There’s a rumor doing the underground rounds that Canadian multiple award-winning rap artist Drake will be releasing a Christmas album in time for this year’s festivities. The name: December 25th. Now, that’s something. It’s not often that we hear about dedicated Christmas albums from the hip hop royals – ever. With the exception of individual – and very rare – tracks like Run-D.M.C’s Christmas In Hollis from way back in 1987 (we’ve embedded the video for your viewing pleasure right here), there isn’t much in the way of wholesome, family-around-the-fire Christmas rap these days.
So, if it is true that Drizzy has a whole Christmas album on the way, things could get very interesting. The questions that immediately come to my mind: what kind of themes are we likely to hear on such an LP? Drake is known for a very dark, cinematic and down-tempo sound, courtesy of his creative partnership with friend and producer, Noah “40” Shebib. Christmas, on the other hand, is supposed to be a light, cheery and up-tempo affair, right? It really gets you thinking what this album will be about. As a concept album, it could be interesting though. Apparently, some of the tracks we may hear are December 25th, No Gifts, and How Could You, Mr. Grinch?
Personally, I’m not convinced the rumors are true. In all my research, I’ve pretty much only come across one or two low key sites that talk about this ‘forthcoming’ Christmas album and I haven’t seen any hints even on Drake’s official site. Even if it were to be a surprise album, I don’t know of an artist or company that’s been able to successfully keep a secret in our leak-crazy world these days. We’ll have to wait and see, won’t we?
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