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Drake & His Father Team Up For Impressive Birthday Duet: Watch

November 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Yesterday, Drake took to Instagram to write a heartfelt message to his father, Dennis Graham. His message accompanies footage of the two of them singing a duet onstage, and the crowd going wild. “My dad thinks I haven’t been listening to him when he’s been singing his old a** songs for 30 years straight but he’s my favorite singer of all time so I know all the words [laughing emojis] I love ya Dennis James,” Drake wrote.

Dennis was sure to show his son some love back in his comments section. “I love you too baby,” he responded. “These people don’t know where you came from or where you’re going baby so just keep doing you, keep on walking don’t look back.” This isn’t the first time fans have seen Drake and his dad team up onstage, however.

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Last month, they joined forces to perform T-Bone Walker’s 1947 song “Stormy Monday” at a jazz club in Toronto. Their duet was during Shane Philips’ set with the Band of People, according to Billboard, and Philips later shared a selfie with the rapper alongside a sweet caption. “It’s not often that i let people up on my stage but #drake showed up to my show with his dad and guess what … his dad could sing so i got them both up. If my dad was alive I would have wanted the same,” he said.

This isn’t the only heartwarming father and son moment Drake has been a part of recently either, as his son Adonis also wrote him an adorable letter last week. “Thank you for giving me such a good life,” it read, “And a good family. I love you dad.” What do you think of Drake’s recent heartfelt message to his father Dennis? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Drake & His Father Perform An Unexpected Blues Duet Together: Watch

October 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake and his father, Dennis Graham, performed a duet of T-Bone Walker’s 1947 hit, “Stormy Monday,” at a jazz club in Toronto over the weekend. The two took the stage together during Shane Philips’ set with the Band of People supporting them, as noted by Billboard. “These guys are on my mic, but it’s fine. Peace and love is part of this,” Philips said.

He also posted a selfie with the Toronto rapper on social media afterward, writing in the caption: “It’s not often that i let people up on my stage but #drake showed up to my show with his dad and guess what … his dad could sing so i got them both up. If my dad was alive I would have wanted the same.”

Drake & Dennis Graham Celebrate The 4th Of July

MALIBU, CALIFORNIA – JULY 04: Dennis Graham and Drake attend the ‘Red, White and Bootsy’ annual July 4th bash, presented by REVOLVE and The h.wood Group on July 04, 2021 in Malibu, California. at Nobu Malibu on July 4, 2021, in Malibu, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for Bootsy Bellows)

The night out with his father comes after Drake recently took a much more somber tone while on stage at a Toronto club, earlier this month. Celebrating Tyrone Edwards’ Nostalgia Party, Drake vented about fake friends and betrayal. “My real friends are definitely in the building,” he said. “But let me tell you that you’re going to come to a point in life where people you thought were friends, people you thought were close to you switch up.”They might try to move funny with you. They might stab you in the back. They might do a lot of things to you. You’ll come to that realization, wherever you’re at in life. You’ve probably been there and you’ll be there again. That’s how life is. Sometimes it’s you and you alone by yourself.”

Drake Sings With Dennis Graham In Toronto

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Drake Shows New Side Of Himself While Performing At Toronto Jazz Club With His Dad

October 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

While Drake has a PARTYNEXTDOOR collab album dropping very soon, he’s still exploring other sonic directions and staying versatile as a performer. However, this new and small detail took many OVO fans by surprise, as we’ve never heard its mogul in this zone before. He recently went to a Toronto jazz club with his father Dennis Graham to briefly perform alongside Shane Philips and his band, hitting some bluesy and soft vocal notes before handing the mic off to his dad’s more booming voice. It’s almost a surreal clip, but not one that should really take us by surprise. After all, the Grahams are a very musically diverse crew.

Hopefully Drake taps into this sound and approach more, given that his vocals provide a unique take on these jazz/blues standards. It’s kind of similar to what he’s done on tracks like “Bahamas Promises,” but without the overt R&B/soul reimagining that those kinds of tracks have always championed. Instead, hearing the 6ix God throw things back even further would be something pretty special and refreshing, which might be exactly what he needs right now. He’s already expanding into Mexican regional music, so let’s hope he keeps it up.

