In Defense of Drake

Last night I found myself in the midst of a conversation that I’ve heard one too many times. Is the most notable hip-hop artist to ever come out of my city a sell-out? I won’t rehash the entire debate, but I’ll outline my point again with the hope that I won’t have to repeat myself any time soon.

Toronto is truly the greatest place on this earth.—
Drizzy Drake (@drakkardnoir) March 19, 2011

Drake & Trey Songz – Successful

Hopefully this video they can play during daytime TV.
 
I still miss that Wayne verse, but it’s still good stuff. Better than the last Drake video, IMO. Dope Obama quote at the end too.

Drake on ‘The Gambling Stories’

Shout-outs to Bishop Brigante.
 
And for those not up to speed, here’s footage of Drake’s worst gambling story.
 

Drake, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Eminem – Forever (Version 2)

VIDEO CREDIT: CityOnMyBack.com
ON SOME ALL-STAR S***! Plus that piano they added in the background is tight.
 http://videos.onsmash.com/e/2XxWNLJcl3P2Gypj