Ever Had Drake — The Best I

Released on February 13, 2009, as the lead single from his breakout mixtape So Far Gone , became the anthem that defined a new era of hip-hop. It wasn't just a hit; it was a cultural shift that blended vulnerable R&B melodies with confident rap verses—a style that would become Drake's signature.

: Its massive success sparked one of the biggest bidding wars in music history, ultimately leading Drake to sign with Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment . the best i ever had drake

Relive the breakout moment with the official music video directed by Kanye West: Drake's Best I Ever Had: Lyrics and Meaning Released on February 13, 2009, as the lead

: The song peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent seven weeks at #1 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Relive the breakout moment with the official music