On Point | Podcast Breaking down the beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar
May 17, 2024
Exploring the intense beef between rap giants Drake and Kendrick Lamar, from diss tracks to allegations. Delving into cultural complexities, authenticity, and impact on hip hop. Comparisons to past rap beefs like Biggie vs. Tupac. Reflecting on societal themes in rap music and the blurred lines between entertainment and real-life confrontation.
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Feud Details
- Drake and Kendrick Lamar's feud involved diss tracks with AI-generated voices and accusations of plastic surgery.
- The feud also sparked debates about blackness and allegations of domestic violence.
The Big Three
- Drake and J. Cole's song "First Person Shooter" labeled themselves and Kendrick Lamar as the "big three" of hip-hop.
- Kendrick responded negatively in "Like That," claiming he alone is at the top.
Rivalry History
- Kendrick Lamar's negative reaction to being called one of the "big three" stems from a long-standing rivalry with Drake.
- This "cold war competition" escalated into the current feud.