Is Drake A-List?

Degrassi Acting Career

Gained recognition as Jimmy Brooks on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation' while secretly working on rap mixtapes. His acting provided income but he was relatively unknown outside Canadian teen television.

So Far Gone Breakthrough

Released mixtape 'So Far Gone' which went viral and led to his signing with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment. The mixtape's success established him as a promising new voice in hip-hop.

Take Care Critical Success

Released 'Take Care', which won the Grammy for Best Rap Album and spawned multiple hit singles. The album established his signature introspective style and solidified his position as a major rap star.

If You're Reading This and Streaming

Released surprise mixtape 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late' and embraced streaming platforms, breaking records. His dominance on streaming services made him one of the most commercially successful artists.

Views Album Dominance

Released 'Views', which featured 'Hotline Bling' and 'One Dance', breaking multiple streaming records. The album's massive commercial success cemented his status as one of the biggest artists in the world.

Scorpion and Chart Records

Released 'Scorpion' featuring 'God's Plan' and 'In My Feelings', which broke numerous Billboard records. His streaming dominance and commercial success reached unprecedented levels for a hip-hop artist.

Certified Lover Boy Release

Released 'Certified Lover Boy', which debuted with every track in the Billboard Hot 100's top 10, breaking the record. Despite some critical backlash, his commercial dominance remained undeniable.

Hip-Hop Heavyweight

Drake remains one of the most commercially successful rappers with continued streaming dominance and cultural influence. He is a household name and major star, though recent controversies and competition have kept him from universal icon status.