In the ongoing rap feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, tensions reached a boiling point with Lamar’s release of a scathing new diss track titled “Not Like Us”. This latest addition to the verbal sparring match between the two artists didn’t just take aim at Drake’s recent controversies and public missteps, it struck a blow to his reputation, further fueling the beef that has captivated fans and social media.
Lamar’s track seems to directly address Drake’s decision to remove his song “Taylor Made (Freestyle)” featuring an AI-generated Tupac Shakur from streaming platforms after Shakur’s estate expressed disapproval. In “Not Like Us,” Lamar raps lines like “You think the Bay gonna let you disrespect Pac? I think that Oakland show gonna be your last stop,” suggesting that Drake’s actions regarding the song were disrespectful to the legendary rapper’s legacy.
Moreover, Lamar appears to reference allegations of grooming against Drake, with lyrics like “Say, Drake, I hear you like them young. You better not ever go to cell block one,” adding fuel to the fire of controversy surrounding Drake’s past interactions with underage individuals.
Fans on social media were not just quick, but intense in their reactions to Lamar’s diss track, with many hailing the rapper for his bold critique of Drake’s actions. However, the response from Drake and his team has been lackluster, with the Canadian rapper only addressing specific allegations, such as those regarding his daughter, while seemingly avoiding more serious accusations like pedophilia and racism. This stark contrast in fan reactions shows the impact of the feud in the rap community.
In a twist that no one saw coming, producer Metro Boomin injected a fresh dose of unpredictability into the feud by dropping a beat titled “BBL Drizzy” and launching a contest for rappers to freestyle over it. This move, viewed by many as a sly dig at Drake, further amplifies the entertainment value of the ongoing conflict, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats.
Despite Drake’s attempts to defend himself and counter Lamar’s attacks, the general consensus among observers is that his responses have been misguided, leaving lingering doubts about the validity of the allegations against him. As the fight goes on, fans are unsure which accusations are true, making the rap beef even more interesting.
