During a recent interview with James Blake, Yachty reveals that his close friend and fellow rapper Drizzy rarely listens to music outside of recording sessions.
- Jun 5, 2024
AceShowbiz - Drake, known for his tireless work ethic and versatility within genres, surprisingly takes a unique approach to his own music creation. According to his close friend and fellow rapper Lil Yachty, Drake rarely listens to music outside of recording sessions. Yachty made this revelation during a recent interview with James Blake, where they discussed their varying methods in the studio.
"When I started hanging with him a lot, he rarely listens to music," Yachty said. "Except for like, when he's recording." This stands in stark contrast to Yachty himself, who surrounds his daily activities with music. "Driving, music," Yachty noted. "Showering, music. Eating, music." He added that Drake is more inclined to engage in conversation rather than immerse himself in music throughout the day.
James Blake, another artist who has successfully collaborated with Drake, shares this minimalistic approach to listening. While Blake admitted to not listening to music all day, the synergy between the two artists has resulted in memorable tracks like "0 to 100 / The Catch Up" and a remix of "Come Thru". This consensus among top-tier artists highlights that different processes can lead to exceptional music creation.
Meanwhile, Lil Yachty's recent collaboration choices have stirred up significant controversy. His partnership with Ian, a young white rapper whose persona is a rich suburban kid imitating flows from hip-hop legends like Chief Keef and Playboi Carti, has sparked backlash. Many critics accuse Ian of being a culture vulture, seeing his success as a problematic trend in the music industry.
In response to the backlash, fans expressed their disapproval on social media, labeling Ian as an industry plant and criticizing mainstream rappers like Yachty for taking him seriously. Despite the negative reactions, Yachty continues to support his collaborators, emphasizing the importance of brotherhood in the industry.
