Interview Key Points

Here are the key topics and points discussed in the interview:

Introduction and Host Identification

The interview begins with the host, Bobby Althoff, introducing himself and the podcast, "The Really Good Podcast." He then prompts his guest to introduce themselves.

• Bobby Althoff is the host of "The Really Good Podcast."
• The guest is initially introduced by their middle name, Drake.

Guest's Name and Identity

The conversation quickly delves into the guest's real name and the reasoning behind their chosen stage name.

• The guest's government name is Aubrey Drake Graham, but they go by Drake.
• Their first name is Aubrey, which they find ironic as they believe it's a male name.
• Aubrey's mother named him after a lawyer.
• Drake prefers to go by "Drake" because it's shorter and he believes single-syllable names are associated with more success.

Bobby's Name Origin

Bobby Althoff shares the story behind his own name, which also sparks some family drama.

• Bobby's dad named him after a cheerleader he found attractive.
• Bobby's mom did not like this reasoning for his name.
• An alternative name considered for Bobby was "Larry" (L-A-R-I).

Guest's Tattoo and Inappropriateness

A tattoo on Drake's hand is noticed, and Bobby expresses disapproval of Drake drinking during the interview.

• Drake has a tattoo on his hand.
• Bobby asks Drake to stop drinking during the interview, calling it inappropriate.
• Drake defends his drinking as a "nightcap" and claims he's working hard and his life is stressful.

The "Spin" Metaphor and Rap Terminology

Drake's tattoo prompts a discussion about rap terminology and metaphors, specifically the word "spin."

• Bobby asks Drake if he would "spin by me," referencing something Drake might have rapped.
• Drake explains "spin" can mean to go around someone and do something for them, or to defend them.
• Bobby initially interprets "spin" as "spin a record" or "sing a song."
• Drake clarifies that "spin" can also mean to retaliate or act on behalf of someone if they've been wronged.
• Bobby suggests "protect me" as a clearer alternative to "spin by me."

Drake's Interests: True Crime and Habits

Drake reveals his unusual interest in true crime documentaries and a peculiar personal habit.

• Drake's preferred genre of shows is true crime and murder documentaries.
• He attributes this interest to his father watching "America's Most Wanted" when he was younger.
• Drake has a habit of shaking his foot while watching these documentaries, a behavior he picked up from his father.

Drake's Father's Profession and Snoop Dogg Connection

The conversation touches on Drake's father's profession and a surprising connection to Snoop Dogg.

• Drake's father builds houses.
• Bobby asks if Drake's father worked for Snoop Dogg.
• Drake's father built a house for Snoop Dogg's neighbor, and then for Snoop Dogg himself.
• Snoop Dogg gave Drake's father "closet tours" from his house, which Drake's family then used.

Drake's Financial Status and Dream Car

The discussion shifts to Drake's wealth and his aspirations for a dream car.

• Bobby asks Drake how much money he has.
• Drake states he has a "significant amount."
• Bobby asks if Drake could buy him a Lamborghini without financial strain, to which Drake agrees.
• Drake doesn't want a Lamborghini, and Bobby's dream car is a Honda.
• Bobby's ultimate dream is to not have to drive, and instead have a driver.

Drake's Drivers and Pet Dogs

Drake discusses his drivers and reveals he has two pet dogs.

• Drake has a main driver who assembles a team of drivers.
• Bobby suggests Drake's driver should assemble some female drivers.
• Drake mentions his dog Sebastian, then clarifies he has two dogs.
• He refers to his dogs as his "boys" and "dogs" as a modern slang term.

Drake's Drink and the Concept of "In Your Bag"

Drake offers Bobby a drink and uses the phrase "get in your bag."

• Drake's drink is a mix of passion fruit juice, watermelon juice, and tequila.
• Drake encourages Bobby to "get in your bag," meaning to get into his zone or focus.

Drake's Tour and Sleep Schedule

Drake shares information about his upcoming tour and his unconventional sleep schedule.

• Drake is going on tour in four or five days.
• They are currently in a locker room in Memphis, Tennessee.
• Drake's usual bedtime is around 6:30 a.m., and he wakes up around 2:30 p.m.

Drake's Instagram Following and Follower Count

Bobby questions Drake's extensive Instagram following.

• Bobby asks why Drake follows so many people on Instagram (3,000).
• Drake asks how many people Bobby follows (around 300).
• Drake has 620,000 followers, which he considers a lot, while Bobby downplays his own follower count.
• Drake feels Bobby should be grateful for his followers and encourages him to not be jealous of others.

Drake's View on Success and Ambition

Drake comments on Bobby's ambition and his own perceived success.

• Bobby states his goal is to be bigger than Drake one day.
• Drake expresses not knowing how he got so big or why people like him.

Drake's Acting Role and Wheelchair Story

Drake clarifies a past acting role where he portrayed someone in a wheelchair.

• Bobby asks when Drake learned to walk, referencing a past wheelchair use.
• Drake explains it was for an acting role on a TV show.

