Rumors about a potential romance between Rihanna and Drake have been spreading for a while, and a source recently told People the two have been secretly dating for months. Despite the gossip, Rihanna had told Ellen DeGeneres that she’s single earlier this year.
Understandably so, Rihanna and Drake “have been keeping it a secret because this time around, they want to do it right and keep their relationship private,” says the source of the recent reports.
Speculation fueled during a performance on Wednesday night in Los Angeles during her Anti-World Tour thanks to their chemistry. Rihanna’s tour also featured Travis Scott, Big Sean, and the Weekend, while she and Drake performed their hit song, Work. The single quickly went multi-platinum in 2016, three times over.
Some speculate either there was excellent acting involved on stage or the two had a real romantic and sexual energy. The presumed couple went to The Nice Guy after the show, a bar and lounge in West Hollywood known for the celebrities it draws. An onlooker said they danced together all night and were very affectionate to each other.
Earlier this month, Drake told Apple Music’s OVO Sound Radio, “We’re not just forcing the story. We have genuine energy between us,” during the interview with Zane Lowe. “We do great music together . . . I think [our chemistry is] what makes the records better.”
Could this be the next Branjolina, Bennifer or power couple like Beyonce and Jay Z? As nothing has yet been confirmed, only time will tell where the two performers stand.