Let’s be real for a second. Every time I open Instagram now I see Druski, rolling with Drake, attending NFL matches or getting up to something absurd that makes millions laugh. But here is what I fail to understand: This guy was quickly turned into a very big celebrity?. Does he live up to internet standards of comedy or are we collectively in on a joke where basic humor is praised to be the best?
Welcome back to ArtistHeat, the show that takes a closer look at the phenomenon of Druski. Prepare yourselves for the journey as to how this social media personality transitioned from making funny clips in his bed room to becoming one of the most famous comedians of the new generation.
The Rise of an Unlikely Comedy Star
I said, this man, a son of a Haitian diplomat and an African American didn’t have a fairy tale life background to his becoming a Hollywood star. The man known by the stage name Druski began his YouTube career as any other man with a camera phone and few comedy scripts. He started performing in skits during the year 2017 and the characters were peculiar to that extent that anyone could easily find this relatable – the drunken uncle on family reunion, the over-enthusiastic high school coach.
The Drake Effect and Celebrity Co-Signs
Permit me to be frank, though we all know that this is what is known as the elephant in the room. Is Druski’s fame as big today if he did not belong to celebrity families? Probably not.
It was when Drake included him in the “Laugh Now Cry Later” music video, most people started to follow Druski. One day, this man, who was making hilarious videos on YouTube, found himself interacting with one of the top music icons. And it didn’t stop there. With time, high profile celebrities such as Jack Harlow, Odell Beckham Jr., among many others, began to introduce him to their circles.
The Comedic Formula: Why Does It Work?
What makes Druski tick as a comedian? It’s not just one thing—it’s a combination of factors that came together at exactly the right time:
Character Immersion
When Druski turns into a character, he indeed goes over the top. There is no smirking or winking into the camera in acknowledgement of the viewer that this berserk sorbet is privy to the joke. That commitment records the bit in a manner that most other social media comedians lack.
Accounting The character pieces consist of “Coulda Been Records” skits, that show his ability to play a pretend music mogul. They have these industry types who look for talent but are usually out of it, and Druski did that to perfection.
Reading the Room of Internet Culture
Druski also possesses qualities such as trending facts and behaviors that need to be lampooned in people or personalities. He does not just come out to make fun of things; he does so to particular quarters that people may find enjoyable.
When he jokes about the behavior seen while stream on Instagram Live or making fun of people doing exercises, he does not make simple comedies. He is reflecting what very often we all can observe (and sometimes even do) as human beings in contemporary society.
The Criticism: Is Druski Actually Funny?
Look, comedy is subjective, and not everyone is going to find the same things funny. But there are legitimate criticisms of Druski’s work that are worth discussing.
The Repetition Factor
If you have been a follower of Druski, then you must have realized that he has a pattern when creating his content. As much as it is funny and interesting, it can be somewhat expected because the character types remain the same and the punchlines that are used are simply repeated throughout the show. This is generally prevalent in comedians who discover a reliable gimmick that assists in their prop novelty popularity, yet, it is still an issue of concern to him.
But after seeing him mimicking a self-obsessed jerk in a gym or a bad rapper, the humor becomes old and repulsive. They have heightened accusations to the extent of claiming that he is just a one-joke comedian with the crude capacity to refine himself to other brand of comedy.
The Fine Line of Stereotypes
Subsequently, some of the videos created by Druski, while being considered funny, tend to delve into stereotype. Despite the fact that his characters are not really cartoons of specific groups and rather caricatures of certain types of personalities, it occasionally borders on the side of stereotype endorsement.
A question could be raised the idea of him taking people down instead of lifting them up especially when he targets some behaviors assumed by specific groups.
Beyond Social Media: Druski’s Business Acumen
If there’s one thing that’s undeniable about Druski, it’s his business sense. The man understands brand building in a way that many entertainers don’t.
4Lifers Entertainment
It wasn’t just an ego trip, it was a smart business decision, which has given him a platform through which could move out of doing skits on social media. With the help of 4Lifers Entertainment, this comedian has been able to organize numerous ventures such as comedy live shows and sale of branded merchandise.
This move proves that Druski does not wish to just be easily forgettable on social media applications as a YouTuber. He is planning and creating for the long term, which, in this environment, is a much-needed thing because one day a vlogger can be popular, but the next they are forgotten.
Brand Partnerships That Make Sense
Unlike other YouTubers being flexible and willing to work with nearly any company willing to pay them, Druski has been much more discerning. Some advertisements that Kyle Johnston has done with Bud Light and Beats by Dr Dre do not appear to be forced at all.
It is not easy to balance humour and partnership while maintaining one’s integrity; however, he has successfully done this in these collaborations.
The Future of Druski: One-Hit Wonder or Lasting Star?
Therefore, what next for Druski? Is this the high point of the actor’s career or is this only the beginning of his entertaining career?
However, the reality is that TV promotions are untimely filled with social media celebrities who are infamous for their tendencies to emerge from the limelight only to go back into it shortly. While there are real comedians such as Kevin Hart who amassed a lot of popularity online and translated that into the mainstream, others cannot make it.
The Verdict: Is Druski Worth the Hype?
Finally, with all that has been said and analyzed about Druski, I will say the following: Yes, he is funny—was funny—when he is at his highest peak. His awareness of the contemporary society and the way he depicts its main features, as well as the given aspects of life, prove he masters the art of comedy.
Can he be consider as the greatest comedian of this generation? No. His comic moves are somewhat ordinary and there are times when it appears as though he is flogging a dead horse.
So the next time Druski graces your timeline, you should chuckle if it is something comedic. Roll your eyes if it’s not. But on the other hand, you see a person who shifted the paradigm – even if the paradigm still has months to come up with the perfect moniker.
What do you think? Is Druski deserving of his fame or just another overhyped internet personality? Drop your thoughts in the comments below, and let’s get this debate started.
