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For All the Dogs

For All the Dogs is the eighth studio album by Canadian rapper Drake.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

For All the Dogs is the eighth studio album by Canadian rapper Drake, released on October 6, 2023, through OVO Sound and Republic Records. It features guest appearances from several artists including 21 Savage, J. Cole, SZA, Bad Bunny, and Lil Yachty. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 with 402,000 album-equivalent units.

Background and release

Drake announced the album in 2023 and released it through OVO Sound and Republic Records on October 6, 2023. It followed his earlier 2022 releases Honestly, Nevermind and Her Loss.

Music and collaborators

The album is mainly hip-hop and includes both English and Spanish-language tracks. Its guest list includes major artists such as 21 Savage, J. Cole, SZA, Bad Bunny, and Lil Yachty.

Commercial performance

For All the Dogs debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sold 402,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. It became Drake’s thirteenth number-one album in the United States.

Reception and editions

The album received mixed critical responses and appeared on several year-end best-album lists. A deluxe edition, Scary Hours, was issued later in 2023.

Key facts

  • It is Drake’s eighth studio album.
  • The album was released on October 6, 2023.
  • Guest appearances include Teezo Touchdown, 21 Savage, J. Cole, Yeat, SZA, PartyNextDoor, Chief Keef, Bad Bunny, Sexyy Red, and Lil Yachty.
  • It was supported by singles including “Slime You Out,” “8AM in Charlotte,” “Rich Baby Daddy,” “First Person Shooter,” and “You Broke My Heart.”
  • The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 with 402,000 album-equivalent units.
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Canadian context

The album was created by Drake, one of Canada’s best-known recording artists, and was released by a Canadian-led OVO label in partnership with Republic Records.

Frequently asked questions

What is For All the Dogs?
It is the eighth studio album by Canadian rapper Drake, released in 2023.
When was For All the Dogs released?
It was released on October 6, 2023.
Who are the featured artists on the album?
Featured artists include 21 Savage, J. Cole, SZA, Bad Bunny, Lil Yachty, Yeat, PartyNextDoor, Chief Keef, Teezo Touchdown, and Sexyy Red.
How did the album perform commercially?
It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 with 402,000 album-equivalent units in its first week.
Who made the cover art?
The cover art was created by Drake’s son, Adonis.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_All_the_Dogs
    Supports: Album identity, release date, label, length, genre, guest appearances, singles, chart performance, and general overview.
  2. Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/us/album/for-all-the-dogs/1710685602
    Supports: Album description, conceptual framing, and confirmation of Drake as the artist.
  3. USA Today — https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2023/10/06/drake-for-all-the-dogs-album-track-list-collaborators-lyrics/71082108007/
    Supports: Release date, track count context, collaborators, and cover art by Adonis.
  4. AllMusic — https://www.allmusic.com/album/for-all-the-dogs-mw0004112830
    Supports: Release date, duration, genre classification, and style descriptors.
  5. Genius — https://genius.com/albums/Drake/For-all-the-dogs
    Supports: Chart debut and first-week sales figure.
  6. Pitchfork — https://pitchfork.com/news/drake-for-all-the-dogs-release/
    Supports: Release coverage and producer/executive producer credits.