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Drake is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer. He first gained fame as an actor on the teen drama series Degrassi: The Next Generation, before scoring his breakthrough hit "Best I Ever Had" in 2009. Since then, he has become one of the most successful and acclaimed rappers in the world.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Drake is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On October 24, 1986, Drake was born in Toronto, Canada. He is the son of Dennis and Sandi Graham.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Drake Begins Rapping</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 15, Drake began rapping and recorded his first mixtape, Room for Improvement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs Record Deal with Universal Music Group</div><div class='timeline-text'>Drake signs a record deal with Universal Music Group and releases his first studio album, Thank Me Later.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Grammy Award Nomination</div><div class='timeline-text'>Drake earns his first Grammy Award nomination for the single 'Best I Ever Had' from his album So Far Gone.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Third Studio Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Drake releases his third studio album, Nothing Was The Same, which goes on to be certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Fifth Studio Album Scorpion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Drake releases his fifth studio album Scorpion which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Sixth Studio Album Dark Lane Demo Tapes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Drake releases his sixth studio album Dark Lane Demo Tapes which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Amazing Artist</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Drake is an amazing artist. His music has been critically acclaimed and he has won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards. He also has a unique sound that blends hip hop, R&B, and pop.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Inspiration to Many</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Drake is an inspiration to many people. His lyrics often reflect his life experiences, struggles, and triumphs. He is a role model for young people around the world and offers fans hope and encouragement through his music.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He Supports Charities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Drake is an advocate for various charities and causes. He often donates proceeds from his concerts to charity organizations and uses his platform to spread awareness about important causes. This shows that Drake cares deeply about making the world a better place.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started His Career as an Actor</h3><p class='facts-text'>Drake started his career as an actor, appearing in the popular Canadian teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation when he was just 15 years old.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Rapper to Win a Grammy for Rap Album of the Year</h3><p class='facts-text'>Drake was the first rapper to win a Grammy for Rap Album of the Year with 2012's Take Care.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most Streamed Artist on Spotify</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2018, Drake became the most streamed artist on Spotify with over 8.2 billion streams.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Highest Paid Artist in Hip Hop History</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2018, Drake broke the record for highest paid artist in hip hop history, earning an estimated $120 million.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won a Juno Award</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2011, Drake won his first and only Juno Award, Canada's version of the Grammy Awards, for Best New Artist.</p></div></div>
Drake, a Canadian rapper, was born on October 24, 1986, and is currently 36 years old. He is widely considered one of modern rap's biggest stars, with multiple number one hits and numerous awards. Drake is best known for songs like "God's Plan" and "In My Feelings."
