Drake: From Weston Road to the 6ix penthouse, Mapping Drizzy's Toronto Roots
From Degrassi to Hotline Bling, Drake's become synonymous with Toronto. But where in this sprawling city did it all begin? Strap on your best velour tracksuit, because we're diving deep (well, kinda deep) into the rapper's Toronto origins.
Weston Weston Super Duper Weston: Drake's story starts in Weston Road, a Toronto neighbourhood with a strong working-class vibe. Here, young Aubrey Graham (that's Drake before the rap game glow-up) learned the art of the hustle and maybe a little something about balancing a basketball (he once played for the Weston Red Wings, just saying).
Forest Hill: The Six Degrees of Separation (From Drake): Life threw Drake a curveball (metaphor alert!) when his parents divorced, and he moved to Forest Hill. Now, Forest Hill is fancy. Like, mansions-and-private-schools fancy. Drake's experience there wasn't exactly "Swimming Pools (Pink)" luxury, but it definitely wasn't Weston Road either. This duality, the streets and the suites, would become a theme in his music.
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The 6ix and Beyond: Drake Reps the Whole Damn City As Drake's fame skyrocketed, so did his love for his hometown. He started referring to Toronto as "The 6ix," a play on the city's area codes (416 and 647). He even bought a massive mansion in Bridle Path, aka "Millionaire's Row" – guess the Weston days are long gone!
Drake's Toronto: A Tour Guide for Superfans Feeling inspired? Here's a quick itinerary for your Drake-themed Toronto pilgrimage:
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- Weston Road: Pay your respects to the neighborhood that made Drake Drake.
- Forest Hill: See if you can spot the mansion where Drake (probably) wasn't plotting world domination as a teenager.
- The CN Tower: Climb this iconic landmark, just like Drake did in the "Started From The Bottom" music video. (Though hopefully with less near-death dangling.)
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## FAQ: Drake's Toronto Edition
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How to sound like a Drake superfan when talking about Toronto? Call it "The 6ix." Bonus points for incorporating "Hotline Bling" dance moves into casual conversation.
How to dress like Drake (Weston Road Era)? Velour tracksuits are a must. Bonus points for finding a vintage Degrassi t-shirt.
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How to get rich like Drake (optional, may not work)? Start by making a killer mixtape. Plan B: become a world-famous rapper.
How to avoid accidentally bumping into Drake at the CN Tower? There's no guaranteed method, but wearing a "Started From The Bottom" t-shirt might attract his attention (for better or worse).
How to convince Drake to collaborate on your next song? This one requires a time machine. Head back to 2006 Drake and maybe, just maybe, you'll have a shot.
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