Inside the Epic Drake vs. Kendrick Rap Feud

The Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud has become one of the biggest beefs in hip hop history. Let’s see how this epic clash unfolded:

2011-2013: Building a Friendship

Drake and Kendrick Lamar kick-started their musical camaraderie with Drake’s “Take Care” album in 2011, featuring Kendrick. Their collaboration extended to joint tours and appearances on hit tracks like ASAP Rocky’s “Fuckin’ Problems” in 2012. However, the vibe shifted in 2013 when Kendrick’s verse on Big Sean’s “Control” took shots at Drake and other rappers, sparking a competitive edge. Despite Kendrick’s ambitious words, Drake initially brushed off the beef, downplaying Kendrick’s intentions.

2023: The Big Three Proposal

Fast forward to 2023, J. Cole stirred the pot by proposing himself, Drake, and Kendrick as the “Big Three” of modern hip hop. Kendrick, however, wasn’t having it. In his verse on “Like That”, he rejected the notion, igniting the flames of the feud. Cole jumped in with his response track “7 Minute Drill”, only to retract it later.

April 2024: Shots Fired

April 2024 saw the beef escalate to a new level. Drake fired back with “Push Ups” and “Taylor Made Freestyle”, taking jabs at Kendrick’s stature and accusing him of strategic alliances. Kendrick countered with “Euphoria” and “6:16 in LA”, hitting Drake with personal blows about parenting and plastic surgery.

May 3, 2024: The Feud Intensifies

Drake raised the stakes with “Family Matters”, alleging domestic abuse and questioning Kendrick’s fatherhood. Kendrick swiftly retaliated with “Meet the Grahams”, alleging Drake’s involvement in dark activities and challenging his integrity.

May 4-5, 2024: Point and Counterpoint

Kendrick’s “Not Like Us” accused Drake of serious offenses like pedophilia, while Drake’s response, “The Heart Part 6”, denied the allegations and questioned Kendrick’s sources. The feud reached a fever pitch, with both artists gearing up for more verbal sparring.