I’d even go as far as to say he’s the most influential person as far as a musician that I’d ever had in my life.” Their Collaborations On Wax So before I met him, I had the utmost respect for Kanye West.
He knows how to utilize great sounds and great music. “Before I ever got the chance to meet him, Kanye West shaped a lot of what I do, as far as music goes,” Drake said. Speaking specifically about the 41-year-old’s 808’s and Heartbreak album, the Toronto rapper described ‘Ye as “the most influential person” who was important to young emcees in the game. In a 2009 interview, the then-industry rookie had some nice words for West. 5 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 charts as they created their own lane.ĭrake Calls Kanye “The Most Influential Person” The accolades for the latter song resulted in the No.
They collaborated on two tracks- the futuristic love songs “Show Me A Good Time,” and “Find Your Love.” With West holding down production, deep-pocketed 808’s and table-top scratch sounds were highlighted. ‘Thank Me Later’ Proves Their Shared PowerĪfter meeting in 2009, the duo came together to bring Drake’s Thank Me Later album to the next level. The admiration continued throughout the years, resulting in more freestyles over songs like “ Swagga Like Us ” and “ Barry Bonds.” Both tracks feature beats created by the Chi-town native. For “ Say What’s Real ,” a single off his mixtape So Far Gone, the “In My Feelings” MC sampled Yeezy’s “Say You Will” off of his 2008 album 808s & Heartbreak. Check it out below.ĭrake’s Freestyles Over Many Beats By ‘Yeīefore he was one of the most sought-after rappers in the world, Drizzy has looked up to Kanye West and sampled his work.
To abstain from dwelling on the negativity, VIBE has collected a list of moments taking you through the high points in the rappers’ relationship.