The music industry is buzzing with the latest twist in the ongoing saga between rap giants Drake and Kendrick Lamar. With rumors swirling about a potential Super Bowl performance clash, we're diving deep into the heart of this lyrical feud. From diss tracks to social media subtleties, get ready for a rollercoaster ride through hip-hop's hottest controversy!
- The Drake v Kendrick Lamar feud carries on
- It was said Drake was stopping a certain performance
- His reps have disclaimed the rumors
The feud to start all rumors
In an explosive revelation that's sent shockwaves through the celebrity world, Drake has officially quashed rumors of attempting to block Kendrick Lamar from performing his controversial hit "Not Like Us" at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show.
Lamar was announced last month as the halftime performer for the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans. Fans immediately began speculating about whether he’ll play the song, which he dropped in May amid his explosive feud with Drake. Among other things, the lyrics accused Drake of pedophilia.
The denial comes hot on the heels of reports that the "Hotline Bling" rapper was gearing up to send a cease and desist letter to Lamar. This move would have prevented the performance of Lamar's No. 1 diss track, which has been a bone of contention between the two artists. However, insiders insist that "there was never any intention or plan to send a cease and desist to anyone."
Kendrick Lamar's selection as the halftime performer for the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans has been a talking point for fans and critics alike. The announcement sparked immediate speculation about whether Lamar would use the prestigious platform to perform "Not Like Us," a track that dropped amid his fiery feud with Drake and includes serious accusations against the latter.
Despite the controversy, Lamar's fans are buzzing with anticipation to see him take on sports' biggest stage. However, not everyone is thrilled. The decision to choose Lamar over Lil Wayne, a New Orleans native and football aficionado, has drawn backlash from various quarters.
Lil Wayne himself expressed his disappointment over the snub, revealing the deep impact it had on him. "It hurt a whole lot," Wayne confessed, sharing his emotional turmoil over the missed opportunity to shine in his city.
"That hurt. It hurt a lot. You know what I’m talking about. It hurt a whole lot," he said in an Instagram video shared on September 13.
"I blame myself for not being mentally prepared for a letdown. And for automatically mentally putting myself in that position like somebody told me that was my position. So I blame myself for that. But I thought that was nothing better than that spot and that stage and that platform in my city, so it hurt. It hurt a whole lot."
Drake, while not commenting directly on Lamar's Super Bowl gig, made his feelings known through a series of Instagram stories featuring Lil Wayne, interpreted by fans as a subtle dig at Lamar's selection.
The rap world has been abuzz with opinions on the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar beef. Figures like Cam’ron and Nicki Minaj have hinted at industry politics playing a role in the Super Bowl performance lineup, with Cam’ron suggesting, "It's gotta stop."
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As the rap feud continues to unfold, with diss tracks and social media jabs flying, the anticipation for the Super Bowl halftime show has reached fever pitch. Will Lamar take the stage with "Not Like Us"? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the rap world will be watching.
