Drake has said that because he appeared in 'Degrassi: The Next Generation' when he was younger, he is able to comprehend some of the comparisons to Will Smith.

But he did add that he couldn't believe that his fans still take him seriously after having been in the teen drama.

"I watch clips of myself on Degrassi and I'm like, I can't believe people look at this guy and hold me as one of the most respected rappers out there," drake said during an interview with Q magazine.

"But being Canadian and an actor aren't things to overcome any more - they add to my story... I definitely see the Will Smith comparisons.

"Except that my hip-hop is different from his... When the stars align, anything is possible."