Drake & Dennis Graham At A Toronto Jazz Club

Drake and his dad perform with shane Phillips at a jazz bar in Toronto pic.twitter.com/AfRgaXYmXz

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The last time we saw Drake at a Toronto club was under much more bittersweet circumstances. “One things about Nostalgia, this party here?” he told the crowd during a recent appearance at the city’s annual Nostalgia party. “”My real friends are definitely in the building. But I’m going to tell you. You’re going to come to a point in life where people you thought were friends or people you thought were close to you, they might switch up.

“They might try to move funny with you,” Drake continued. “They might stab you in the back, they might do a lot of things to you. You’ll come to that realization, wherever you’re at in life. You’ve probably been there and you’ll be there again, that’s how life is. But look, sometimes, it’s you and you alone by yourself. Sometimes it’s you alone with your thoughts.” Amid all these forlorn feelings, maybe he could tap into the blues and find a new way to express himself.

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Drake’s Dad Elicits Amused Reactions By Hitting The Club For His Birthday

September 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake’s father, Dennis Graham, has social media buzzing after hitting the club for his birthday on Friday night. In a viral video from the celebration, he can be seen rocking an all-white and gold outfit with glasses while blowing out candles on birthday cakes. When 2Cool2Blog shared the video on Instagram, fans had plenty of jokes.

“It’s always funny to see him in those George Clinton 1981 fits. Durag under the kufi is outrageous,” one user remarked. Another wrote: “Wonder how many women were subjected to him being in their ear this night.” Other users referenced Pusha T’s diss track, “The Story of Adidon.” One user wrote: “Marriage is somethin’ that Sandi never had, Drake / How you a winner, but she keep comin’ in last place?”

Drake Accepts Billboard Music Award On Stage With His Father

LAS VEGAS, NV – MAY 21: (L-R) Rappers Nicki Minaj and Lil’ Wayne look on as recording artist Drake accepts the Top Artist award onstage with his father Dennis Graham during the 2017 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 21, 2017, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Dennis previously made headlines for coming to his son’s defense amid his viral feud with Kendrick Lamar, Metro Boomin, and more rappers. “Yo, I am about to drop some new music and I am not sure if it’s going to sell, but I am going to call some of my homies, and get them to start a beef with Drake, and get them to unfollow him, and that’s going [to] make my s**t shoot up to No. 1,” he wrote on social media. “I’m sure this is going to work, so let me get some people on board for this and watch what kind of attention this gets! I will be No. 1 one day!”

Dennis Graham Celebrates His Birthday

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Drake’s Father Dennis Graham Goes Viral For Flaming Hot Cheetos Outfit

August 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake has been having an interesting year and that isn’t exactly a good thing. Regardless, he is marching forward and it seems like he still has the support of close friends. Overall, there is certainly one person still in his corner and that would be his father, Dennis Graham. Graham has caught flack from fans, and even Drake’s rivals like Pusha T and Kendrick Lamar. However, he continues to be himself, and can be seen out and about doing his own thing on occasion.

According to DJ Akademiks, Graham was recently seen at a convenience store where he took a photo with Reese Youngn who recognized him. However, what makes this photo particularly interesting is the outfit that Dennis Graham has on. As you will see, he is wearing some sort of sweatsuit that is completely decked out in Flaming Hot Cheetos branding. Sure, it is a bit weird, but at the end of the day, you have to make yourself stand out, some way and somehow.

Drake Has An Interesting Dad

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One has to wonder where he may have gotten such a jumpsuit. Perhaps he found it on a website like Wish or Temu. Maybe he even found it at a thrift store. Who knows, it could even be custom-made? At the end of the day, you have to applaud Dennis for trying something different, especially with everyone else dressing relatively the same on a daily basis.

Let us know what you think about this outfit from Dennis Graham, in the comments section down below. Would you go out in public and wear something that looks like this? Or do you believe that this is one of the worst outfits imaginable? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Drake And Oddly Enough His Mother Responded To Rick Ross’ Claim That The Rapper ‘Got A Nose Job’

April 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake’s ongoing war of words with nearly half of rap has reached a new level of petty. Some would even consider it a full-on family affair.

