One of the most revered figures in contemporary hip-hop - Drake recently sparked excitement and speculation following a post on Instagram that has since led to discussion among fans and critics alike.
The Toronto-born rapper shared a picture of music producer and longtime collaborator Noah “40” Shebib working in front of a fireplace decorated for Christmas.
While the rapper himself was absent from the image. He had captioned the image as “strong winds from the north.” The post has also ignited excitement for his unannounced collaboration with OVO label mate PartyNextDoor (PND).
The collaboration project was first mentioned on PND’s “Sorry I’m Outside Tour,” where Drake teased fans that it would be released by the end of 2024. But with the calendar year winding down, doubts persist about whether it will be released on time (Hot New Hiphop).
Some internet users seem to be trolling Drake, calling out his allegations that he uses ghostwriters.
"Who’s writing it for him"
"Oh sh*t Ghostwriters cooking up" commented another.
"Everything this guy does is actually corny i canttttttt" said a X user.
"Bro has a dinner table ready for the ghost writers" remarked another.
Other reactions by the public seem to be excitement and anticipation.
"Street is boring without him" one fan wrote.
"We need that, too much trash sh*t these last few months" stated an internet user.
"You guys do know drake has written some of the best R&B songs we’ve heard??" responded one fan.
A peek into Drake’s Previous Albums
Drake’s first studio album, Thank Me Later (2010), showcases a style that contains rap and smooth R&B influence. It was commercially successful, with hits like “Find Your Love” and “Over" (Billboard).
His follow-up, Take Care (2011), contained classic tracks such as “Marvins Room” and “Take Care” with Rihanna. It was widely acclaimed by critics and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.
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In 2015, the rapper released If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late, an album that straddled the line between mixtape and album. The project was characterized by darker tones and features such as “Energy” and “10 Bands.”
The 2016 album Views embraced Caribbean and dancehall sounds, leading to global smashes like "One Dance" and "Hotline Bling." His recent efforts, Scorpion (2018) and Certified Lover Boy(2021) add to his influential legacy in hip-hop (Business Insider).
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