Ranking Drakes Albums
Start writing a post
Entertainment

A Ranking Of Drake's Albums, From Subpar To The Most Iconic

Just an opinion.

99
A Ranking Of Drake's Albums, From Subpar To The Most Iconic

Drake is arguably the most popular artist in the industry right now. He was the first artist to log eight straight years on the Billboard Hot 100. With five studio albums, some have to be better than others...right? Only studio albums will be ranked, so mixtapes like "More Life" and "If You're Reading This It's Too Late" will be left off.

"Scorpion"

I'm sure many will disagree. Of course, songs like "God's Plan" and "Nice For What" were some of the biggest songs of the year. However, this list is based on albums as a whole. I feel like many of the songs on this album sounded similar, or were forgettable. Overall, I've felt that over the years. Drake has changed his sound to be something that will take off on the charts but dies out after a while. His mainstream sound has become a norm, and I guess I really do miss the old Drake.

Top Songs: "God's Plan," "Nice For What," and "I'm Upset"

"Views"

This album was what I felt was the start of Drake's new sound. With "Hotline Bling" and "One Dance," Drake became a mainstream sensation — even more than he already was. He was popular, but now he is untouchable with his music becoming gospel and his lyrics becoming every Instagram caption on your feed. Personally, this album is where I felt I had disconnected from Drake, but I know many feel this is when Drake became the legend he is now.

Top Songs: "Hotline Bling," "One Dance," and "Controlla"

"Thank Me Later"

The album that started it all — the beginning of one of the most dominant artist risings of our generation — Drake's debut album "Thank Me Later" really started him off hot. Songs like "Over" and "Miss Me" helped launch Drake onto a pedestal and set him up for a very successful career. Along with his Young Money affiliation, this helped bring him onto the scene a lot quicker than many other artists, I'm sure having Lil Wayne promote you doesn't hurt.

Top Songs: "Over," "Show Me A Good Time," "Miss Me," "Fancy," and "Unforgettable"

"NWTS"

This album is number one on a lot of lists for good reason. It hit home for many people. With a good balance of melody and hard cuts, many were able to get into their feels with "Hold On, We're Going Home" and then, realize who they were and get back on their bull with "All Me." This album was successful because every song was different, and almost every song was special. There aren't any songs to skip over, and "nothing sounded the same." Overall this album was an amazing listen and should be remembered for years to come.

Top Songs: "Hold On, We're Going Home," "All Me," "The Language," and "Started From the Bottom"

Take Care

His only album that has won a Grammy. Every song on this album is special to someone, and each one was an anthem at some point. My homies still listen to "Marvin's Room" when things aren't going right with their girls. I could keep talking about individual songs, but every song on this album was good — not to mention that this album helped launch the career of The Weeknd. If you haven't listened in a while, I recommend going back and checking it out again. The perfect balance of party songs, sad melodies, and feel good tracks, and amazing features, I think "Take Care" rightfully deserves this number one spot.

Top Songs: The whole album

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

53879
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

34686
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

957097
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

181763
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments