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Drake’s Legal Team Targets UMG CEO in Battle Over Kendrick Lamar’s Controversial Diss Track

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Los Angeles, Calif. — Lawyers representing Drake are seeking access to emails and text messages allegedly sent by Universal Music Group CEO Lucian Grainge regarding Kendrick Lamar’s controversial track “Not Like Us.” The song, released by Interscope Records, a UMG subsidiary, features lyrics that include a direct insult to the Canadian rapper, calling him a “certified pedophile.” In their lawsuit, Drake, whose full name is Aubrey Drake Graham, accuses UMG of deliberately attempting to increase the visibility of “Not Like Us,” which is seen as a provocative diss track. Alongside Interscope, Drake is also signed … Read more

Drake Seeks Justice in Court Over Kendrick Lamar’s Controversial Diss Track as Universal Music Group Pushes for Dismissal

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Toronto, Canada – In a recent legal development, Universal Music Group (UMG) has moved to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed by Canadian rapper Drake over a contentious track released by fellow artist Kendrick Lamar. The dispute centers around Lamar’s Grammy-winning song “Not Like Us,” which includes lyrics that Drake claims have tarnished his reputation and endangered his personal safety. According to court documents submitted on Monday in Manhattan federal court, UMG defends the song’s lyrics as protected free speech under the First Amendment, describing them as “rhetorical hyperbole” rather than factual statements. The label also … Read more

Drake’s Legal Battle Intensifies as Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy-Winning Track Sparks Controversy and Lawsuit

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In a dramatic twist within the music industry, Canadian rapper Aubrey Drake Graham, widely known as Drake, finds himself entangled in a high-profile legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG), the same entity that has distributed his music throughout his career. The contention arose after Kendrick Lamar’s song “Not Like Us” recently clinched five Grammy awards, despite being the focal point of Drake’s lawsuit against UMG. Drake initiated legal proceedings on Jan. 15, accusing UMG of irresponsibly publishing and promoting the controversial track by Lamar, which has escalated their longstanding rivalry. The song, part of … Read more

Kendrick Lamar Shakes Up Super Bowl LIX With Bold Drake Diss and Star-Studded Performance Featuring SZA

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In a stunning display of music and theatrical visuals, Kendrick Lamar took the stage during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in Glendale, Arizona. Announced back in September 2024, the celebrated rapper’s performance became memorable not only for its artistry but also for explicit nods to his current legal battles and collaborations. Onlookers were treated to a spectacle that humorously featured Samuel L. Jackson dressed as Uncle Sam and a powerful appearance by singer SZA. Lamar opened up the night with sharp critiques woven into his set, making a jab at fellow artist Drake’s recent … Read more