A years-old rumor about a brief romantic link between Drake and Jorja Smith has resurfaced online in recent days, this time with unverified allegations of marriage discussions and significant financial requests that reportedly ended the situationship.
According to the widely shared story circulating on platforms including Instagram, TikTok, X and Facebook, Drake — then approximately 30 — allegedly brought up the idea of marriage to the then-19-year-old Smith in 2017. The claim states that before considering it further, Smith requested $150,000 per month for the duration of the marriage and 70% of Drake’s assets in the event of a divorce. It further alleges that after lawyers presented documents, Drake ended the relationship immediately.
However, the claims appear to originate from unverified gossip accounts, many of them Nigeria-based entertainment pages, rather than from any established reporting. As of now, no credible outlets have corroborated the specific details, and neither Drake nor Smith has publicly commented on the allegations.
The pair were first linked in early 2017 following professional collaborations. Drake featured Smith on his More Life playlist with the track “Get It Together” and the “Jorja Interlude.” She also served as an opening act on portions of his Boy Meets World tour. At the time, outlets noted the Canadian superstar appeared particularly impressed by the British singer-songwriter’s talent, with the two spotted together on several occasions. Their rumored connection was never officially confirmed by either artist and appears to have cooled off by late 2017.
Fans have frequently tied tracks from Drake’s 2018 album Scorpion to the rumored situationship, particularly “Jaded,” which many interpret as reflecting on age differences and unmet expectations. Smith has previously spoken positively but vaguely about working with Drake, without addressing any personal relationship.
While celebrity rumors involving Drake often gain traction online, this latest version follows a common pattern of embellishing past unconfirmed reports with dramatic financial details for virality. Major music and entertainment publications have not reported on any such marriage conversation or legal documents at the time or since.
https://www.hypefresh.com/drakes-longevity-within-hip-hop/Jorja Smith, who has since built a respected career with critically acclaimed releases including her 2018 debut Lost & Found, has largely stayed focused on her music in the years since. Drake, meanwhile, remains one of the industry’s dominant figures.
