Review
Drake’s album *Views*, released in 2016, showcases the rapper’s signature blend of introspection, melodic hooks, and Toronto-influenced soundscapes. With standout tracks like “One Dance” and “Controlla,” Drake taps into dancehall and Afrobeat influences, expanding his sonic palette while maintaining mainstream appeal. The album also indulges in melancholic themes of fame, love, and loyalty, especially on tracks like “Feel No Ways” and “Weston Road Flows.” Though *Views* received mixed critical reactions for its length and occasional repetitiveness, it solidified Drake’s global dominance with strong chart performance and memorable production. Overall, *Views* represents a turning point in Drake’s career—ambitious, moody, and unmistakably his.
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**Views** is the fourth studio album by Canadian rapper Drake, released on April 29, 2016, in both the UK and the US. The album was released by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records, and Republic Records. The album features a blend of hip hop, R&B, and dancehall influences and includes hit singles such as "Hotline Bling," "One Dance," and "Controlla." Much of the recording for Views took place at SOTA Studios in Toronto, Canada, as Drake aimed to capture the essence of his hometown throughout the project. Views reached number one on both the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200, where it remained at the top spot for 13 non-consecutive weeks, making it one of the longest-running number one albums in the US in the 2010s. The album was primarily produced by longtime collaborator Noah 40 Shebib, with additional production from Boi-1da, Nineteen85, Kanye West, and others. Its sound and themes heavily reflect Drake’s connection to Toronto, contributing to its moody and introspective tone.
Tracklisting
- Keep The Family Close
- 9
- U With Me?
- Feel No Ways
- Hype
- Weston Road Flows
- Redemption
- With You
- Faithful
- Still Here
- Controlla
- One Dance
- Grammys
- Childs Play
- Pop Style
- Too Good
- Summers Over Interlude
- Fire & Desire
- Views
- Hotline Bling