A curtain rises to reveal an innovative stage setup consisting of a sleek, galactic-inspired runway backed by ethereal, mesmeric imagery. Aubrey Graham, better known as larger than life superstar Drake, wants his show at the Capital FM Arena to be nothing but a spectacle.
The Toronto-born rapper ascends through a sheet of mist, accompanied by dazzling lights and pyrotechnics. Currently on a massive European tour in support of latest album, Nothing Was The Same, Drake is here to cement his status as the biggest name in hip-hop.
Although technically flawless, there is a jarring nature about the Canadian. Raw, bravado-fuelled tales of wealth and sexual conquests on tracks like The Motto are a million miles away from the introspective sincerity of Too Much – where Drake discusses family issues and personal anxiety.
The shift between themes may be bizarre, but the juxtaposition works – allowing Drake to trawl through his extensive back-catalogue.
Waltzing around the sparse stage donning a vest, the 27-year-old is on the charm offensive – regularly flirting with the Nottingham audience. The clichéd, “you’re the best crowd in the world,” is one of his many chat-up lines. The love-in can be overbearing at times, particularly when he takes to a platform hanging over the crowd, complimenting members of the audience.
Drake is really at his most impressive when the sole focus is on performance. Intimate, standout track, Hold On We’re Going Home, showcases a vocal prowess that can be easily forgotten nestled between mammoth beats and angry rapping.
Although disguised under conflicting styles, a hunger for greatness is the one constant theme in Drake’s work. Set-closer, Started From The Bottom, outlines the star’s explosive rise in the industry. The success is more than deserved. As shown tonight, Drake is a committed and hard-working entity, constantly propelling to newer heights.
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