Jewish-Canadian star Drake calls 'Pray for Gaza' – and sparks controversy

Jewish-Canadian singer Drake released a short film featuring a pro-Palestinian line in a new song, 'Pray for Gaza.' Drake, considered one of the world's biggest stars, previously signed a letter calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. The publication sparked controversy, partly due to a contrast with an earlier song where he criticized a friend for remaining silent on the issue.

Jewish-Canadian singer Drake released a short film yesterday (Tuesday) titled FOMO, featuring new songs. One of the songs includes the line 'Pray for Gaza,' which is perceived as pro-Palestinian. Drake, considered one of the world's biggest stars, usually tends to maintain political silence, but was among the first signatories of the Artists4Ceasefire letter in October 2023, which called for a ceasefire in Gaza. The letter was signed shortly after the massacre in which about 1,200 people were killed in Israel and more than 250 were kidnapped. Drake's producer said the signing was simple and quick. The current publication stands in contrast to an earlier song by Drake from the album ICEMAN, in which he criticized his former friend DJ Khaled for his silence regarding the war, while calling it 'Israel's just war against the terrorist organization Hamas.' The article presents the controversy surrounding Drake, highlighting his Jewish identity and the contrast between his positions.