🎵Best Drake Songs Ranked

Hotline Bling▲ Rising

Hotline Bling turned a simple melody into a global dance craze and meme generator in 2015. Its vulnerable take on faded romance gave Drake his biggest crossover moment yet. The track's visual and sound still echo in pop culture.

Year: 2015Album: ViewsBillboard Peak: 2Streams (M): 1,800 MAcclaim: 9/10

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God's Plan▲ Rising

God's Plan dropped as a surprise single and became an instant anthem of gratitude and giving. Its video showing Drake handing out money cemented its feel-good legacy. The song's steady climb to number one proved Drake's streaming power.

Year: 2018Album: Scary HoursBillboard Peak: 1Streams (M): 2,100 MAcclaim: 8/10

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One Dance▲ Rising

One Dance fused afrobeats with Drake's signature flow and became his first UK number one. The track dominated summer playlists worldwide in 2016. Its global rhythm helped expand Drake's reach beyond North America.

Year: 2016Album: ViewsBillboard Peak: 1Streams (M): 1,900 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Passionfruit▲ Rising

Passionfruit showcased Drake's melodic side with tropical house elements that felt fresh in 2017. The song's bittersweet breakup story resonated deeply with fans. Its dreamy production became a blueprint for later R&B-rap hybrids.

Year: 2017Album: More LifeBillboard Peak: 8Streams (M): 1,400 MAcclaim: 9/10

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In My Feelings▲ Rising

In My Feelings sparked the viral Kiki challenge dance craze across the globe in 2018. The song's playful yet emotional tone captured summer perfectly. Its chart reign showed Drake's unmatched social media influence.

Year: 2018Album: ScorpionBillboard Peak: 1Streams (M): 1,600 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Nice For What▲ Rising

Nice For What arrived as an empowering 2018 single sampling Lauryn Hill and celebrating women. Its rapid-fire flow and celebratory energy made it a club and radio monster. The track highlighted Drake's ability to flip samples into anthems.

Year: 2018Album: ScorpionBillboard Peak: 1Streams (M): 1,300 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Marvins Room▲ Rising

Marvins Room defined Drake's late-night vulnerable style with its raw phone-call format in 2011. The track influenced countless artists to explore emotional R&B-rap hybrids. Its intimate production still feels groundbreaking.

Year: 2011Album: Take CareBillboard Peak: 21Streams (M): 700 MAcclaim: 9/10

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Laugh Now Cry Later▲ Rising

Laugh Now Cry Later paired Drake with Lil Durk for a reflective 2020 hit about success and pain. Its basketball-themed video added visual flair during the pandemic. The song showed Drake's continued ability to deliver timely anthems.

Year: 2020Album: Certified Lover BoyBillboard Peak: 2Streams (M): 1,100 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Hold On, We're Going Home▲ Rising

Hold On, We're Going Home marked Drake's shift toward polished pop-soul in 2013. The song's nostalgic 80s vibe and simple plea for love made it an instant wedding staple. It proved Drake could succeed outside rap conventions.

Year: 2013Album: Nothing Was the SameBillboard Peak: 4Streams (M): 1,100 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Started From the Bottom

Started From the Bottom became Drake's ultimate underdog anthem celebrating his rise. The repetitive hook turned into a sports and motivational staple. Its 2013 release signaled Drake's full mainstream takeover.

Year: 2013Album: Nothing Was the SameBillboard Peak: 6Streams (M): 900 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Know Yourself

Know Yourself captured Drake's Toronto roots with its OVO sound and introspective flex in 2015. The track's atmospheric beat and personal references made it a fan anthem. It reinforced his city pride narrative.

Year: 2015Album: If You're Reading This It's Too LateBillboard Peak: 12Streams (M): 700 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Jumpman

Jumpman paired Drake with Future for a trap-influenced banger that dominated 2015. Its repetitive hook and heavy bass made it a club essential. The track proved Drake's chemistry with Atlanta trap stars.

Year: 2015Album: What a Time to Be AliveBillboard Peak: 12Streams (M): 800 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Toosie Slide

Toosie Slide delivered a simple dance instruction that became another global TikTok hit in 2020. Its minimal beat and clear hook made it easy to replicate. The track reinforced Drake's knack for creating participatory moments.