Drake's Ideal Partner and Celebrity Crush

Drake and Bobby discuss who they would hypothetically want to be with.

• Drake suggests Beyoncé as a potential partner for Bobby, but acknowledges she is married.
• Drake mentions Jennifer Lawrence as a potential partner.
• Drake states he would likely marry someone not famous, as famous people are not that intriguing.
• Drake has trouble pronouncing "anomaly" multiple times.
• Bobby's ideal partner is a man with a lot of money, preferably more than Bobby himself.
• Bobby also likes gifts, jewelry, and the type of car their partner drives.
• Bobby would not get a BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) because she likes being naturally "skinny" and has a "really really big butt."

Drake's Book and "Thought" Terminology

Drake discusses his book and his use of the word "thought."

• Drake wrote a book titled "Aubrey," with one line per page.
• Bobby read the book and found it to be a quick read.
• Drake admits to not remembering every word of his book.
• Drake calls Bobby a "thoughty" person, explaining it's a fun word to use because Bobby doesn't understand its meaning.

Drake's Name Preferences and Career Identity

Drake expresses his feelings about being called Aubrey and how he identifies his career.

• Drake doesn't like being called "Aubrey" by people he doesn't know well, especially if it's said with a scolding tone.
• He considers himself a "musician" rather than just a rapper or singer.
• Bobby asks if Drake is bad at rapping.
• Drake asks if Bobby has ever heard his music, and Bobby admits he hasn't recognized any of it.
• Drake plays a snippet of "Rack City" by Tyga, and Bobby doesn't recognize it as Drake's music.

Drake's Music and Tyga's Relationship with Kylie Jenner

The conversation touches on specific songs and celebrity relationships.

• Bobby asks Drake about his favorite Tyga song, and Bobby asks if Tyga is married to Kylie Jenner and if he sings.
• Bobby states she doesn't know who Tyga is.

Drake's Family and Snoop Dogg Connection (Revisited)

The Snoop Dogg connection is brought up again in the context of Drake's family.

• Drake's profile picture on Instagram is Lil Wayne, whom Bobby mistakes for Drake's dad.
• Drake confirms his father built a house for Snoop Dogg.
• Snoop Dogg gave Drake's father items from his closet.

Drake's Songwriting and Relationship Experiences

Drake discusses his songwriting process and past relationship experiences.

• Drake's "deepest cut" song is "Kiki, Do You Love Me," which was inspired by someone named Kiana.
• Drake admits he doesn't think Kiana loves him, but the song was written as a response to her challenging him to write a song about her.
• Drake has never had a guy write him a song.
• The nicest thing a girl has done for him was create a leather-bound book of memories.
• Drake admits to going through a past girlfriend's phone and finding out she took a guy to get his car cleaned, which he found suspicious.
• Bobby reveals she was cheated on by a boyfriend who thought her name, Bobby, was unattractive.

Drake's Book (Revisited) and Marriage Views

Drake's book is discussed again, along with his perspective on marriage.

• Bobby asks if Drake wrote his book, and Drake confirms he co-wrote it with a friend.
• Drake finds marriage to be "a thing of ancient times."
• He believes he will eventually get married but doesn't think he can offer consistency as a partner due to his career priorities.
• Drake denies wanting to "sleep around" but states he doesn't want to disappoint someone.

Drake's "Thought" and "Anomaly" Pronunciation

Drake reiterates his use of "thought" and struggles with "anomaly."

• Drake calls Bobby a "thought" again, a word he uses for fun because Bobby doesn't understand it.
• Drake tries to pronounce "anomaly" and struggles, with Bobby coaching him.

Drake's Career and Musical Style

Drake's career as a musician and his musical style are debated.

• Bobby asks if Drake considers himself a rapper or a singer. Drake identifies as a musician.
• Bobby asks if Drake is bad at rapping, and Drake asks Bobby if she's ever heard his music.
• Bobby admits she wouldn't recognize his music, even if she'd heard songs like "Kiki, Do You Love Me."

Drake's Daughter and a Song for Bobby

Drake discusses his daughter and attempts to write a song for Bobby.

• Drake dedicates an album to Bobby.
• He attempts to write a song for Bobby, starting with "Bobby, Bobby, people will probably think that I'm singing about a guy."
• He struggles to finish the song, attributing it to not knowing Bobby well enough.
• Drake sends a voice note to Bobby's daughter, Concrete, on her first birthday, apologizing for missing it and sending $100.

Drake's Nail Art and Ending the Interview

The interview concludes with discussions about Drake's nail art and the farewell.

• Drake has the Italian flag painted on his nails because he was "feeling Italian."
• Drake offers to buy Bobby a non-stop flight home.
• Drake mentions referencing his own song "Nonstop."
• Drake compliments Bobby's hair and suggests they should do the podcast again, but Bobby immediately dismisses the idea.
• Bobby states Drake can leave as it's her room and she's sleeping there.