Drake recently shared that Jeff Bezos turned down his pitch for a TV show inspired by the rapper’s iconic ‘God’s Plan’ music video. The idea came to Drake after the success of the video, in which he gave away large sums of money to those in need. Inspired by this, Drake approached Bezos with a concept for a global television series, but Bezos declined the offer.
Drake envisioned the show as a global series, taking inspiration from the late Anthony Bourdain’s travel documentaries. His concept was to travel the world with billionaires, distributing tens of millions of dollars to people facing financial hardships, while highlighting their personal stories. The show aimed to put a face to philanthropy, much like the moments of kindness and generosity seen in the ‘God’s Plan’ video, which has gained over a billion views on YouTube.
In a recent livestream with Adin Ross, Drake elaborated on his idea, revealing plans to produce ten episodes each year. The format would feature wealthy individuals—potentially billionaires—coming together to make large charitable donations. These donations could either be competitive or take a more slice-of-life approach, showcasing the personal and emotional impact of these acts of kindness.
Despite the rejection from Bezos, Drake remains determined to bring his vision to life. He explained that his goal is to create a platform where viewers can witness the powerful effects of philanthropy and understand the real stories behind these generous acts. With the success of ‘God’s Plan’ as proof of his philanthropic impact, Drake is still passionate about creating a show that showcases the power of giving.
