The Toronto rapper has personally made the decision to withdraw his entries from Grammy consideration. Sources tell Variety that the top-streaming artist and his management handed the decision down to the Recording Academy, who granted his request earlier today.
The reasoning for this decision is not yet known. Drake was previously nominated in two categories. He was up for Best Rap Album for his September-released, sixth studio album Certified Lover Boy and for Best Rap Performance for his song “Way 2 Sexy” alongside Future and Young Thug.
The Grammy committee will not replace Drake’s empty slot in either category with runner-up nominees. Instead, the categories will be left with 4 competitors.
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