Drake's projects trace a decade-plus arc from mixtape introspection to stadium anthems that reshaped hip-hop and R&B charts. Debates center on which release best balances vulnerability, hit density, and sonic evolution. Vote to crowd-rank the full list.
What counts: Best means strongest combination of artistic cohesion, cultural resonance, and commercial reach. Figures are approximate; list is thin beyond ~17 major projects so extended with notable mixtapes and compilations.
Take Care▲ Rising
Take Care crystallized Drake's moody, luxurious sound and turned personal doubt into massive singles. The title track and 'Marvins Room' defined a generation's late-night playlist. It tops rankings for perfecting the template others still chase.
Release Year: 2011Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 6 MAvg Rating: 8.7/10Tracks: 17
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Certified Lover Boy▲ Rising
Certified Lover Boy arrived after delays with polished flexes and 'Way 2 Sexy' memes. It captured Drake at his most meme-aware yet still dominant. Placement reflects solid but not peak execution.
Release Year: 2021Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 3 MAvg Rating: 6.8/10Tracks: 21
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Views▲ Rising
Views leaned into Toronto pride and summer anthems with 'One Dance' dominating globally. The project captured a moment even if the tracklist sprawled. It lands here for undeniable cultural footprint.
Release Year: 2016Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 5 MAvg Rating: 7.5/10Tracks: 20
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More Life▲ Rising
More Life experimented with dancehall and UK sounds while keeping Drake's core intact. The playlist format let him showcase curation skills. It earns its place for sonic adventurousness.
Release Year: 2017Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 3 MAvg Rating: 7.8/10Tracks: 22
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Room for Improvement captures early Drake hustling with raw Toronto energy before the fame machine. It earns historical credit despite rough edges.
Release Year: 2006Billboard 200 Peak: —US Sales: 0 MAvg Rating: 6.5/10Tracks: 23
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If You're Reading This It's Too Late▲ Rising
The surprise mixtape dropped like a gauntlet with raw energy and minimal features. Tracks like '6 Man' and 'Legend' proved Drake could still rap circles around peers. It ranks high for urgency and replay value.
Release Year: 2015Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 4 MAvg Rating: 8.2/10Tracks: 17
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Scorpion split into rap and R&B halves and delivered 'God's Plan' and 'In My Feelings' at peak chart dominance. The double album tested endurance but proved commercial might. It ranks for sheer scale of impact.
Release Year: 2018Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 5 MAvg Rating: 7.2/10Tracks: 25
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Nothing Was the Same▲ Rising
Nothing Was the Same refined the formula with sharper raps and bigger orchestral swings. 'Started From the Bottom' and 'Hold On, We're Going Home' showed range without losing identity. It earns its high spot for peak songwriting craft.
Release Year: 2013Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 5 MAvg Rating: 8.4/10Tracks: 13
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The Best in the World Pack▲ Rising
The two-track EP dropped surprise heat with 'Omertà' and 'Money in the Grave'. Short but effective flex.
Release Year: 2019Billboard 200 Peak: 5US Sales: 1 MAvg Rating: 7/10Tracks: 2
added by IJRThe Best in the World Pack
So Far Gone▲ Rising
So Far Gone launched the Drake era with atmospheric beats and confessional writing that still feels fresh. 'Best I Ever Had' became a template for years. It earns legacy placement for starting everything.
Release Year: 2009Billboard 200 Peak: 5US Sales: 2 MAvg Rating: 8/10Tracks: 18
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What a Time to Be Alive▲ Rising
The Future collab tape brought trap energy and chemistry that felt electric on release. 'Jumpman' became an instant classic. It earns credit for successful partnership project.
Release Year: 2015Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 3 MAvg Rating: 7.6/10Tracks: 11
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For All the Dogs returned to rap-heavy territory with family themes and 'Rich Baby Daddy' success. It showed Drake still commands attention years into his career. Solid mid-tier placement.
Release Year: 2023Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 2 MAvg Rating: 6.9/10Tracks: 23
added by IJRFor All the Dogs
Honestly, Nevermind pivoted to house and dance sounds overnight, surprising fans with club energy. 'Jimmy Cooks' showed the experiment could still chart. It ranks for bold reinvention attempt.
Release Year: 2022Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 2 MAvg Rating: 7/10Tracks: 14
added by IJRHonestly, Nevermind
Scary Hours▲ Rising
Scary Hours EP previewed Scorpion with two strong singles that kept momentum alive.
Release Year: 2018Billboard 200 Peak: 6US Sales: 1 MAvg Rating: 7.2/10Tracks: 2
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Views (deluxe consideration)
Views expanded summer anthems and Toronto references to global scale.
Release Year: 2016Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 5 MAvg Rating: 7.5/10Tracks: 20
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Dark Lane Demo Tapes compiled leaked and new tracks into a coherent playlist that still delivered hits. It proved Drake's vault material could stand alone. Mid-pack for curation over cohesion.
Release Year: 2020Billboard 200 Peak: 2US Sales: 2 MAvg Rating: 7.1/10Tracks: 14
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If You're Reading This It's Too Late (raw energy)
The mixtape captured peak hunger and surprise-release power.
Release Year: 2015Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 4 MAvg Rating: 8.2/10Tracks: 17
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Care Package gathered vault cuts into a cohesive release that filled gaps for fans. It serves more as archival than new statement.
Release Year: 2019Billboard 200 Peak: 3US Sales: 1 MAvg Rating: 6.7/10Tracks: 17
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Comeback Season showed Drake refining his mixtape craft with better beats and more confident raps. It bridged underground to mainstream.
Release Year: 2007Billboard 200 Peak: —US Sales: 0 MAvg Rating: 6.8/10Tracks: 23
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Thank Me Later introduced Drake's major-label sound with 'Find Your Love' and guest-heavy ambition. It set the stage but showed growing pains. Placement reflects promising debut.
Release Year: 2010Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 3 MAvg Rating: 7.4/10Tracks: 14
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Take Care (era influence)▼ Falling
Take Care's influence on moody rap and R&B remains unmatched.
Release Year: 2011Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 6 MAvg Rating: 8.7/10Tracks: 17
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Scary Hours 2▼ Falling
Scary Hours 2 delivered three tracks including 'What's Next' that dominated charts briefly.
Release Year: 2021Billboard 200 Peak: 5US Sales: 1 MAvg Rating: 7.1/10Tracks: 3
added by IJRScary Hours 2
Nothing Was the Same (peak craft)▼ Falling
Nothing Was the Same represents Drake at his most focused and ambitious.
Release Year: 2013Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 5 MAvg Rating: 8.4/10Tracks: 13
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More Life (playlist era note)
More Life's playlist approach influenced how artists release music today.
Release Year: 2017Billboard 200 Peak: 1US Sales: 3 MAvg Rating: 7.8/10Tracks: 22
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This is the most honest version of this ranking I've seen anywhere. The pros and cons are fair.
Take Care at the top is the correct call and I'll die on this hill.
Somebody explain the Take Care votes to me. Genuinely. I want to understand.