Drake’s Response to Poetic Criticism: An Unfazed Attitude.
Following the release of his poetry book, “Titles Ruin Everything: A Stream of Consciousness,” Drake addressed the criticism he received from some poets through an Instagram post on June 29. The Toronto artist showcased his nonchalant response with a cryptic message and an image of the late Canadian sex educator, Sue Johanson.
His Instagram Story featured a caption that read, “Randomly angry poets: blahagaggagegsvachjsksyavsvvehevehebwgabvqvqqvwvwv.”
Co-written with Kenza Samir, this unconventional literary endeavor has stirred up debates within the literary world. Notably, award-winning writer Hanif Abdurraqib shared his initial thoughts with Complex while offering a less-than-favorable review.
Abdurraqib expressed, “I’m not interested in deciding what qualifies as ‘poetry’ or not. However, these [poems]don’t strike me as poems, as they don’t challenge the unknown to unveil something profound or beautiful.” He suggested that some of Drake’s work leans towards absurdist humor, albeit unintentionally.
While the artist may have anticipated a more positive reception, Abdurraqib was not alone in his critique. Houston writer Aria Kian further characterized the book as “a goldmine of mediocre mic drops.”
Fortunately, not everyone shared this viewpoint. DJ Khaled, a long-time collaborator, showed his support for Drake’s new venture by exclaiming, “The boy is different. Just when you think you’ve figured him out, the man writes a book.”
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Amidst the ongoing literary controversy, Drake dropped hints about his forthcoming musical project, tentatively titled “For All the Dogs.” According to the official website for his book, he crafted this album as a companion piece to his literary work, further igniting speculation about the intersection of his music and writing.
The book follows Drake’s solo venture, “Honestly, Nevermind,” released in 2022, as well as his collaborative project with 21 Savage titled “Her Loss.” Currently, the two rappers are embarking on their “It’s All A Blur Tour,” making stops in cities like Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and more.
While some view this as a strategic marketing move for his upcoming album, others argue that it represents a sincere exploration of poetry’s realm. Drake’s multidimensional artistic journey continues to captivate audiences, leaving them eager to uncover the depths of his creative expression.
