The feud between these two hip-hop giants has been simmering for years, but it's recently reached a boiling point. The latest buzz is all about Kendrick Lamar's recent concert in Toronto, which is notably Drake's hometown. This event was highly anticipated, especially given the ongoing legal battle between Drake and Universal Music Group, the record label that represents both artists.
Drake is suing Universal Music Group for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us," claiming the lyrics falsely accuse him of being a pedophile, which has jeopardized his safety and damaged his reputation. Despite these serious allegations, none of them have been proven in court yet.
The concert in Toronto was a monumental occasion, with fans from all over flocking to see Kendrick Lamar perform. Some fans, like Brendan Wong who flew in from Calgary, were there to support Kendrick, while others, sporting Drake's OVO gear, were hoping for a surprise appearance by Drake that might lead to a truce. However, that didn't happen.
The speculation before the show was rampant, with internet forums and local barbershops buzzing about what Kendrick might say on stage and whether there would be any special guests. In the end, Kendrick Lamar received a 2-minute ovation after performing "Not Like Us," which only added to the drama.
This feud has been escalating over the past year, with both rappers releasing diss tracks aimed at each other. It started to heat up again in 2024 with Kendrick Lamar's lyrics in the song "Like That," where he rejected the idea of a "big three" in hip-hop, suggesting he was the top artist. This led to a series of diss tracks from both sides, including Drake's "Push Ups" and "Taylor Made Freestyle," and Kendrick's responses in "Euphoria" and "6:16 in LA."
The situation got even more personal when Drake accused Kendrick of domestic abuse and questioned the paternity of his child, only to be met with Kendrick's accusations of sexual predation and lying about his family.
So, that's where we stand now – a highly charged and very public feud that's keeping everyone on the edge of their seats. Thanks for listening to the Drake versus Lamar podcast, and don't forget to subscribe for all the latest updates and gossip
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