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Drake Honors Nelly Furtado at Juno Awards Amid Controversy

3/31/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Drake inducted Nelly Furtado into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during the 2026 Juno Awards.
In his tribute, he highlighted Furtado's influence and resilience, called her a 'North Star,' recalled 2011 Juno snub of his album Take Care, and said he has not submitted music for Juno consideration since.
Reaction online was mixed, with praise for the tribute and criticism of his comments about the awards across social media.

History

Historical Context

The Canadian Music Hall of Fame, established to honor influential artists, inducted Leonard Cohen in 2016, alongside others like Andy Kim. This recognition reflects the evolving landscape of Canadian music, highlighted by Drake's tribute at the 2026 Juno Awards, which echoes his 2011 snub for "Take Care," emphasizing the ongoing dialogue about awards' significance in artists' careers.

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Story summary

Drake inducted Nelly Furtado into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during the 2026 Juno Awards.
In his tribute, he highlighted Furtado's influence and resilience, called her a 'North Star,' recalled 2011 Juno snub of his album Take Care, and said he has not submitted music for Juno consideration since.
Reaction online was mixed, with praise for the tribute and criticism of his comments about the awards across social media.

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