One would think a new artist and still unproven novelty such as D.R.A.M. would be thrilled his year-old hit in the “Cha Cha” was given new life from a Drake co-sign following the success of “Hotline Bling.” Alas, quite the opposite is the tale of the tape after the rookie rapper expressed his disapproval for Drizzy using Timmy Thomas’ 1973 sample of “Why Can’t We Live Together” to create the same effect with a more spectacular effort.
Crabs will never grow tired of their barrel prison yet D.R.A.M. is accurate in his observation that a Drake co-sign will create a solar eclipse on an upstart artist’s entire planet. Check out several examples down below.
“Versace” w/ Migos (2013)
Drake’s “freestyle” over the Migos’ debut single immediately turned into the official remix thanks to its potency. Also, this copyright infringing YouTube link has more plays than the original music video.
“Little Bit” w/ Lykke Li (2009)
Drake has shown his affinity for updating existing hits for the better part of his career, as evidenced from his groundbreaking 2009 mixtape, So Far Gone. After its release, he would go on to achieve mammoth success where as Lykke Li remains a relatively quiet act.
“We Made It” w/ Soulja Boy (2014)
Nia Riley’s man was well aware no one would be checking for his input so he took a backseat on his own track to let Drake get all the shine.
“Drama” w/ Roy Wood$ (2015)
The newest OVO Sound artist entered in the game on the good foot this year and now all he needs to do is find another hit, because this one belongs to Champagne Papi.
“Stay Schemin'” w/ Rick Ross (2012)
By allowing Drake to air out his frustrations with Common, the Untouchable Maybach Music Empire watched one of their luxury cars drive off the lot without receiving a down payment. We’ll exercise some chill and not mention “Aston Martin Music” as well.
“Say Something” w/ Timbaland (2009)
The average fan doesn’t know anything about Shock Value II but this record got plenty of burn nationwide.
“My Love” w/ Majid Jordan (2015)
We as a culture are making tremendous progress to getting the word out that Majid Jordan is actually two people. Until then, bootleg MP3s of “My Love” will be credited to Drake.
“Tuesday” w/ ILOVEMAKONNEN (2014)
The chorus is still the most infectious part of the record but when Drake hopped on the remix, his presence ensured that everyone would hear it.
“Ojuelegba” w/ Wizkid & Skepta (2015)
Wizkid and Skepta are something like a big deal to their respective international fan bases and the “Ojuelegba (Remix)” introduced their talents to the American audiences. And they didn’t bitch about it, either. When it comes to Drake and Skepta, it gets deeper than rap.
“R.I.C.O.” w/ Meek Mill (2015)
Meek Mill has no one to blame for this entry but himself. The saga continues.
10 Times a Drake Co-Sign Stole The Show
