In 2007, Drake released his second mixtape, "Comeback Season," which gained significant attention and helped him build a solid fan base. The success of "Comeback Season" led to a record deal with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment imprint.
Under Young Money, Drake released his third mixtape, "So Far Gone," in 2009. The mixtape was a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies. It also spawned several hit singles, including "Best I Ever Had," "Successful," and "Forever."
Drake's major label debut album, "Thank Me Later," was released in 2010 and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and featured the hit singles "Over," "Find Your Love," and "Miss Me."
Since then, Drake has continued to release successful studio albums, including "Take Care" (2011), "Nothing Was the Same" (2013), "Views" (2016), and "More Life" (2017). He has collaborated with numerous other artists, such as Rihanna, Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Travis Scott.
Throughout his career, Drake has won numerous awards, including four Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, and six BET Awards. He is considered one of the most influential and successful rappers in the world.
Drake has also expanded his brand beyond music. He launched his own record label, OVO Sound, in 2012. He has also started his own clothing line, October's Very Own (OVO), and acted in several films and television shows.