Year: 2020Album: Dark Lane Demo TapesBillboard Peak: 1Streams (M): 1,200 MAcclaim: 6/10

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Controlla▲ Rising

Controlla brought dancehall energy to Views and became a standout summer track in 2016. Its infectious rhythm and Popcaan feature highlighted Drake's global ear. The song helped bridge Caribbean sounds into mainstream rap.

Year: 2016Album: ViewsBillboard Peak: 16Streams (M): 800 MAcclaim: 7/10

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From Time

From Time featured Jhené Aiko and explored family and relationships on Nothing Was the Same. Its heartfelt storytelling and layered production made it a fan favorite deep cut. The song highlighted Drake's growth as a narrator.

Year: 2013Album: Nothing Was the SameBillboard Peak: 67Streams (M): 400 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Teenage Fever

Teenage Fever sampled Jennifer Lopez for a smooth, nostalgic cut on More Life in 2017. Drake's reflective verses about past relationships gave it emotional weight. The song stands out for its understated production and maturity.

Year: 2017Album: More LifeBillboard Peak: 35Streams (M): 500 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Nonstop▲ Rising

Nonstop opened Scorpion with aggressive energy and a memorable sample flip in 2018. Its boastful tone and rapid flow showed Drake in flex mode. The track became a go-to for workouts and highlight reels.

Year: 2018Album: ScorpionBillboard Peak: 2Streams (M): 900 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Headlines

Headlines served as Drake's confident 2011 mission statement about fame and doubters. The booming beat and quotable lines made it a staple of his early live shows. It marked his transition from mixtape star to major-label force.

Year: 2011Album: Take CareBillboard Peak: 13Streams (M): 600 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Energy

Energy delivered high-octane bravado and became a sports arena staple after its 2015 release. The aggressive delivery and memorable lines made it perfect for highlights. It showed Drake could still rap with intensity.

Year: 2015Album: If You're Reading This It's Too LateBillboard Peak: 26Streams (M): 600 MAcclaim: 7/10

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The Motto

The Motto popularized the YOLO phrase and became a 2011 cultural phenomenon. Its minimalist beat and catchy mantra made it inescapable. The song cemented Drake's early influence on slang and youth culture.

Year: 2011Album: Take CareBillboard Peak: 14Streams (M): 400 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Take Care▼ Falling

Take Care closed the album of the same name with Rihanna for a lush, emotional duet in 2011. Its cinematic strings and vulnerable lyrics created a signature slow jam. The song remains a relationship staple.

Year: 2011Album: Take CareBillboard Peak: 7Streams (M): 500 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Worst Behavior▼ Falling

Worst Behavior showcased Drake's aggressive side with booming production on Nothing Was the Same. Its defiant tone and live-show energy made it a fan favorite. The track highlighted his ability to command a beat.

Year: 2013Album: Nothing Was the SameBillboard Peak: 89Streams (M): 300 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Forever▼ Falling

Forever united Drake with Kanye, Lil Wayne and Eminem for a 2009 all-star posse cut. The track's dramatic beat and verses made it a classic collaboration. It marked Drake's arrival on the biggest stage.

Year: 2009Album: SingleBillboard Peak: 8Streams (M): 600 MAcclaim: 8/10

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Over

Over introduced Drake's major-label era with cinematic production and big ambitions in 2010. The song's triumphant tone set the stage for his rise. It remains a statement piece about overcoming doubt.

Year: 2010Album: Thank Me LaterBillboard Peak: 14Streams (M): 300 MAcclaim: 7/10

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Find Your Love▼ Falling

Find Your Love brought reggae-tinged pop to Drake's 2010 debut and became his first major hit. The song's pleading chorus and island vibe showed early genre range. It helped launch his mainstream career.

Year: 2010Album: Thank Me LaterBillboard Peak: 5Streams (M): 400 MAcclaim: 7/10

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0 to 100 / The Catch Up▼ Falling

0 to 100 / The Catch Up dropped as a freestyle that became a defining 2014 moment with its escalating intensity. The track's two-part structure showed range and became a radio hit. It captured Drake at his most competitive.

Year: 2014Album: SingleBillboard Peak: 35Streams (M): 500 MAcclaim: 8/10

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