Yesterday (April 13), Rick Ross released his recorded response to his past collaborator’s subtle jabs. At the end of “Champagne Moments,” Ross claimed Drake underwent a cosmetic procedure. This isn’t the first time Drake has been accused of going under the knife (hi, Megan Thee Stallion). Instead of abdominal etching or liposuction, Ross alleged that Drake “got his nose done” or rhinoplasty on the track.

“You ain’t never wanted to be a n*gga anyways, thats why you got operation that makes your nose looks smaller than your father nose” – Rick Ross on Champagne Moments alluding to Drake’s alleged nose job pic.twitter.com/lyQund60N4

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So, Drake took to his Instagram stories to clap back at Ross with the help of his mother, Sandi. In a text message exchange with Mommy dearest, the pair laughed at the suggestion. When asked by his mother if there was any validation to the rumor, Drake replied: “It’s coming from the guy I did songs with. He’s gone loopy off the Mounjaro. He hasn’t eaten in days, and it’s turned him angry and racist.”

To ensure Ross saw the thread, Drake tagged him in the post. “You’re one nosey goof,” he wrote.

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Given that Ross also mentioned Drake’s father, Dennis, a fiery message from Pop should be coming.

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Drake’s Dad Reportedly Clapped Back At Kendrick Lamar, Future, And Metro Boomin’s Diss Song ‘Like That’

March 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

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To borrow a line from Jay-Z, it’s no fun when the family feud. But it is quite interesting to watch when celebrities kinfolk get involved in public disputes.

According to Drake, Metro Boomin and Future’s diss song “Like That” featuring Kendrick Lamar (apparently a longtime foe) didn’t ruffle his feathers. However, the “Rich Baby Daddy” rapper’s father, Dennis Graham, seems far more bothered by the remarks made on wax. To air out his frustration, the Papa Bear reportedly clapped back at the trio and Drake’s former industry friend, who has unfollowed his son online since the track’s release.

On March 25, in a now-deleted post on Instagram, Graham supposedly delivered the heat Drake’s response lacked. “Yo, I am about to drop some new music,” he sarcastically wrote. “And I am not sure if it’s going to sell, but I am going to call some of my homies and get them to start a beef with Drake and get them to unfollow him, and that’s going make my shit shoot up to number 1. I’m sure this is going to work, so let me get some people on board for this and watch what kind of attention this gets!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL BE NUMBER ONE 1Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Folks online are divided on Graham’s involvement. Some consider it corny. Others declare that all is fair in love and rap beef. But hey: If Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, can thumb thug it out with trolls when it comes to her superstar daughter, Graham should be granted the same parental grace.

Drake Reveals His Dad Is Allowed Back In Canada And Posts New Photo Of Dennis With Sandra Graham

January 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake has always shared the love with his parents on social media. Sandi and Dennis Graham have gotten equal amounts of posts over the years. Overall, the two raised Drizzy in two different cities as he grew up. Sandi could be found in Toronto, Canada, while Dennis raised the artist in Memphis, Tennessee. In fact, for years, Dennis has not been allowed in Canada due to some legal issues. This has meant that the megastar has only been able to see his father while traveling to the United States.

Of course, this is something that can be stressful on any kid. However, it does not seem like Drake has any resentment over this fact. In fact, he is grateful about his roots in both Toronto and Memphis. That said, it seems like his two worlds are colliding for the first time in many years. While taking to his Instagram story tonight, Drizzy revealed that his father Dennis is now allowed back in Canada. In fact, Dennis celebrated by reuniting with his ex Sandi. The two could be seen with smiles on their faces.

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“First time in over 15 years they let the OG back into Canada,” Drake wrote. “Thank you to everyone that helped us out.” This is not the first time the artist has aided someone in being able to travel freely. Drizzy infamously helped 21 Savage get a Green Card which eventually let him into Canada. The two were on tour together, and the rapper needed the Green Card in order to do Canadian dates. Either way, this is a momentous occasion for Drake and his family.

Let us know what you think of this new development, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects. 2024 is set to be a great year.

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