It features a mixture of braggadocio and emotional lyrics, exploring themes of fame, romance, and wealth. It incorporates several elements that have come to define Drake's sound, including minimalist R&B influences, existential subject matter, and alternately sung and rapped vocals. The album also expands on the low-tempo, sensuous, and dark sonic aesthetic of Thank Me Later. In comparison to his debut album, Drake revealed that the album is called Take Care because 'I get to take my time this go-round '. Drake's vocals on the album feature emotional crooning, alto vocals, a guttural cadence, a melodic flow, and a larger emphasis on singing than on Thank Me Later. Expressing a desire to reunite with 40, his long-time producer who featured in parts on Thank Me Later, the duo worked extensively on the new album once recording sessions began in 2010. Prior to Take Care, Drake released Thank Me Later, which experienced positive critical success, but left him feeling disjointed about the album's musical content.

Alongside prominent production from the album's executive producers Drake and 40, further contributors include T-Minus, Chantal Kreviazuk, Boi-1da, Illangelo, Jamie xx, Supa Dups, Just Blaze, Chase N. The album features guest appearances from the Weeknd, Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar, Birdman, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, and André 3000. It was released on November 15, 2011, by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records. Take Care is the second studio album by Canadian rapper Drake.

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