The ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has reached new heights, with the Canadian rapper filing a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, claiming that Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” was artificially boosted using streaming bots. The legal battle comes just as Lamar performed at the Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show, a stage where Drake was notably absent, fueling speculation about their rivalry.
Drake’s Legal Action: “Not Like Us” Streams Under Scrutiny
Drake has taken legal steps against UMG and Spotify, alleging that Lamar’s chart-topping diss track “Not Like Us” received manipulated streaming numbers. According to sources close to the case, Drake’s legal team is arguing that UMG engaged in unethical streaming practices, using automated bots to inflate Lamar’s popularity.
“This isn’t about competition—this is about fairness in the industry,” a source close to Drake’s camp stated.
Lamar’s camp, however, has dismissed the claims as “baseless and desperate,” asserting that the track’s success is purely organic.
The track, which many believe takes direct shots at Drake’s career and credibility, has remained at No. 1 on global streaming charts, adding to the tensions between the two rap titans.
Super Bowl 2025: Drake Snubs Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Performance
While Kendrick Lamar was making headlines at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Drake was on the other side of the world, performing in Melbourne, Australia as part of his “Anita Max Win Tour.”
Lamar’s performance featured his viral diss track “Not Like Us”, further fueling speculation that his set was meant to take subtle jabs at Drake. Fans quickly took to social media, with some calling it “the biggest power move in hip-hop beef history.”
Drake, on the other hand, has not publicly commented on the Super Bowl performance, but many believe his absence was strategic, as his ongoing feud with Lamar continues to dominate industry headlines.
Drake’s Extravagant Spending Spree in Australia
While in Melbourne, Drake made headlines for an entirely different reason: his love for Nando’s.
- Reports confirm that Drake spent over $2,000 on a massive order of 60 chicken wraps, 20 large PERi-PERi chips, and 15 whole chickens from a local Nando’s restaurant.
- This broke the previous record held by Post Malone, who spent nearly $1,500 on a similar order in 2023.
Adding to his lavish spending, Drake continued his trend of giving away large sums of cash, reportedly gifting $45,000 to two lucky fans in the front row at his Melbourne concert.
“Y’all are making this trip legendary,” Drake told the crowd before handing out the money.
The Feud That Keeps Getting Bigger
This latest chapter in the Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud has captivated the hip-hop world. Their rivalry, which has been brewing for over a decade, has now reached a legal level, with both artists standing firm in their claims.
What’s Next?
- Drake’s legal case against UMG and Spotify is expected to unfold over the next few months.
- Kendrick Lamar’s response to the lawsuit remains to be seen, but insiders suggest he might address it in a future track or public statement.
- Drake’s tour continues across Australia and Asia, while Lamar’s Super Bowl performance solidifies his reign as one of hip-hop’s biggest stars.