Take Care Release and Commercial Performance
Take Care is the second studio album by Drake, released on November 15, 2012, through Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records, and Republic Records. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and sold 631,000 equivalent units in its first week, according to Luminate data Billboard 200. It became Drake's second consecutive number-one album in the United States and reached the top position in Canada and the United Kingdom RIAA Gold & Platinum.
By 2024, Take Care has been certified six times platinum by the RIAA, reflecting over 6 million units consumed in the United States through album sales and on-demand audio and video streams. The album has accumulated billions of on-demand streams on platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, maintaining consistent chart presence years after release.
Tracklist, Singles, and Critical Recognition
Lead Singles and Chart Results
The lead single "Marvins Room" peaked at number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100, while "Take Care" featuring Rihanna reached number seven on the same chart. "Headlines" peaked at number 13 on the Hot 100 and became a staple on rhythmic radio formats Billboard Hot 100.
Album Tracklist Overview
The standard edition of Take Care contains 17 tracks, including collaborations with Rihanna, Lil Wayne, and Rick Ross. Producers include Noah "40" Shebib, Boi-1da, and T-Minus, with the album blending hip-hop, R&B, and atmospheric production.
Awards and Nominations
Take Care won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album at the 2013 ceremony and was nominated for Album of the Year. The album also received the Juno Award for Rap Recording of the Year in 2013.
Legacy and Influence
Take Care is widely cited as a defining album of the early 2010s hip-hop landscape, influencing subsequent Drake projects and the broader R&B-rap crossover trend. Its streaming longevity and continued playlist inclusion reflect its sustained commercial relevance.
Financial Impact and Rights Ownership
Take Care generated significant revenue through streaming, physical sales, and licensing. As of 2024, the album remains a high-performing catalog asset for Young Money Entertainment and Republic Records, with consistent monthly streams across digital service providers Forbes.
Drake's ownership stake in his master recordings and publishing rights has been a subject of industry analysis, with Take Care contributing to his overall valuation as one of the highest-earning musicians in the streaming era. The album's catalog value is supported by its multi-platinum status and global reach.