In a shocking twist, Drake’s latest track Drew a Picasso has sent ripples through the music world, leaving Singaporean fans in a state of mixed emotions. The thirteenth song on his new album For All the Dogs, which is already making waves with its toxic courtship narrative, has left some listeners in Singapore feeling both surprised and insulted.
As fans bopped along to the catchy rap, they couldn’t help but do a double-take when, at the 3:33-minute mark, Drake unexpectedly dropped the word “Singapore” in one of his fiery verses. The line in question: “Since you know I got a soft spot for you, this has turned into a civil war. Artists hittin’ on you, broke as fck, I swear them n probably live in Singapore.”
Drake, known for his clever wordplay and controversial social commentary, seemed to be throwing shade at his romantic interest’s suitors, implying that they were so financially challenged that they “probably live in Singapore.” However, the mention of Singapore in this context raised eyebrows, given the city-state’s reputation as one of the wealthiest countries in the world in 2023.
Singaporeans, proud of their nation’s economic achievements, were divided in their reactions. Some felt indignant, viewing the lyric as a derogatory and uninformed portrayal of their country. After all, Singapore had been crowned the fifth richest country globally this year.
someone better tell Drake we're 5th in gdp per capita (canada is 18th). your move buddy. pic.twitter.com/D9RTnlS7O1
— imran (@imrntv) October 6, 2023
It's about the name having poor in it, not about the actual gdp… Drake isn't that smart.
— Name cannot be blank (@Human_005) October 6, 2023
confirm got one minah cheat on you right drake https://t.co/1ukgtN265U
— yan (@ZacqSufyan) October 6, 2023
Singapore is literally one of the richest countries in the world? This line doesn’t make sense lol wtf https://t.co/BJbcNzitMs
— Anime NYC (@kimchikakes) October 8, 2023
The controversy surrounding Drew a Picasso has stirred debates on social media and ignited discussions about the power of words in music. Drake’s lyrical prowess, akin to the likes of Taylor Swift’s cutting wordplay, has always been a hallmark of his artistry. Still, this particular line has left many fans wondering if it was a clever burn or an unintentional blunder.
