doomeduser88

On Nothing Was the Same, Drake sounds completely locked in—focused, self-assured, and personal without ever overdoing it. The album moves from anthem to anthem so naturally that it barely feels like there’s any wasted space, and by the end it feels like one of the purest versions of everything that makes Drake’s music connect with people.

Standout Tracks: Wu-Tang Forever, Pound Cake / Paris Morton Music 2, From Time, Tuscan Leather
Least Favorite Track: Own It

If You're Reading This It's Too Late was the album that really sold me on Drake in 2015, and it still feels like the version of his sound that fits my hip-hop tastes best—dark, hypnotic beats, heavy synths, and that hungry, confident energy running through almost every track. The first half is basically nonstop bangers for me, while the back half brings some of his best emotional and melodic moments, making it one of those albums I can throw on anytime and enjoy with no skips. ... read more

Habibti mostly rides on mellow production, moody melodies, and that familiar "sexy songs" Drake style, which makes it easy to settle into when you want something smooth in the background. I wish a few of the songs had been pushed a little further creatively or given more time to breathe, but even without being a standout album, it still has enough good moments to make for an enjoyable listen.

Standout Tracks: WNBA, Fortworth, White Bone, Slap The City
Least Favorite Track: I'm ... read more

Iceman has a smooth, polished sound with slick production and enough variety to keep most of the album engaging. There’s a lonely, defensive feeling running through it, as we get Drake responding to pressure coming from every direction, and even if the album can feel a little too long and emotionally heavy at times, the honesty behind it gives it weight.

Standout Tracks: Janice STFU, Whisper My Name, Dust
Least Favorite Track: B's On The Table