Drake just got real about where his fatherhood journey began — and fans are loving the sentimental moment.
The 38-year-old rapper, born Aubrey Graham, had a surprise announcement for fans during his concert in Amsterdam on July 30. Standing before a packed crowd on the European leg of his tour, Drake revealed that the city holds a personal and emotional significance — it’s where his now 7-year-old son Adonis was conceived.
“I was saying backstage, this is the place,” Drake told the cheering audience, in a video shared by fans on X (formerly Twitter).
“A very special place in my heart… because this is where my son was conceived.”
The crowd erupted in applause, and the rapper added with a smile:
“There would be no Adonis if there wasn’t an Amsterdam, so shoutout to y’all.”
🎤 The Amsterdam Confession That Melted Fans’ Hearts
Known for wearing his emotions on his sleeve in his music, Drake has always shown a soft spot for his son — but this candid onstage moment brought a new level of vulnerability to the surface.
The rapper, who shares Adonis with French artist Sophie Brussaux, didn’t go into further detail about the night of conception (though fans online were quick to guess the timeline), but the emotional weight behind the shoutout wasn’t missed.
Social media exploded with reactions like:
- “Drake telling a whole city they helped create Adonis is wild and adorable.”
- “This man is really out here on his Certified Lover Dad tour.”
- “Amsterdam, take a bow. You birthed an icon’s legacy.”
🧒 Meet Adonis: Drake’s Mini-Me with a Big Heart
Adonis, now 7 years old, has become a beloved figure on Drake’s social media and even made appearances at his father’s shows and events.
Back in October, Drake celebrated Adonis’ birthday with a SpongeBob SquarePants-themed bash, complete with jellyfish decorations and Bikini Bottom-style backdrops. The rapper posted two sweet photos to Instagram showing him and Adonis grinning together amid the aquatic fun.
“Big Don. 💘,” Drake captioned the post, showing clear pride in his growing boy.
And it’s not just birthdays — the “God’s Plan” artist often highlights tender father-son moments. On Father’s Day last year, Drake shared a photo with Adonis and his own father, Dennis Graham, all three donning cowboy hats in a symbolic three-generation family moment.
“Three generations 💘 Happy Father’s Day to the ones guiding their daughters and sons,” he wrote.
💌 A Heartfelt Letter That Melted Instagram
In November, Drake shared a handwritten letter from Adonis that quickly went viral for its sweetness.
The note read:
“Thank you for giving me such a good life and a good family. I love you dad.”
And at the bottom, in true kid fashion: “Adonis to Dad.”
The proud dad snapped a photo of the letter and posted it to his Instagram Stories, showing the world just how deep their bond really runs.
🎨 Who Is Sophie Brussaux, Adonis’ Mom?
Adonis’ mother, Sophie Brussaux, is a former model turned accomplished artist based in France. She and Drake reportedly conceived Adonis in 2016 during a trip to Europe — and now we know, specifically, in Amsterdam.
Though the pair were never in a long-term romantic relationship, they’ve worked together to co-parent their son and keep his upbringing rooted in love and support.
Drake kept Adonis’ existence private for some time before confirming the news in his 2018 track “March 14,” off his double album Scorpion. Since then, he’s been open about fatherhood and how it’s transformed his life.
“I love my son unconditionally and I’m trying to be a good father,” Drake once told LeBron James during an appearance on The Shop.
🧳 Amsterdam: More Than Just a Tour Stop
While Drake has performed in Amsterdam several times throughout his career, this latest visit was clearly more than just another international gig — it was a full-circle moment.
Fans in the audience noted that the rapper seemed visibly emotional during the announcement, as he shared a part of his personal journey that few were expecting.
👀 Fans Want More Adonis Content
With every post and appearance, fans have watched Adonis grow from a rarely seen baby into a confident little boy who clearly inherited his father’s charisma. And now that we know his origin story began in Amsterdam, fans are jokingly asking for:
- A song called “Amsterdam Nights”
- A music video featuring baby pictures from the trip
- A return show in Amsterdam featuring a surprise Adonis appearance
❤️ One Thing’s Clear: Fatherhood Looks Good on Drake
Whether he’s rapping about love and loyalty or reading bedtime stories to his son, Drake is making it clear: being a dad is his proudest role yet.
With the rapper continuing his tour across Europe, it’s safe to say fans can expect more personal gems like this one — because Drake’s not just delivering hits, he’s delivering heart.
💬 What Do You Think?
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