Drake’s Generosity Shines Bright Again In Toronto Concert
Drake has proven once again that he’s not just about making music but also making a difference in people’s lives. In a heartwarming display of generosity during one of his final “It’s All a Blur Tour” stops at Scotiabank Arena, the hip-hop star hailing from Toronto, Canada surprised an unsuspecting fan with a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, all in front of an enthusiastic crowd.
Instead of hand-picking a fan for the grand prize, as he’s done in the past, Drake opted for a random selection. In an exciting moment captured by fans, he spun a raffle drum, building anticipation among his audience. “So, this is what I’m going to do: I’m going to pick the winning ticket out of this drum right here,” the God’s Plan singer declared. “I want everybody to be super quiet. I want to hear the winner scream.”
With the drum turned, and the crowd cheering him on, Drake reached in and pulled out the winning ticket, numbered “17482.” The lucky winner was located in the upper levels of the arena, prompting Drake to playfully say, “They got ’em? They up top? You better bring your ass down here. We’re going to send somebody up there to check that ticket.”
While the specific model of the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon remains uncertain, the basic version of this luxury vehicle is valued at $139,900, as seen on the manufacturer’s website.
Drake’s generosity didn’t stop there. During another Toronto show the previous night, he came to the aid of a fan who held up a sign revealing a recent diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. The singer, visibly touched, halted his performance to address the fan’s plea. “This one’s important to me. Her sign says, ‘I just found out I have MS, will you help make my night,'” he told the attendees.
The artist shared a personal connection to the cause, mentioning his friend and collaborator, record producer 40, who was diagnosed with MS at a young age. Drake pledged to connect the fan with 40 for a conversation and offered to cover the expenses for the best possible medical help. He even invited her to return to the next night’s show.
Throughout his “It’s All a Blur Tour,” which started in July, Drake has consistently showered fans with kindness. He gifted $50,000 to a fan going through a break-up and bestowed an expensive Birkin bag, among other presents.