Growing Up Drake -- Documentary

Summary

The video script features Drake's journey from his early days of facing challenges as a mixed-race child in a predominantly white school to achieving success in music and acting. It covers his acceptance speech at the VMAs, giving credit to Lil Wayne and Young Money, and his reflections on past struggles with bullying and family hardships, particularly with his absentee father. The narrative highlights Drake's ambition, his relationship with his supportive mother, Sandy, and the impact of his travels to Memphis. The script ends with Drake’s friends reminiscing about their childhood experiences and expressing pride in his accomplishments.

Takeaways

• 🏆 Drake wins the VMA for Best Hip Hop Video and thanks Lil Wayne and Young Money.
• 👶 Drake reflects on his experiences growing up Black and Jewish and facing bullying.
• 🎤 He dedicates the award to kids who have felt isolated or bullied.
• 🎶 Drake's friend recalls Drake starting to rap seriously between grade 8 and grade 10.
• 🇨🇦 Drake takes pride in being from Toronto and represents the city wherever he goes.
• 💔 Drake's upbringing was challenging, especially socially, due to his mixed background.
• 🏫 Drake's early acting career on 'Degrassi' wasn't fully embraced by peers at his school.
• 👨‍👦 Drake had a complex relationship with his father, who was inconsistent in his life.
• 🚌 Drake took a 25-hour bus ride to Memphis, an important trip for his music career.
• 🤝 Drake's childhood friends reflect on his success, acknowledging his perseverance and ambition.

Q & A

Who won the VMA for Best Hip Hop Video in this transcript?

Drake featuring Lil Wayne won the VMA for Best Hip Hop Video.

Who does Drake thank first in his acceptance speech?

Drake first thanks Lil Wayne for collaborating on the song and doing the hook.

What personal story does Drake share during his acceptance speech?

Drake shares a personal story about attending a house party as a child where he was made fun of, and he dedicates the award to kids who have ever had a 'long walk home' alone.

What challenge did Drake face in school as a result of his mixed background?

Drake faced challenges because he was of mixed race (black and Jewish), which made it difficult for him socially, especially since there weren't many mixed kids in his neighborhood.

What role did Drake's mother play in his upbringing?

Drake's mother, Sandy, played a significant role in his upbringing, being a supportive and welcoming figure who encouraged him to be himself.

How did Drake's relationship with his father impact him?

Drake's relationship with his father was challenging because his dad was unreliable and often failed to show up for Drake. Despite this, Drake gave his father the benefit of the doubt.

What does Drake attribute to shaping the man he is today?

Drake attributes his experiences traveling between Toronto and Memphis, as well as the challenges he faced growing up, to shaping the man he is today.

How did Drake's peers treat him during his time on 'Degrassi'?

Even when Drake was on 'Degrassi,' he faced subtle bullying from his peers, particularly from people in his neighborhood who made fun of him behind his back.

How did Drake's early rap career begin?

Drake began taking rap seriously between grades 8 and 10, writing lyrics and performing. His time in school helped him start developing his career.

What impact did Drake’s mixed racial background have on his school experience?

Drake's mixed racial background made it difficult for him socially in his predominantly white, Jewish school, where it was tough for others to understand his identity.