From his days on Degrassi as Jimmy Brooks to the bright lights of New York’s Madison Square Garden, Toronto native Aubrey Drake Graham is living proof that anything is possible! Holding eminent titles such as: “The first Canadian rapper to go platinum” and “The biggest celebrity Canada has produced,” Drake has a lot to offer from potent, engaging rap lyrics, to soothing, sensual R&B hits.
This Young Money heavy weight brought an exciting buzz to Vancouver fans back on July 27th, playing a sold out show at The Centre For Performing Arts. While the crowd become antsy to see Drake, openers P Reign and Francis & The Lights got the crowd amped for what would be an amazing night. And it was all building to Drake's performance.
Then, the moment the lights dimmed, anxious fans began chanting: “Drizzy, Drizzy, Drizzy!” As the overjoyed crowd began to prepare their cameras for the anticipated moment, he sprung out on stage rapping his hot new freestyle; 9am in Dallas. The concert catered to the all-ages crowd who all loved Drake's performances of singles from So Far Gone and Thank Me Later.
Taking short breaks in between songs, he engaged the crowed by bringing a female fan up on stage. This lucky lady was fortunate enough to share a brief slow dance and a peck on the cheek with the former Degrassi heartthrob! With his live band playing behind him, the crowd grew louder and louder as he slowed things down singing some of his R&B slow jams.
As the night came to an end many fans were definitely mesmerized by his deep vocals and his promise to return to Vancouver as he claimed it is one of favourite cities in the world. His performance was definitely worthy of a five star rating and will not be easily forgotten by die-hard fans. Mr. Graham’s success on stage and off stage is definitely far from over!