Legends of Music: Drake

Drake, the globally acclaimed hip-hop artist, is often affectionately referred to by the nickname Drizzy. Drake has embraced the nickname in his various tracks and albums.

Breezy refers to Chris Brown. Weezy refers to Lil' Wayne. And Yeezy refers to Kanye West.

Drake built his lavish Toronto mansion in the upscale neighborhood of Bridle Path. The city holds a special place in his heart and frequently serves as both an inspiration in his music and a symbol of his roots.

Drake starred in the Canadian TV show "Degrassi: The Next Generation" before he became famous for his music. He played the character Jimmy Brooks, a basketball star whose life dramatically changes after he is shot, resulting in a physical disability that confines him to a wheelchair.

The nickname "The 6" refers to the shared digits in the Toronto area codes 416 and 647, as well as the six boroughs that were amalgamated to form the city as it is known today.

While the term was reportedly coined by rapper Jimmy Prime, Drake popularized it globally through his music, including his 2016 album "Views from the 6".

Drake and Rihanna were often spotted together from 2009 to 2016, and Drake has mentioned the relationship in every one of his studio albums. When presenting Rihanna with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award in 2016, he said "she's a woman I've been in love with since I was 22 years old."