Born Aubrey Drake Graham on October 24, 1986 Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor Gained recognition as Jimmy Brooks on "Degrassi: The Next Generation"
Independently released mixtapes Signed with Young Money Entertainment in 2009 (Lil Wayne) Commercial breakthrough with "Thank Me Later" (2010) Topped Billboard 200
Successful albums: "Take Care," "Nothing Was the Same," "Views," "Scorpion" Known for: Introspective lyrics Catchy melodies Genre-bending (Hip-hop, R&B, Pop)
Record-breaking achievements: Most Billboard Hot 100 entries Most Top 10 singles on Billboard Hot 100 Most Billboard Music Awards won 5 Grammy Awards Best Rap Album for "Take Care" Influence on fashion and popular culture One of the most influential artists of his generation
Toronto, ON, Canada
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