‘Are Those Steve Harvey Pants?’: This Outfit Was Drake’s Gift to the Internet

Drake wished his fans a Happy Valentine’s Day, and his ensemble got fans all in their feelings.

The “God’s Plan” rapper posted two photos of himself on Feb. 15 on Instagram, including a mirror selfie with his now-signature male duck lips and raised eyebrow expression along with the caption, “Happy Valentines Day ya freaks.”

Drake wishes fans a Happy Valentine’s Day. Photo:@champagnepapi/Instagram

The facial game would have been enough to get fans talking, but it was Drizzy’s choice of ensemble that really put it over the top for viewers. The “In My Feelings” artist opted to wear a black Fendi turtleneck with grey dress pants, and the reactions to the polarizing ‘fit ranged from attraction to confusion.

The 34-year-old four-time Grammy Award-winning and record-breaking artist previously planned to release his sixth studio album, “Certified Lover Boy,” in January but delayed the project due to recent knee surgery and the subsequent recovery period. Details surrounding the exact nature of the injury, which occurred in late 2020, have remained under wraps.

“I was planning to release my album this month but between surgery and rehab my energy has been dedicated to recovery,” he shared in an Instagram Story. “I’m blessed to be back on my feet feeling great and focused on the album, but CLB won’t be dropping in January. I’m looking forward to sharing it with you all in 2021.”

Drake puts on his model face for a selfie. Photo:@champagnepapi/Instagram

Followers largely agreed that while Drake may be a handsome dude, his modeling game may need a little work.

“I hate when he makes that face 😭🥴”

“Are those Steve Harvey pants 👀”

“I’ll get him pregnant 😍😍😍”

“Alone and looking good. How I like to see him.🤣”

“That beard does him wonders and he knows it lol”

“Them grandad pants”

“Certified Lover Boy” follows Drake’s 2018 release of his “Scorpion” double album. At the time of this writing, an updated release date had not been announced.

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