Drake has ignited a wave of backlash following a recent Instagram post that compared his birthmark to that of singer Gracie Abrams. The Canadian rapper’s content, shared on August 4, 2023, has generated mixed reactions from fans, with many questioning the appropriateness of his comments.
The controversy began when Drake posted a selfie of Gracie Abrams alongside an image of himself performing, highlighting the similarity in their brown birthmarks. He captioned the post, “I used to hate my birthmark but Gracie got the same one. Now it’s art.” While some followers saw this as a form of admiration, others found it unsettling.
Social media erupted with diverse opinions. Some users expressed their confusion and discomfort with one tweeting, “Whys [why is] Drake obsessed with Gracie?” Another user remarked, “Drake reposting Gracie wtf wasn’t in my bucket list.” The comments intensified when fans pointed out the significant age difference between the two artists. One follower humorously quipped, “Drake got her on his story quoting birthmarks like it’s poetry. I’d delete my whole identity if he posted me like that.”
Drake’s interaction with Gracie Abrams is not entirely new. Earlier in March 2023, he praised her song “I Knew It, I Know You” on Instagram, calling it a “GOAT’d beat switch” and sharing his emotional response to the track. This endorsement sparked renewed interest in Abrams’ music, leading fans to revisit the song’s music video and flood the comment section with admiration for her work.
Despite the apparent admiration, the relationship between Drake and Abrams remains largely public and undefined. At 25 years old, Abrams is currently in a relationship with actor Paul Mescal. Meanwhile, Drake is occupied with his ongoing European tour, while Abrams prepares for her upcoming performance at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.
The contrasting reactions to Drake’s Instagram post underline the complexities of celebrity interactions in the digital age. As fans continue to voice their opinions on social media, the discussion surrounding his comments raises questions about the boundaries of admiration and the implications of public figures engaging with one another online.
