Rapper Drake recently sparked a social media frenzy after sharing an Instagram story featuring a BMW and his friend. The photo, posted on July 21, led many to speculate that Drake had purchased a car similar to the one in which the legendary rapper Tupac Shakur was shot.
According to AP News, Tupac was in the passenger seat of a 1996 black BMW 750iL sedan when he was fatally shot. The car was being driven by Suge Knight, the head of Death Row Records, on the night of September 7, 1996.
Following Drake’s post, social media users quickly drew parallels, with some suggesting that the car Drake showcased might be the very same vehicle Tupac was in during the tragic incident. The X account @DailyRapFacts and Instagram user @youngcalifornia mentioned that the car in question had recently been listed for sale for $1.75 million.
As rumors spread, fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their thoughts. Some were convinced it was the same car, while others were skeptical. One user commented, “So Drake is doubling down on Kendrick hating him.. Drake accepting the villain role is wild.” Another user quipped, “What he going to do, sniff the seat?”
Others clarified that Drake’s BMW was not the same model. “Different car but continue to farm the engagement,” one user noted. Another added, “The car Drake has is a coupe… It’s not even the same car.”
More About Tupac’s Car and Drake’s IG Story
The 1996 black BMW 750iL sedan that Tupac was riding in has a tragic history. After leaving the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, the car stopped at a red light where a white Cadillac pulled up and opened fire. Tupac was struck multiple times and succumbed to his injuries six days later. The vehicle, restored to its original condition, was listed for sale by Celebrity Cars in Las Vegas for $1.75 million.
Drake’s recent Instagram story featuring a BMW led to widespread speculation. While some users and sources like Netflix Junkie suggested it might be the same car, the consensus among fans is that it’s a different model.
Tupac’s Estate Threatens to Sue Drake
This incident isn’t the first time Drake has been linked to Tupac. Earlier this year, NBC News reported that Tupac’s estate threatened to sue Drake over a diss track against Kendrick Lamar that used an AI-generated version of Tupac’s voice. The estate described the use as a “blatant abuse” of Shakur’s legacy and demanded the track be removed.
