A brief profile of Drake in English: **Name:** Aubrey Drake Graham **Stage Name:** Drake **Date of Birth:** October 24, 1986**Place of Birth:** Toronto, Ontario, Canada **Occupation:** Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actor, **Genres:** Hip Hop, R&B Pop **Years:** 2001–present **Not Works:** "Take Care," "Nothing Was the Same," "Views," "Sc" **Awards:** Multiple Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards **Label:** OVO Sound, Republic Records, Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records **Website:** [drakerelated.com](http://www.drakerelated.com) Drake initially gained recognition as an actor on the teen drama television series "Degrassi: The Generation" the early 2000s. He later rose to prominence as a rapper and singer, known for his introspective lyrics and blending of hip hop and R&B styles.