Sexyy Red Praises Drake’s Studio Skills

The music world is buzzing about Drake’s latest album trilogy, and one of the standout collaborators is rapper Sexyy Red. She recently opened up about her experience working with the Canadian superstar, gushing about his talent and the fun they had in the studio. Their latest joint tracks, “Cheetah Print” and “Hurrr Nor Thurr,” are featured on Drake’s new albums “MAID OF HONOUR” and “HABIBTI,” respectively.

A Collaborative Friendship

Sexyy Red and Drake have cultivated a strong friendship and a history of successful collaborations over the past few years. Fans will remember their previous hits like “Rich Baby Daddy” and “U My Everything.” This latest trilogy project continues that fruitful partnership, with Sexyy Red contributing to two key tracks.

Speaking with Complex, Sexyy Red couldn’t hide her enthusiasm for working with Drake. “Working with Drake always fun as hell ’cause he really be in his bag,” she reportedly said. She went on to praise his musical intuition, stating, “And for real for real he got the best ear in music.”

The Success of ‘Cheetah Print’

The track “Cheetah Print” has been particularly noteworthy, even if it’s considered a bit divisive by some. Sexyy Red shared that the vibe in the studio was reminiscent of the fun, danceable energy of the “Cha Cha Slide.” She realized the song’s potential impact when she saw it taking off on TikTok.

“I knew it was going up when I opened TikTok and everybody was using the sound,” Sexyy Red explained. “I ain’t even expect it to blow that fast. But seeing people shake a**, make videos, and really f**k with the song like that made me happy ’cause we had so much fun making [‘Cheetah Print’].” This highlights the organic way many viral hits gain traction today.

Other Collaborators Weigh In

The buzz around Drake’s trilogy extends to other artists featured on the project. Molly Santana, who collaborated with Drake and Future on “Ran To Atlanta,” shared her excitement, calling the opportunity “destiny.” Even artists not directly involved, like Jack Harlow, have chimed in, with Harlow naming “ICEMAN” (Drake’s nickname) as his favorite of the three albums and praising Drake’s songwriting.

As more collaborators and fans share their thoughts on this massive musical event, it’s clear that Drake’s ability to connect with artists and create compelling music remains a powerful force in the industry. The trilogy offers a diverse range of sounds and collaborations, solidifying his status as a prolific hitmaker.