The Drake and Kendrick Lamar Beef: A Timeline of Disrespect
From Collaborations to Full-Blown Feud
Kendrick Lamar and Drake, two of hip-hop’s biggest names, have been embroiled in a fiery feud for years. It wasn’t always this way, though! They even collaborated on a few tracks back in the day. But things turned sour in 2013, and it’s recently escalated to shocking new heights. Here’s a breakdown of the drama:
Early Collaborations (2011-2012):
- The rappers worked together on songs like Drake’s “Buried Alive Interlude” and Lamar’s “Poetic Justice.”
- They even joined forces on A$AP Rocky’s “(Expletive) Problems” in 2012.
Shots Fired (2013-2018):
- In 2013, Lamar took aim at several rappers, including Drake, on Big Sean’s “Control.”
- Drake responded, but tensions simmered.
- Over the next few years, the rappers focused on other feuds, like Drake’s with Meek Mill and Pusha T.
The Beef Reignites (2023-Present):
- J. Cole, perhaps unintentionally, reignited the fire in October 2023 with a song mentioning Drake and Lamar.
- Lamar dissed Drake on Future and Metro Boomin’s track “Like That” in March 2024.
- A messy back-and-forth ensued, with both rappers dropping diss tracks filled with accusations and insults.
- Drake even used AI to include verses from Tupac and Snoop Dogg in one of his tracks, causing further controversy.
It Gets Personal (May 2024):
- The feud reached a new low in May 2024, with both rappers making shocking personal attacks on each other’s families and even children.
Where Do We Go From Here?
- It’s unclear how long this feud will continue or if there will be a resolution.
- This is a developing story, so stay tuned to RealShePower for the latest updates!
Important Note: Diss tracks often contain exaggerated claims and rumors for dramatic effect. The police haven’t linked the shooting outside Drake’s mansion to the feud.
