Some believe he’s too lighthearted and meme-minded with his constant use of the line “baby” and comedic breaks throughout the music video. Discussion questionsĭrake has sparked some controversy over his song and upcoming album. God made us emotional beings, and ultimately wishes for us to be emotionally whole under Him. Taking the time to both laugh and cry are essential for our mental health. In reality, It doesn’t matter how successful or masculine you are, we all experience pain and moments of vulnerability.įor everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven… a time to kill, and a time to heal a time to break down, and a time to build up a time to weep, and a time to laugh a time to mourn, and a time to dance… In showing his pain, Drake breaks down the stereotypical assumption that celebrities and men should always uphold their image and avoid weakness. The joke with Druski2Funny is that usually these kinds of emotional moments are avoided among men, which is why Drake’s willingness to show emotional vulnerability is noteworthy. Without any further explanation, Drake wipes away his tears and carries on with the music video. It’s been a long fight, and I just have to have a warrior spirit. Druski2Funny enters the frame and asks Drake “What are you doing!?” After a few comedic moments, Drake explains himself by saying, “Nah, nah. In the music video (language), Drake appears in a scene crying alone in a room. Drake joined sports stars like Kevin Durant, Odell Beckham Jr., and Marshawn Lynch at Nike headquarters to shoot the music video, along with social media influencer Aggy Abby and comedian Druski2Funny. Yet the music video isn’t without its cast of A-listers. He also gains respect by supporting lesser-known artists by collaborating with them in his songs-like Lil’ Durk, the featured rapper on “Laugh Now Cry Later.” Drake could have easily collaborated with a famous artist for more revenue, but decided that uplifting lesser-known artists was more important.ĭrake uses his status to prop up others in Hip Hop instead of using already established pop icons. Embracing the positivesĭrake has earned respect in the music industry through his ability to rap/sing well and continuously make hit after hit. Although Drake is not the harshest mainstream rapper out there, he also still brags about his riches, casually references substance abuse, and swears periodically (mainly the n-word) in this song. This lyric criticizes Kanye West’s recent 10-year contract with the clothing store Gap. Rather than leaving this toxicity behind, Drake adds to the drama by calling them out. It may seem like Drake is choosing to stay out of drama with the line above, but then he gets right back into it with the line:ĭrake has long-standing beef with artists like Kanye West and Pusha T. Nevertheless, he expresses how he’s tired of fighting with other artists. Like many artists, Drake has had his fair share of public drama, and at times has used his music as a weapon against his rivals. It’s our goal as parents to try to understand the culture our kids are living in because in that genuine effort, we find incredible moments of connection. When we’re quick to jump to the negatives, we shut down opportunities for discussion with our kids. So, when discussing this song with your teen, we encourage you to embrace what’s good while also recognizing what isn’t. ![]() On the other hand, he has a good sense of humor and isn’t afraid to explore difficult subjects, something Gen Z appreciates in artists.ĭrake has been a prominent figure in pop culture, and will be for quite some time. ![]() But what message does his music carry? What influence is Drake having on his fans? On the one hand, Drake is no stranger to substance abuse, drama, or strong language, and often raps about these things in his music. He was recognized earlier this year as the artist to have the most songs hit the Billboard Hot 100 charts. How might this influence my teen?ĭrake has a knack for producing catchy songs. With the influence of 2Pac and a return to Drake’s earlier music style, he released his song “ Laugh Now Cry Later” (language) as the album’s precursor on August 13th. Despite having just dropped his mixtape Dark Lane Demo Tapes in May, Drake is staying busy with his new album Certified Lover Boy, rumored to release in mid-September.
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