Has Drake really decided to bid farewell to his illustrious rap career? During an exclusive interview on October 6th for the "Table For One" series, the musical icon addressed this question head-on while promoting his latest album, "For All the Dogs." Although he hasn't quite thrown in the towel on his illustrious music career, Drake did hint at the possibility of taking a deserved break.
"I probably won't be making music for a little bit," he confessed candidly, adding, "I'm going to be real with you. My health is my primary concern right now." Clarifying that his health issues are "nothing crazy," Drake further elaborated, "I want people to prioritize their health in life, and for years, I've been dealing with some pretty crazy stomach issues... So, I need to focus on getting myself right."
As for the duration of his hiatus, Drake seemed optimistic that it wouldn't be too prolonged. "Maybe a year or something, maybe a little longer," he speculated.
This marks a slight shift in Drake's tone. Earlier in February, Lil Yachty shared a snippet from an interview he conducted with Drake for his sunglasses brand, Futuremood, on Instagram. During that candid conversation, Drake had teased about seriously contemplating retirement.
"I'm at a point now where I'm kind of introducing the concept of a graceful exit in my mind," Drake had admitted during their "moody conversation."
It seems that Drake has been subtly hinting at his potential departure from the rap game for quite some time. In January, he treated fans to a two-night immersive greatest hits show at the iconic Apollo Theater in Harlem. During the performance, he transparently shared his gratitude with the audience, stating, "I wanted to make this about gratitude," before belting out hits from albums like "Take Care," "Nothing Was the Same," "Views," and more.
The renowned rap superstar took a momentous journey through his illustrious career during his captivating performances, revisiting his illustrious "Degrassi" era by proudly donning an iconic Jimmy Brooks jersey. However, amidst the nostalgia and reflection, he delivered a powerful statement that seemed to underscore his unwavering commitment to music, at least for the foreseeable future.
As reported by Okayplayer, he emotionally declared, "My mind has wandered to numerous paths in life, but at this precise moment, none of them outweigh the urge to continue creating music for you. So, I promise to be here for you, at least for a little while longer."
Even if Drake ever decides to gracefully step away from the music scene, it's unlikely that his departure will be permanent for this 36-year-old doting father. After all, he wouldn't be the first artist to make a swift comeback. JAY-Z famously announced his retirement from hip-hop following the release of "The Black Album" in 2003, which was rumored to be his swan song. Yet, we all know that his hiatus was fleeting as he subsequently returned to deliver six more solo albums, including masterpieces like "Kingdom Come," "American Gangster," "The Blueprint 3," "Watch the Throne," "Magna Carta... Holy Grail," and "4:44."
Given Drake's illustrious reign as a leader in music and pop culture for over a decade, it's difficult to fathom a scenario where he completely fades from the limelight. Perhaps, he might take a step back to nurture and mentor the next generation of rap artists, ensuring that his legacy continues to thrive and inspire future generations.
