Barrie, Muskoka get lyrical nod from Canadian artist Drake in new track
Drake poses for a photograph at the Billboard Music Awards, May 1, 2019, in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)
Barrie and Muskoka just got a lyrical nod from one of Canada's biggest music artists.
The Grammy-winning artist Drake and Toronto rapper Smiley collaborated on Smiley's new song, "2 Mazza." In the second verse Drake raps, 'I'm in Barrie Muskoka, and Brampton,' mentioning locations he visits.
The track, posted on Friday is already trending Top 10 for Music on YouTube. '2 Mazza' uses Toronto dialect and local shout-outs, with the song's title pulling from a phrase that means 'too crazy.'
The local references have quickly caught the attention of many across social media, with fans and even politicians celebrating the mention.
Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall joined the fun on X, writing, "Drake showing #Barrie some love in his new track - we see you! You've officially got the #705 on repeat today. Doors are always open if you want to visit City Hall, tour's on us! #6ixto705."
🎤🎶 @Drake showing #Barrie some love in his new track - we see you! You've officially got the #705 on repeat today. Doors are always open if you want to visit City Hall, tour's on us! #6ixto705 pic.twitter.com/ppRm8oTH6H — Alex Nuttall (@AlexFromBarrie) June 13, 2025
Drake often references Toronto locations in his lyrics, but for many Barrie and Muskoka fans, the shout-out offers a rare moment of recognition on an international stage and a 'loud' way to represent the 705.
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