Is More Life a good place to start with Drake?

Yes, More Life is recommended as a starting point for new Drake listeners. A genre-blurring tapestry of Caribbean rhythms and introspective lyrics, blending hip-hop with R&B and dancehall influences. By the time 'More Life' was released in March 2017, Drake was at the peak of his commercial success following his 2016 album 'Views'. This project, labeled as a playlist rather than a traditional album, was a creative pivot that showcased his ability to incorporate diverse sounds while continuing to dominate the charts.

Who is More Life for?

More Life works well if you're into vibrant party-ready energy, late-night reflective moments and varied track lengths and moods.

How many songs are on More Life?

More Life has 22 tracks, running approximately 81 minutes.

More Life

Drake · 2017

81 min · 22 tracks · contemporary R&B

A genre-blurring tapestry of Caribbean rhythms and introspective lyrics, blending hip-hop with R&B and dancehall influences.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Free Smoke Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Passionfruit — This track exemplifies the smooth fusion of dancehall and R&B, showcasing Drake's knack for crafting catchy melodies over rhythmic production.
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Fake Love — With its infectious hook and exploration of betrayal, this song became an anthem for listeners navigating relationships and authenticity in the digital age.
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Get It Together — Featuring a poignant blend of vulnerability and rhythm, this collaboration highlights the emotional depth that defines much of Drake's work while integrating a soulful sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album blends genres effectively but lacks a strong cohesive narrative across its extensive tracklist.

What we noticed

The sequencing alternates between upbeat tracks and more introspective moments, such as the transition from 'Teenage Fever' to 'KMT'.
Multiple collaborations with various artists contribute to a diverse sound palette, with each track often featuring different vocalists.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

vibrant party-ready energy
late-night reflective moments
varied track lengths and moods
introspective beats for contemplation
catchy hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you

prefer immediate gratification
seek cohesive long-form pieces

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — 'More Life' showcases Drake's genre-blurring style and solidified his cultural impact.
Themes: Caribbean rhythms· disloyalty narratives· nostalgic reflections
Career context: By the time 'More Life' was released in March 2017, Drake was at the peak of his commercial success following his 2016 album 'Views'. This project, labeled as a playlist rather than a traditional album, was a creative pivot that showcased his ability to incorporate diverse sounds while continuing to dominate the charts.
Stylistic neighbors: The Weeknd· J. Cole· Travis Scott