Instagram/Drake & Lil Wayne Music Before Drake was a superstar, he was an outsider. Discover the story of his early struggle for acceptance in Lil Wayne's Young Money crew. March 24, 2026 AceShowbiz - Before Drake rose to fame, he struggled to find acceptance within the tight-knit Young Money crew led by Lil Wayne. Director Adam Bhala Lough recently shared a revealing story about this early period while discussing his experiences during the creation of the documentary The Carter.