Since Drake and Kendrick Lamar first collaborated, things have been quite different. Fans just wanted this lyrical match between the two biggest rappers. Initially, everything seemed fine as they collaborated on each other’s projects during the early stages of their careers.
Boom! What started as a friendly fire became a volcanic eruption. The cause of this eruption was mainly because of Lamar’s mind-blowing feature on Future and Metro Boomin’s “We Don’t Trust You” album on March 22. Let’s get into the full gist!
What Really Happened Between Drake and Kendrick Lamar?
As a Lamar fan, you’d know that your fave didn’t mince words, hurling daggers at Drake and Cole, saying, “Yeah, get up with me, f–k sneak dissing/’First Person Shooter.’ I hope they came with three switches,” before spewing more venom towards the duo.
“Think I won’t drop the location? I still got PTSD/ Motherf–k the Big Three, n—a, it’s just big me.” At that time, Drake had not thought of the best response yet. However, he came for Lamar during his Sunrise, Fla., concert on March 24.
He said, “A lot of people ask me how I’m feeling. I’m a let you know I’m feeling. Listen, the same way I’m feeling is the same way I want you to walk out this building tonight.”
ALSO READ: Drake and Nicki Minaj Reunite on Stage After Drake Claps Back at Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria” Jab
Drake continued, noting that he’s got his head up high, his back straight, and his toes down in Florida and anywhere else he goes. He concluded, saying that he knows that no matter what, nobody can come at him and get away with it.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s Friendship
In November 2011, Drake went from being a polarized rookie to a blown superstar, trumping expectations with his debut outing. Although he heaved incredible chart stats following his Thank Me Later campaign, many questioned his ability to level up his game.
“Take Care” was the resounding answer to his critics, as he pivoted back to his famous “So Far Gone” roots and brought several big guests on the ride. One of these big-name guests was Kendrick Lamar.
Lamar was inarguably the next West Coast savior to steer the ship, and Drake took advantage of his momentum by allowing him to shine on his “Buried Alive Interlude.”
ALSO READ: J. Cole Makes Triumphant Return to the Stage Following Apology to Kendrick Lamar
Lamar’s ego was on ten, detonated by the co-sign of Drizzy, rapping: “So blame it on Mr. OVOXO/ The reason why I’m breathin’ all the vanity I know.”
More Details About Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s Friendship
In addition to being on Drake’s project, Drake brought Lamar alongside A$AP Rocky as the opening act for his Club Paradise Tour. Drake later rapped about his decision to fight for Rocky and Lamar as his openers on 2016’s “4 PM in Calabasas,” recalling, “When they told me to take an R&B ni–a on the road/ And I told ’em no and drew for Kendrick and Rocky.”
Following Drake’s Club Paradise Tour, Rocky rounded up some of his rap comrades from Drake’s trek, including the 6 God, K. Dot, and 2 Chainz for “F–kin’ Problems.” Following that firestarter, Lamar and Drake teamed up again.
However, this time, it was on Lamar’s debut album. But who knew that would be their final collaboration? After Lamar solidified himself as a household name courtesy of his major label debut “Good Kid, m.A.A.d City,” his swagger and confidence went on a ten.
Do we say pride made him sack Drake and his peers on Big Sean’s “Control?”
Drake’s Response to Lamar’s Diss
Drake responded to Lamar’s diss while gracing the cover of Billboard that same month. According to what he told the publication, Lamar’s diss was like an ambitious thought to him. He further said that he knows for a fact that Lamar is not anywhere close to him and can never murder him on any platform.
So, I guess when that day eventually presents itself, Drake will revisit the topic.
You Might Also Like:
Jay Ellis and Nina Senicar Welcome Second Child Together
Biden’s Potential Replacement Says “It Wouldn’t Hurt” for the President to Take a Cognitive Test
Kate Beckinsale Shares Reasons Behind Her Hospitalization
