Boom Shocka Locka

Complex Magazine cover story

I know you hate him because he’s soft, but I’m sorry that it can’t be guns and cars all the time. Complex gets it right:

Drake’s introspective, self-effacing lyrics—usually delivered in clever, succinct couplets—reveal the inner machinations of many dudes in their mid-twenties: the quest to live life to the limit, not just survive a nine-to-five; the balance of carnal desires with sincere compassion for women’s feelings; the struggle to act responsible when all you want to do is blow your paycheck on lap dances, liquor, and weed.