Aubrey Drake Graham, known professionally as Drake, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor born on October 24, 1986. He first gained fame as Jimmy Brooks on the teen drama series “Degrassi: The Next Generation” before transitioning to music, releasing his debut mixtape “Room for Improvement” in 2006. His unique blend of hip-hop and R&B has made him one of the most influential figures in modern music, with a career marked by numerous chart-topping hits and innovative collaborations.
Drake’s achievements are extensive; he has won five Grammy Awards and holds the record for the most charted songs on the Billboard Hot 100. With over 170 million records sold worldwide, he is one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
About the Song
“Hotline Bling,” Drake’s 2015 hit, combines pop and R&B styles with honest lyrics about lost connections.
The song reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned two Grammy Awards in 2017. Its music video got attention for Drake’s dance moves. The song sparked many remixes and remains one of his most popular works.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 25, 2015 |
| Album | Views |
| Writers | Drake, Nineteen85 & Timmy Thomas |
| Producers | Nineteen85 |
Hotline Bling Lyrics by Drake
Intro
You used to call me on my
You used to, you used to
Yeah
Chorus
You used to call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
And I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
Verse 1
Ever since I left the city, you
Got a reputation for yourself now
Everybody knows and I feel left out
Girl, you got me down, you got me stressed out
‘Cause ever since I left the city, you
Started wearin’ less and goin’ out more
Glasses of champagne out on the dance floor
Hangin’ with some girls I never seen before
Chorus
You used to call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need, my love
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
Verse 2
Ever since I left the city, you, you, you
You and me, we just don’t get along
You make me feel like I did you wrong
Goin’ places where you don’t belong
Ever since I left the city, you
You got exactly what you asked for
Runnin’ out of pages in your passport
Hangin’ with some girls I’ve never seen before
Chorus
You used to call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need, my love
And I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
Bridge
These days, all I do is
Wonder if you’re bendin’ over backwards for someone else
Wonder if you’re rollin’ up a Backwoods for someone else
Doing things I taught you, gettin’ nasty for someone else
You don’t need no one else
You don’t need nobody else, no
Why you never alone?
Why you always touchin’ road?
Used to always stay at home
Be a good girl, you was in the zone
Yeah, you should just be yourself
Right now, you’re someone else
Chorus
You used to call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
Call me on my cell phone
Late-night when you need my love
And I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
I know when that hotline bling
That can only mean one thing
Outro
Ever since I left the city—
Similar Songs Like Hotline Bling
Drake’s “Hotline Bling” is known for its beats, open emotions, and themes of love and loss.
Here are similar Drake songs just like that:
- Marvins Room: A deep, honest look at missing an ex and making late-night calls.
- Take Care (feat. Rihanna): A song about helping someone heal from past hurt.
- Hold On, We’re Going Home: A soft melody mixing romance with classic beats.
- One Dance: A fun mix of love themes and African beats you can dance to.
- Passionfruit: A soft tune about keeping love alive across distances.
- Find Your Love: A song about opening your heart, despite the risks.
- From Time (feat. Jhene Aiko): Looking back at old relationships and memories.
- Too Good (feat. Rihanna): A duo singing about feeling undervalued but still in love.
- Just Hold On We’re Going Home: A mix of smooth singing and modern beats about staying true to someone.
- Feel No Ways: A song about growing apart in a relationship.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Story Behind Hotline Bling?
Drake named his song after his ex-partner who received many phone calls at night after they were done making love.
Who was Drake Dancing with In Hotline Bling?
Drake dances with Tanisha Scott in the video, and his moves became widely shared on social media.
Which Song Did Drake Sample on Hotline Bling?
The song uses parts of “Why Can’t We Live Together” by Late Evansville natives.
