Drake’s recent surprise release of 100 gigabytes of unreleased content has sent the music world into a frenzy, revealing new tracks and intriguing details about his past relationships. Among the revelations was a standout moment with a video clip highlighting his 2016 collaboration with Rihanna, “Too Good” from the album Views. In the video, Drake reveals that the song was inspired by none other than tennis legend Serena Williams.
Uncovering the connection
The video, which was released on August 6, shows Drake in the studio with his mother Sandra Graham and producer Noah “40” Shebib. While finishing “Too Good,” Drake casually mentions that the song is about Serena Williams. “When I write songs about women, I also write songs for them, so I know what kind of songs to write,” he explains. “I know Serena very well. And I know she’s going to hear it loud and clear, but she’s also not going to hate me for it because it’s lighthearted.”
Drake’s mother responded to his revelation, confirming the connection with a knowing comment highlighting the personal touch he wanted to put on the song. Drake’s candid remarks about the song’s inspiration have sparked renewed interest in his previous romance with Williams, which lasted from 2010 to 2015. Their relationship was well-documented, with Drake attending Williams’ tennis matches and publicly expressing his admiration.
New tracks and fan theories
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In addition to the insightful video, Drake’s release includes three new singles: “It’s Up” featuring Young Thug and 21 Savage, “Blue Green Red” and “Housekeeping Knows” featuring Latto. Fans are already speculating that 21 Savage’s verse in “It’s Up” could be a response to Kendrick Lamar, adding another exciting layer to Drake’s latest output.
The connection between Drake and Serena Williams has always fascinated fans, from flirtatious tweets to appearances at their games. In interviews, Drake has admitted how his interactions with Williams have influenced his music, including his 2015 diss track “Back To Back,” which was aimed at Meek Mill. The revelation on “Too Good” only deepens the story of their relationship and shows how personal experiences continue to influence Drake’s artistic expression.
As Drake’s massive data dump continues to be analyzed, the singer’s revelations about Williams offer a new perspective on his past and creative process. The mix of personal anecdotes and fresh music will likely captivate fans and keep speculation alive.
