Shady Things About Drake Everyone Ignores
Published -
- January 12, 2019
- 2:00 pm
Drake – the artist formerly known as Aubrey Graham – has been able to keep a relatively clean reputation in the public eye,
Especially for someone with so many scandals attached to his name. But if you scratch past the surface of Drizzy’s demeanor, you’ll find quite a bit of dirt.
Bottle-throwing brawl | 0:16
Stealing the spotlight | 0:54
Career-ending track | 1:37
Fake relationship | 2:25
Signing a criminal? | 3:12
What have some women accused Drake of in regards to his relationships with underage fans?
As one of the most successful and popular musicians of the past decade, Drake has amassed a devoted global fanbase who hang on his every word. His music touches on universal themes of love, heartbreak, and ambition, and his public persona is one of vulnerability, authenticity, and charm.
But beneath the surface of the Canada-born rapper lies a more complicated figure, one that some fans and detractors alike have pointed out over the years. From rumors of ghostwriting to allegations of grooming underage fans, there are several shady things about Drake that have been largely ignored by the public.
Perhaps the most prominent of these is the allegation of ghostwriting. Although Drake is undoubtedly a talented lyricist and rapper, there have been persistent rumors that he has employed ghostwriters to help him craft his verses. This accusation first gained traction in 2015, when rapper Meek Mill called Drake out on Twitter, claiming that his hit song “RICO” had been written by someone else.
Drake initially laughed off the allegations, but as more and more evidence emerged, including a reference track leaked by fellow rapper Quentin Miller, he was forced to admit that he had worked with a team of writers on some of his songs. While it’s not uncommon for musicians to work with collaborators, this revelation tarnished Drake’s reputation as a master lyricist and raised questions about the authenticity of his music.
Another questionable aspect of Drake’s public persona is his relationships with underage fans. In recent years, several women have come forward alleging that Drake pursued them when they were underage, texting them, inviting them to his shows and giving them gifts. While these relationships may have been legal at the time, many people have criticized Drake’s behavior as predatory and inappropriate, particularly given his status as a powerful celebrity with a large following.
Drake has never addressed these allegations directly, but his actions raise questions about his motives and the way he uses his fame and wealth to win over young fans.
Finally, there is the question of Drake’s authenticity. While he is often praised for his vulnerability and openness in his music, there are indications that his public persona is carefully crafted and curated for maximum commercial appeal. He has been accused of adopting different accents and personas as it suits him, whether it’s using a British accent on his song “Only You Freestyle” or donning a Jamaican patois on “Controlla.”
Some fans have criticized Drake for being disingenuous and inauthentic, suggesting that his carefully-cultivated public image is more an act than a true expression of who he is.
In conclusion, while Drake’s music and public persona have won him millions of fans around the world, there are certainly some shady aspects of his life and career that have gone largely ignored by the public. From accusations of ghostwriting to allegations of grooming underage fans, these controversies point to a more complicated and controversial figure beneath the surface of the charming and vulnerable persona that Drake presents to the world.
