In recent months, the rap world has been ablaze with drama as Drake and Kendrick Lamar have engaged in a highly publicized feud, much to the intrigue of fans. What initially began as a rivalry over a decade ago has escalated into a full-blown beef, sparking intense exchanges between the two renowned rappers.
The roots of their feud trace back to 2013 when Lamar stirred the pot with his verse on the Big Sean track “Control,” where he boldly declared his desire to outshine Drake and other prominent figures in the rap game. Despite Lamar’s initial intent to foster friendly competition, tensions between the two artists have only heightened over the years.
The feud reached new heights with Lamar’s appearance on Future and Metro Boomin’s track “Like That,” released in March 2024. In his verse, Lamar seemingly aimed a jab at Drake, challenging him to prove his prowess in the rap scene. He also dismissed the notion of a “big three” in rap, asserting his individual dominance in the industry.
Not one to back down, Drake fired back with full force, dropping diss tracks “Push Ups” and “Taylor Made Freestyle” in mid-April. In these tracks, Drake didn’t hold back, taking shots at Lamar’s shoe size, record deals, and even his collaborations with other artists. However, Drake’s attempt to use artificial intelligence impersonations of Snoop Dogg and Tupac in “Taylor Made Freestyle” faced backlash and was subsequently removed from streaming platforms.
Lamar wasted no time in retaliating, releasing his own diss track titled “Euphoria” in late April. In this scathing track, Lamar didn’t mince words, calling out Drake as a “pathetic master manipulator” and a “habitual liar.” The feud continued to escalate with Lamar’s subsequent releases, including “6:16 in LA,” “Meet the Grahams,” and “Not Like Us,” each delving deeper into the personal and professional criticisms of Drake.
In response, Drake retaliated with his own diss track titled “The Heart Part 6,” where he addressed sensitive topics such as sexual abuse allegations against Lamar and delved into Lamar’s own confessional lyrics about trauma. The back-and-forth between the two rap titans has captivated fans and observers alike, leaving many eagerly anticipating the next move in this ongoing rap saga.
