5/12/2023 0 Comments Thank me later album review![]() “Fireworks” picks up where So Far Gone left off as OVO’s in-house producer 40 crafts a somber yet epic backdrop for the album opener as the young emcee leaves his feelings on his shoulder, alluding to his fear of change in his relationship with mentor Lil’ Wayne as his success grows as well on his brief tryst with Rihanna before giving way to Alicia Keys’ creamy vocals on the chorus. ![]() While So Far Gone was Drake’s introduction to the mainstream, Thank Me Later is his official solo debut and the red carpet is certainly rolled out for hip hop’s latest attempt at “Neo”, boasting high profile cameos from the likes of Alicia Keys, Jeezy, Jay-Z and of course, Lil’ Wayne. With every premature release from his highly anticipated debut, fans of Toronto’s latest superstar were ultimately conflicted, torn between his rhyming capabilities, his ability to harmonize on his own records and finally, the effect his Young Money family was hindering the vulnerability in his music that made him internationally known. For many artists, making millions of dollars is the source of a drastic change in lyrics, subject content as well as thought process. This was what Aubrey “Drake” Graham foreshadowed the drastic change monetary gain has on one’s art and lifestyle. “It’s funny how money can change everything” © Drake: “Fear” ![]() Producers: Noah “40” Shebib, Al Khaliq, Boi-1da, Crada, Francis & The Lights, Jeff Bhasker, Kanye West, No I.D., Omen, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, Tone Mason
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