Tha ish: Is Drake the new ish?

I’m constantly on the hunt for talented new artists. Last year I fell in love with Jazmine Sullivan after hearing her first release from her debut album, Fearless (I’m still a fan), and now I’m on the hunt for the next hot ish.

There is a lot of crap out there—ahem Souljah Boy, and most of the ridiculous music aired on 106 & Park, but I’m feenin’ for something new—something fresh.

I’ve been hearing serious buzz about Drake—a Toronto native and ex-star of Canada’s answer to teen dramas, Degrassi—for a while now. Actually, I’ve heard about him and his turn as a rapper for at least two years.

About three months ago you couldn’t go anywhere without hearing about Drake. True, the boy has a flawless visage (unfortunately, he’s way too young for me, so I can admire his good looks from a far!), but everyone was hailing him as the next big thing. He even performed at the BET Awards—which is huge for any up and coming artist! (BTW, I wasn’t a fan of the performance – but that’s for another post) It also doesn’t hurt that he has been romantically linked to the equally gorgeous artist, Rihanna and his association with uber successful rapper, Lil Wayne, has undeniably upped his profile.

I heard his single Best I Ever Had a while back and I thought it was okay. To be honest, I wasn’t feelin’ it as much as everyone else. I wasn’t able to enjoy the song fully because I kept thinking about his character on Degrassi, not Drake the rapper

Then I started to listen to the song, and I slowly fell under its spell. It’s cute how he tells his special girl that he loves everything about her. Check this out, this is my fave line in the song:

Sweat pants, hair tied, chillin with no makeup on
That's when you’re the prettiest I hope that you don't take it wrong

Aww, ain’t that sweet? But I will confess that I like his latest release, Successful way more. (pssst...I also must come clean and admit to liking his raunchy ode, Every Girl—edited version of of course) The beat is hot and the lyrics are intelligent (On Successful, not Every Girl). He is obviously a true lyricist and doesn’t just go for the hook.

I’m starting to see why everyone is loving them some Drake. So I’m sure you can see me being Team Drake very soon!