Drake and Rihanna’s relationship has been one of the most talked-about in the music industry for years, but what if we told you that behind the glitz and glamour, there’s something far darker going on? Despite Rihanna clearly moving on and establishing her own path, Drake’s obsessive behavior toward her has become increasingly uncomfortable—and many fans are starting to call it what it is: harassment. Let’s break down how Drake’s fixation with Rihanna has crossed the line from admiration to something much more bizarre and unsettling.

From Friends to Frenemies: The Uneven Power Dynamic

Drake and Rihanna first met back in 2005, and their connection was undeniable. Over the years, they collaborated on multiple hit songs, like What’s My Name and Take Care, but what should have remained professional became clouded by Drake’s increasingly obsessive behavior. While Rihanna was clear about the nature of their relationship—strictly friends—Drake seemed to develop a much deeper attachment, one that was not reciprocated.

In interviews, Drake often spoke about Rihanna with an almost reverential tone, calling her “the ultimate fantasy” and describing her as someone who “made him feel small” and “nervous.” These comments were often framed as admiration, but there was an underlying sense of possessiveness—an idea that Rihanna was something to be won over, rather than a person with her own boundaries and autonomy.

Despite their collaborations and the flirtatious energy they had on stage, Rihanna repeatedly made it clear that she wasn’t romantically involved with Drake. She stated in interviews, including a public one with Oprah, that they were “just friends.” However, Drake’s actions seemed to ignore these boundaries, and instead, he continued to insert her into his narrative.

Drake’s Obsession: Constantly Mentioning Rihanna in His Music

One of the most telling signs of Drake’s obsession is how often he continues to bring up Rihanna in his music. Over the years, Drake has referenced her in several songs, some of which hint at a romantic relationship that never existed. For instance, in his track Fireworks, he references a night in New York where he and Rihanna were spotted kissing, saying, “I could tell it wasn’t love, I just thought you would f** with me.”* This line has a lingering bitterness to it, and it’s clear that Drake still has unresolved feelings about this night.

But it doesn’t stop there. From Take Care to Controlla, Drake continues to weave Rihanna’s presence into his lyrics, even when there’s no romantic relationship between them. These constant references to their past only fuel the idea that Drake is obsessed with an image of Rihanna that doesn’t match reality.

It’s worth asking why Drake can’t seem to let go of Rihanna when she’s repeatedly distanced herself. Every time he mentions her in his songs, it’s as if he’s trying to rewrite the narrative to fit his version of events—a version where they were a couple or had something more than just a working relationship. This ongoing fixation starts to feel less like admiration and more like emotional manipulation.

The Awkward Public Displays: Is He Harassing Her?

Perhaps the most uncomfortable part of Drake’s obsession is how he continues to express his feelings for Rihanna in public, despite clear signs that she is not interested. In 2016, when Drake presented Rihanna with the Michael Jackson Vanguard Award at the MTV Video Music Awards, he gave a speech in which he openly declared his love for her. He said, “She’s someone I’ve been in love with since I was 22 years old.” While this might have seemed like a touching moment to some, to others, it came off as deeply inappropriate, especially considering Rihanna’s history of rejecting Drake’s advances.

At the VMAs, as Drake attempted to hug Rihanna or plant a kiss on her cheek, she visibly dodged him—not once, but twice. In fact, her body language during the entire interaction screamed discomfort. She didn’t want to be physically close to him, and yet, Drake persisted. It was a moment that was hard to ignore and was especially cringe-worthy for anyone watching.

The crowd, eager to see these two icons together, cheered on the moment, but Rihanna’s clear discomfort was undeniable. She wasn’t having it, and it was a stark reminder that while Drake may have been living out some kind of fantasy in his mind, Rihanna was simply trying to get through an awkward public appearance.

Drake’s Inability to Accept Rejection: A Pattern of Harassment

What makes Drake’s behavior even more unsettling is the way he refuses to accept Rihanna’s rejection. Over the years, despite her consistent distancing, he continues to talk about her, to perform with her, and to make her the subject of his music. It’s almost as though he can’t bear the idea that Rihanna doesn’t want to be with him—and that obsession is starting to veer into harassing territory.

In 2015, Rihanna made it abundantly clear that she had never dated Drake. While she’s been more than willing to collaborate with him professionally, she’s always maintained that their connection was never romantic. And yet, Drake can’t stop publicly praising her and talking about their “moment” together. This constant reinforcement of a narrative that Rihanna has already rejected is more than just persistence—it’s harassment.

When someone repeatedly ignores clear boundaries, it becomes a pattern of emotional manipulation. Rihanna has been kind and respectful, but Drake’s inability to accept that their connection was never romantic has led him to create a version of events that suits him—and in doing so, he has crossed a line.

The Uncomfortable Reality: Rihanna’s Life After Drake

While Drake continues to harp on his supposed connection with Rihanna, she has long since moved on. Rihanna has become one of the most successful and powerful women in the world, building a billion-dollar empire with Fenty and thriving in her personal life. She’s also happily in a relationship with A$AP Rocky, raising their son together. She’s living her best life, yet Drake’s fixation remains.

What’s especially concerning is that Drake seems unable to let go of the idea of Rihanna. It’s one thing to admire someone from afar, but it’s another to persistently insert them into your narrative despite their wishes. It’s been years since their supposed fling ended, and Rihanna has done everything in her power to distance herself from Drake’s advances. Yet, he continues to use her for content—whether in his songs, interviews, or on stage.

It’s clear that Drake has an unhealthy obsession with Rihanna. His constant need to insert her into his music, his life, and his public persona shows a lack of respect for her boundaries. Rihanna has been nothing but professional with Drake, but he refuses to accept her rejection, pushing his unwanted affection onto her at every turn.

Conclusion: Time to Let Go, Drake

At this point, it’s time for Drake to move on from Rihanna. His obsession with her has become unsettling and, at times, borderline harassment. Rihanna has made it clear that they are not romantically involved and that she’s simply not interested in continuing any kind of relationship with him. It’s time for Drake to respect her wishes, stop using her for his emotional narrative, and let her live her life without constant public reminders of his unwanted feelings.

If Drake truly respected Rihanna, he would step back, stop bringing her up in interviews and songs, and allow her to thrive without being constantly dragged into his personal drama. For now, Rihanna deserves peace and space from someone who has shown far too many signs of crossing boundaries in their attempts to keep her in his orbit.