Lecture Notes: The Drama Between The Weeknd and Drake

Background

• Artist: The Weeknd (Abel Tesfe)
• Problem: Interest from Drake (Drizzy Drake)
• Drake's Reputation: Known for signing artists and using them as writers (referred to as OVO Sweatshop)

Early Career of The Weeknd

• Early buzz and high demand despite anonymity
• Origin: Toronto (same city as Drake)
• Drake starts showing interest by promoting The Weeknd on his radio

Drake and The Weeknd's Relationship Development

• Initial meeting: The Weeknd declines to sign with Drake
• Explanation: Prefers not to be signed to another artist

Industry Dynamics

• Large record labels versus artist-led labels
• Examples: Travis Scott's Cactus Jack, Drake's OVO
• Issue: Artists signed under other artists rarely outshine the label owner

Collaborations and Album Contributions

• Drake invites The Weeknd to concerts and studio sessions
• Songs transferred from The Weeknd to Drake's album "Take Care"
• Impact: Increased reluctance of The Weeknd to sign with Drake

Public Dispute and Social Media Drama

• The Weeknd signs with Republic Records
• Drake reacts negatively on social media
• The Weeknd's interview revealing Drake's song appropriation
• Drake's broader issues with ghostwriting allegations

Rekindled Friendship and Renewed Conflict

• On-and-off friendship due to professional jealousy and rivalry
• Influence of The Weeknd's and Kendrick Lamar's rising success
• Drake's insecurities and petty actions

Chart Rivalry

• Songs in competition: The Weeknd's "The Hills" vs. Drake's "Hotline Bling"
• The Weeknd's album "Starboy": Major success and critical acclaim

Personal Conflicts

• Relationships: The Weeknd dating Bella Hadid and Selena Gomez
• Drake's interference in The Weeknd's personal life (dating Bella Hadid)
• Series of diss tracks and social media jabs

Final Feuds and Current Status

• The Weeknd's participation in a mass diss track against Drake
• Escalation to real-world harrassment

Conclusion

• Long-standing feud influenced by professional and personal conflicts
• Similar dynamics in Drake's feuds with other artists like Kendrick Lamar
• Notable for The Weeknd's consistent refusal to back down

Acknowledgments

• Thanks to viewers, supportive comments, and subscribers