Dark Lane Demo Tapes Tracklist
Album Overview
"Dark Lane Demo Tapes" is a mixtape by Canadian rapper and singer Drake, released on May 1, 2020, by OVO Sound and Republic Records. The mixtape features a compilation of songs that were either released on SoundCloud or leaked on the internet, as well as new songs. It was considered a "warm-up" to Drake's sixth studio album, "Certified Lover Boy" released in 2021. The mixtape was produced by Drake's long-time collaborator, 40, and a host of other producers. It also features guest appearances from Future, Young Thug, Chris Brown, Playboi Carti, Giveon, Fivio Foreign, and Sosa Geek.
With "Dark Lane Demo Tapes," Drake moved away from his conventional "hitmaking formula" to experiment with a diverse array of genres, including lo-fi, UK drill, trap, SoundCloud rap, R&B, and soul. The production on the mixtape is noted for its hazy, ambient sounds through prominent use of unpolished synths. The mixtape deals with various themes, including failed relationships, complicated relationships with friends, and Drake's prominence in the music industry.
