline Blinglla.” “Scorpion” also debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and included the hit singles “God’s Plan,” “In My Feelings,” and “Nonstop.”

 

Drake has won numerous awards throughout his career, including four Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, and 27 Billboard Music Awards. He has also broken several records, including the most charted songs (232) by a solo artist in the history of the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

 

In addition to his music career, Drake has also ventured into entrepreneurship. He is the founder of the record label OVO Sound and the clothing line OVO (October’s Very Own). He has also invested in several companies, including the whiskey brand Virginia Black and the esports organization 100 Thieves.

 

 

Drake is known for his unique style, which blends hip-hop, R&B, and pop music. He often incorporates personal experiences and emotions into his music, which has resonated with fans around the world. He has been praised for his ability to create catchy hooks and memorable lyrics, as well as his versatility as an artist.

 

Overall, Drake has become one of the most successful and influential musicians of his generation. His impact on the music industry and popular culture is undeniable, and he continues to push boundaries and break records with each new release.