Nationwide — Drake’s father, Dennis Graham, has drawn consideration after Drake revealed particulars about his well being in new music from his album Iceman. Dennis later confirmed he had lung most cancers up to now however is now in remission and says he’s doing properly, even whereas persevering with to smoke.
Drake launched Iceman on Might 15 together with two shock albums, shifting consideration towards his private life and household, as reported by Folks. Listeners shortly reacted after listening to emotional references to his father’s situation within the venture’s opening monitor.
On the music “Make Them Cry,” Drake immediately addressed his father’s well being. He rapped, “My dad bought most cancers proper now, we battlin’ phases,” describing the emotional weight of the state of affairs and his wrestle to cope with it.
Following the album launch, Dennis posted an Instagram photograph with Drake displaying the 2 embracing. He paired the picture with a brief caption celebrating their bond, whereas followers flooded the publish with messages of help and well-wishes.
Dennis later clarified the state of affairs, explaining that his lung most cancers analysis was from the previous and confirmed he’s now in remission. He additionally thanked followers for his or her concern and mentioned he appreciated the help.
He added that the most cancers had “disappeared” and mentioned he’s at the moment residing usually. He additionally famous that he stays energetic on social media and continues his on a regular basis routine regardless of the sooner well being scare.
Dennis Graham can be recognized for his lengthy historical past in music. He labored as a drummer for his personal band and likewise carried out with Jerry Lee Lewis. In 2021, he launched the monitor “Father and Son,” which mirrored his relationship with Drake.
Past his father’s well being, Drake additionally used Iceman to the touch on broader private struggles. He addressed ageing, trade strain, and criticism from followers whereas weaving in themes about household and resilience all through the album.
