

However, the song did not end up on the album but was instead officially released on Augas part of the compilation album Care Package. In a swiftly deleted Instagram post on October 12, 2015, Drake expressed his frustration at the leak of “Can I” but stated his plans to finish the song and place it on his then-forthcoming fourth studio album, Views.

Can I, baby? Can I, baby? Yeah, can I, baby? Can I, baby? Can I bring you to the six where I really stay, baby? Show you why I am the way I am Can I tell you what I think my biggest flaw is, baby? I try to be consistent, but I can't Can I have an honest moment wit' you right now, baby? Tell me who the fuck you want to be Can I get an honest answer from you right now, baby? 'Cause all we ever talk about is me Can I? Before I turn the lights out 'Fore I turn the lights out, tell me who the fuck you want to be Can I call instead of text you on the hotline? Sometimes a nigga wanna hear your voice Can I see you right now, I know the sun is up, baby? Sorry, I don't really have a choice Can I ever make you feel like I'm down for you, baby? You do so much more than that for me Can I finally take the time and open up to you, baby? 'Cause that's the side you never get to see Can I? Before I turn the lights out one more time 'Fore I turn the lights out, tell me who the fuck you want to be
