Drake’s Co-op Live Manchester Show Was a Nonstop Celebration — Here’s Every Moment You Missed

Canadian rap icon Drake brought down the house at Co-op Live during the final night of his ‘Some Special Shows 4 UK’ tour, turning Manchester into a sea of 23,500 fans singing every word. This was more than a concert — it was a celebration of a decade-spanning career, an R&B homecoming with PartyNextDoor, and a personal thank-you to his loyal UK fanbase.

Kicking off the night with the sentimental ‘Gimme a Hug’, Drake immediately set a heartfelt tone, acknowledging the crowd’s unwavering support. “This is really just a small token,” Drake told fans, hinting at the emotional undercurrent that would run through the evening.

But sentiment quickly gave way to pure energy as Drake delivered back-to-back hits. ‘Marvin’s Room’ had the entire arena singing in unison, while the smooth introduction to ‘Passionfruit’ ignited deafening cheers. The Co-op Live crowd knew every beat and lyric, making the 94,000-strong audience across his four sold-out nights feel like one massive choir.

Midway through the set, Drake unleashed a trifecta of crowd favorites — ‘God’s Plan’, ‘In My Feelings’, and ‘Nice for What’ — sending the energy levels sky-high. This wasn’t just a concert; it was a communal catharsis for fans who’ve grown up with his music.

Joining Drake on stage was fellow Toronto artist PartyNextDoor, who delivered a medley of their collaborative album ‘Some Sexy Songs 4 U’. Tracks like ‘No Chill’ and ‘Somebody Loves Me’ brought a moody, trap-fused vibe before the duo revisited their classic 2016 collaboration ‘Come and See Me’, rekindling memories for long-time fans.

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The setlist expertly blended eras — from early career staples like ‘Fancy’ to newer anthems like ‘Girls Want Girls’. Even without Sexyy Red in attendance, Manchester didn’t skip a beat during ‘Rich Baby Daddy’, with fans loudly chanting her iconic verse.

 

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For the encore, Drake went with a “cellular” theme — delivering the universally loved ‘Hotline Bling’ followed by the viral track ‘Nokia’, proving that even after 15 years in the game, he still has his finger on pop culture’s pulse.

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Closing with the soulful ‘Yebba’s Heartbreak’, Drake left the stage with a heartfelt send-off, visibly moved by the overwhelming love Manchester had shown him. “How much can I show my love for you?” — the answer was loud and clear from the sea of fans.

Co-op Live’s status as Manchester’s new home for global music icons is now undeniable. With Drake’s four-night spectacle added to its legacy, the arena is fast becoming the UK’s go-to venue for unforgettable live experiences.