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Drake Turns 34: Quavo, 21 Savage, DJ Khaled, & More Offer Birthday Wishes

Drake is one of the biggest artists in the world which means whenever he celebrates a birthday, there are going to be plenty of people out there who want to help celebrate alongside him. These days, birthday celebrations have been especially difficult especially since we are dealing with a pandemic that forces people to enact social distancing. With this in mind, Drake is celebrating his 34th birthday today and he is already receiving a ton of birthday wishes from some of his most high-profile friends throughout the music industry.

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Kicking things off was none other than DJ Akademiks who took to Instagram saying “Happy 34th bday to the greatest rapper to ever pick up a microphone.” Mack Maine also delivered a lengthy birthday message to the Candian artist, saying “It’s a real n*kka holiday on my calendar!!! Happy Bday brodega @champagnepapi More life more blessings (your voice) I hope you somewhere sippin the finest grapes with a big booty Udigg (or two) getting shoulder rubs!”

From there, Drake got a plethora of more birthday wishes from the likes of Quavo, DJ Khaled, French Montana, Kehlani, Virgil Abloh, 21 Savage, and a plethora of others. These birthday wishes came in the form of Instagram posts and unique IG Stories. For instance, 21 Savage could be heard cocking a gun while wishing Drake a splendid birthday.

Check out some of these birthday wishes, below.

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Billy Chuck Da Goat finds his flow on new release “Vibez”

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Billy Chuck Da Goat’s latest release, “Vibez,” has a laid-back, hypnotic bounce that makes it easy to listen to without ever feeling empty. It makes a place where calmness and quiet confidence come together.

“Vibez” was made on purpose, but it also sounds simple. Billy Chuck’s smooth delivery flows through the production without rushing or pushing anything. Instead, he lets the rhythm breathe, allowing people to get into the song at their own pace. This laid-back energy is the best part of the song, nothing feels forced, which is exactly what it’s trying to do.

The track changes to fit whatever you need it for, like a late-night drive, a focused workout, or a way to unwind after a long day. It has a quiet edge of confidence, it’s not loud or bragging, but it’s steady and sure of itself.

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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”

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François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.

François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.

The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.

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“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.

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