Kanye West Joins Feud, Takes Aim at Drake
In the ongoing saga involving Drake, J Cole, and Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West has thrown himself into the mix. The conflict ignited when Cole referred to them as "the big three," a title Lamar found objectionable.
Now, West, known for his rivalry with Drake, has entered the fray with a remix of Lamar, Future, and Metro Boomin's track "Like That." He expressed disdain for Drake's lyrics and criticized his record deal with Universal Music, suggesting it was unfavorable.
Premiering the remix on Justin Laboy's radio program, West's verse kicked off with a nod to Lamar's moniker, K-Dot. Though only a snippet was initially aired, a fuller version later emerged online, raising speculation about its authenticity.
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Background: A History of Tension
The tension between West and Drake traces back to a 2018 disagreement over a beat, reaching a peak with Pusha T's infamous song, produced by West, which revealed the existence of Drake's son, Adonis.
The recent feud originated from Drake and J Cole's collaboration "First Person Shooter," where the notion of the "big three" first surfaced. Initially perceived as harmless, the comment went unaddressed until Lamar's powerful verse on "Like That," disputing the existence of a "big three" and asserting his individual prominence.
Escalation and Response
Following Lamar's verse, J Cole responded with "7 Minute Drill," criticizing Lamar's latest album and suggesting he had lost his edge. Despite later issuing an apology, Drake intensified the feud with "Push Ups (Drop And Give Me 50)," disparaging Lamar's stature and implying he was a record label puppet.
Drake's provocations continued with "Taylor Made Freestyle," where he speculated on Lamar's reluctance to engage in the feud, implying Swift's influence over his actions.
The track also incorporated computer-generated vocals resembling Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg, aimed at provoking a response from Lamar.
Lamar’s Disinterest and Commercial Gains
Despite Drake's efforts to stoke the feud, Lamar appears disinterested in responding. However, the attention benefits the artists' commercial interests, with both "Like That" and "Push Ups" ranking among Spotify's Top 40 most-streamed songs.
The ongoing conflict between these prominent figures in hip-hop continues to captivate audiences and drive streaming numbers.
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