Rapper Shad delves into the Drake and Kendrick beef, discussing diss tracks, industry dynamics, and the role of rap beefs in hip hop culture. The podcast also explores Toronto slang, accent mockery, and the historical rap feud between Jay-Z and Nas, drawing parallels with the current feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
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Rap beefs in hip hop culture serve as a creative outlet for artists and engage fans democratically.
Personal boundaries are tested in rap battles like Kendrick Lamar questioning Drake's identity and fatherhood.
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The Drake-Kendrick Feud and Origins
Kendrick Lamar and Drake's beef began when Kendrick claimed the top spot in hip-hop by declaring 'It's just big me.' This ignited heated exchanges between the two rap giants. Drake retaliated with not one but two diss tracks, sparking involvement from other rappers like ASAP Rocky and Rick Ross. The feud escalated, drawing parallels to hip-hop's historic rivalries.
Kendrick's Personal Jabs and Drake's Response
Kendrick Lamar's track 'Euphoria' took personal shots at Drake, questioning his identity and fatherhood. He also mocked Toronto slang and the city's authenticity in hip-hop. Drake responded with tongue-in-cheek Instagram posts and removed controversial tracks featuring AI versions of Tupac and Snoop Dogg following a cease and desist. The personal nature of this feud raised questions about crossing boundaries in rap battles.
Reflection on Involvement in Hip-Hop Beef Culture
Rap beefs are not just about lyrical sparring but also define hip-hop culture, pushing artists creatively and engaging fans. The democratic nature of battles relies on public opinion to determine winners. However, there is a cautionary element highlighting the potential dark side of beefs, evident in tragic outcomes like Tupac and Biggie's deaths. The evolution of beefs, from physical to social media exchanges, underscores the complex dynamics within hip-hop rivalry.
A long-simmering feud between Toronto's Drake and Compton's Kendrick Lamar has finally erupted into open lyrical warfare. The bars being traded on diss tracks like "Push Ups" and "Euphoria" bring to mind some of the most iconic rap beefs in history — and it's far from the first time the 6 God has found himself in the crosshairs.
Shadrach Kabango — you may know him as the rapper Shad — weighs in on the feud, and the role of big-name beefs in hip hop culture.
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