Drake's debut album 'Thank Me Later' has been one of the most anticipated for over a year now. He is not only expected to carry Young Money/Cash Money on his back while Lil Wayne is in prison, he's expected to do it in a big way.
So why is he talking like a guy who is a little nervous?
He's quoted on Rap-Up as saying:
“I didn’t make this album for commercial purposes. A lot of the verses are extremely long. I just made it to share with people. I hope they can enjoy.”
If Drake just wanted to "share" his music, he could have just released another mixtape like 'So Far Gone'.
Universal Motown is the big machine pushing the album. They have already released two singles with videos, "Over" and "Find Your Love". Both are performing reasonably well on iTunes at #'28 and #16 respectively, but neither is a runaway smash hit
Given the buzz Drake had when they signed him to their roster it's reasonable to think that they are expecting the album to do big numbers.
Is it possible Drake is trying to use reverse psychology by downplaying his own expectations thinking fans will respond by buying an album he made to "share" with them?
Bottom line is, consumers are fickle and what was hot yesterday fades quickly.
For Drake's sake, he better hope they are still interested.
Is it possible Drake is trying to use reverse psychology by downplaying his own expectations thinking fans will respond by buying an album he made to "share" with them?
Bottom line is, consumers are fickle and what was hot yesterday fades quickly.
For Drake's sake, he better hope they are still interested.
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