David Bridges
Kendrick Lamar launched his much-anticipated Grand National Tour in Minnesota on Saturday, April 19, and fans quickly noticed the subtle SHADE he directed at Drake during the electrifying performance. The talented rapper from Compton set the tone for the evening by seemingly alluding to one of Drake’s previous jabs aimed at him, adding an unexpected twist to the concert atmosphere.
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Kendrick Lamar’s Playful Mockery of Drake at Tour Opening
During the first concert of his Grand National Tour at the U.S. Bank Stadium, Kendrick Lamar left concert-goers utterly SHOOK when he humorously referenced Drizzy’s “drop drop” adlib from his hit song, ‘Family Matters.’ In the viral video footage shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), Lamar appears to be seated for a mock deposition. An off-camera attorney can be heard mentioning, “Sunday, Feb. 9,” the exact date Lamar took the stage for the Super Bowl halftime show, adding a layer of context that fans appreciated.
The Compton native, with a chuckle, responded, “I don’t keep up with dates.” Following this, the attorney inquired whether that reference triggered any memories before playfully mimicking Drake’s adlib, “Drop. Drop. Drop. Drop…” As the skit progressed, the screen transitioned to black, with the iconic opening line to Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ echoing throughout the stadium, heightening the excitement among fans.
Fans React to Kendrick’s Playful Shade on Social Media
The Roomies were quick to voice their opinions on Kendrick Lamar’s cheeky jab at Drake in The Shade Room’s comment section, sparking lively discussions. Here are some of the most notable reactions from fans:
@metowi remarked, “Drake makes every rapper relevant! Argue with your mama”, emphasizing the impact Drake has on the music industry.
2kanlaaaaa.___ commented, “Don’t get angry but I think this is what’s keeping him talked about,” suggesting that the ongoing rivalry generates buzz for both artists.
Another user, @1ilkozart noted, “Whew maturing is realizing Kendrick was irrelevant asf up until the beef with his fav drake,” highlighting the competitive dynamics in the rap scene.
@ovo9ger stated, “Biggest tour of his career thanks to Drake, biggest moment of his career, thanks to Drake. You’re welcome and the owl STILL number 1,” reinforcing the idea that Drake’s influence is significant.
@gnxtour shared, “For y’all saying Kendrick doing too much just remember Drake walked out with smoke and bullet holes in his hoodie on tour,” pointing out the theatrics involved in their performances.
@__roxxanne954 expressed, “Kendrick is me 😂 once you get me started I’m not stopping TILL I’M BORED,” making light of the competitive spirit among artists.
@enchantis_thestylist wrote, “I’m kinda over tha beef at this point😒🥱,” indicating a desire for a resolution to the ongoing feud.
@scorpio.tatted shared their thoughts, adding, “The most attention he’s getting is off of Drake’s back. He needs to thank that man,” suggesting that Kendrick’s current spotlight is closely tied to Drake.
@cassiditamiko commented, “Nothing against Kendrick but it’s getting old … do something without mentioning Drake,” calling for more originality in their artistic expressions.
Drake Intensifies Legal Battle Against UMG Over Defamation Allegations
Meanwhile, Drizzy is not backing down in his ongoing legal confrontation with Universal Music Group (UMG) regarding K.Dot’s diss track ‘Not Like Us.’ The Canadian rapper has now expanded his lawsuit to include the Grammys and Super Bowl, intensifying the stakes in this legal drama. On Wednesday, April 16, he filed an amended lawsuit against UMG in New York federal court, alleging that the company inadvertently validated his claims concerning the alleged defamation present in the song.
The updated complaint, reported by CNN, indicates that Kendrick Lamar removed the “pedophile” accusation from his Super Bowl halftime show performance. Furthermore, the Grammys were compelled to redact the term as the track played in the background while Lamar accepted his award for Record Of The Year. Drake’s legal team contends that the necessity to edit out the word underscores the defamatory nature of the lyrics, adding weight to their case.
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What Do You Think Roomies?
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