Kendrick Lamar has made history once again, as his latest album GNX becomes the longest-running No. 1 rap album ever on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart. Originally released in November, GNX has now spent an unprecedented 22 consecutive weeks at the top of the chart, surpassing the previous record of 21 weeks held by Pop…
Kendrick Lamar’s smash-hit collaboration with SZA, Luther, has crossed one billion streams on Spotify, setting a new personal record for the Compton rapper. Released in November 2024, Luther has become Lamar’s fastest song to reach the milestone, achieving it in just seven months – one month quicker than his previous record-holder Not Like Us, which…
Multiple Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar is set to headline Australia’s Spilt Milk Festival, marking a major return for the event after a one-year hiatus. The popular touring festival, known for its vibrant summer lineups, will take place across four Australian cities: Ballarat (Wadawurrung Country), Perth (Whadjuk Country), Canberra (Ngunnawal Country), and the Gold Coast (Kombumerri…
Canadian rapper Drake has filed an updated legal complaint against Universal Music Group (UMG), claiming that Kendrick Lamar’s performance at the Super Bowl and his recent Grammy wins were used to further defame and damage his public image. In a lawsuit filed this week in a federal court in New York, Drake accused UMG –…
Renowned rapper Kanye West has sparked debate in the hip-hop community by declaring that Drake is “a million times better” and more culturally significant than Kendrick Lamar. In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West acknowledged Lamar’s perceived victory over Drake in their ongoing rap feud but insisted that the Canadian superstar’s global influence far…
Will Smith has revealed that Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar played a pivotal role in shaping his long-awaited return to music, offering words of wisdom that inspired his upcoming album, Based on a True Story. During a live interview on Sway in the Morning in his hometown of Philadelphia, Smith shared that before embarking on the…
American rapper Kanye West has stirred conversation once again by admitting that he is not a fan of Kendrick Lamar’s music, despite recognizing his skills as a rapper. Taking to his X handle, West expressed his discontent with Lamar’s feature on Playboi Carti’s new album, I Am Music. He wrote, “I don’t like Kendrick Lamar’s…
Hip-hop star Kendrick Lamar has set a new Billboard record for the most simultaneous No. 1s across multiple charts in a single week, surpassing Beyoncé’s previous milestone. The rapper achieved 24 No. 1 positions, breaking the record of 23, which Beyoncé set in 2022 following the release of her critically acclaimed album, Renaissance. Lamar’s latest…
Kendrick Lamar has achieved a historic milestone on Spotify, becoming the rapper with the highest number of monthly listeners ever on the platform. Following his electrifying performance at the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday, Lamar’s monthly listeners surged to 88.8 million. His set, which featured tracks from his latest album GNX along with his…
Drake appears to have thrown subtle shade at Serena Williams following her surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show. Shortly after the performance, the Canadian rapper posted a throwback photo on his burner Instagram account, @plottttwistttttt, featuring himself alongside Williams’ longtime agent, Jill Smoller. The image, taken at Wimbledon in 2015, captured Drake…
Beyoncé finally secured her first Album of the Year Grammy on Sunday for her genre-defying Cowboy Carter, making history as the first Black woman this century to win the prestigious prize. Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar dominated the night with a clean sweep, winning five awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for…
As the 2025 Grammy Awards approach, legendary rapper Eminem is gearing up for a showdown with Kendrick Lamar in multiple categories. However, the Detroit MC has no doubts about who will dominate the night. Speaking with DJ Whoo Kid on Shade 45 during a special Christmas Eve broadcast celebrating the SiriusXM channel’s 20th anniversary, Eminem…
Renowned rapper Kendrick Lamar has been named Billboard’s “Greatest Pop Star” of 2024, marking a significant achievement in his illustrious career. Lamar’s success this year was bolstered by his chart-topping hits and a much-discussed rivalry with Canadian rapper Drake. The feud spurred a series of high-profile releases, including Lamar’s hit single Not Like Us, which…
Canadian rapper Drake has filed lawsuits against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, accusing them of manipulating streaming figures to artificially promote Kendrick Lamar’s diss track, Not Like Us. The legal action, initiated by Drake’s company Frozen Moments LLC, was submitted to the New York Supreme Court on Monday. The filing alleges that UMG and…
Drake has seemingly reignited his rivalry with Kendrick Lamar, dropping what fans perceive as a subtle warning to the Compton rapper. On Sunday, August 25, Drake posted a video clip from a burner Instagram account that has fans buzzing with anticipation of a potential showdown between the two hip-hop heavyweights. The clip features a famous…
Kendrick Lamar’s hit single “Not Like Us” has reportedly surpassed a significant streaming milestone, overtaking 2Pac’s iconic diss track “Hit ‘Em Up” by nearly six million streams. According to a post shared by Our Generation Music on August 11, the song has accumulated over 647 million streams, making it the most-streamed diss track, a record…
Kendrick Lamar’s monumental year continues as his track “Not Like Us” becomes the best-selling song in the United States for 2024. The song, widely regarded as a diss track aimed at Drake, has taken the charts by storm since its release in May. While exact sales figures remain undisclosed, Chart Data reported on August 1…
Kendrick Lamar continues to overshadow Drake on streaming platforms, emerging victorious in their recent musical feud. Lamar’s monthly Spotify listeners have surged to 74,115,665, narrowly surpassing Drake’s 74,086,033. This milestone marks the first time the Compton rapper has outpaced his Canadian counterpart on the platform. While Drake remains Spotify’s most-streamed artist with over 100 billion…
Eminem has sparked controversy with his latest album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce),” where he appears to take shots at fellow hip-hop artists Kanye West (Ye), Kendrick Lamar, and music executive Diddy. In the track “Anti-Christ,” Eminem makes a bold statement about his detractors, referencing the allegations against Diddy. “Next idiot that…
Snoop Dogg has officially anointed Kendrick Lamar as the ‘King of the West’ following Lamar’s highly acclaimed ‘Pop Out’ concert in Los Angeles. The ‘Pop Out’ event took place on Juneteenth at The Forum, featuring a star-studded lineup including Dr. Dre, ScHoolboy Q, Jay Rock, Tyler, the Creator, YG, and Roddy Ricch. In a notable…
T-Pain has responded to criticism after a video of him dancing to Kendrick Lamar’s Drake diss track, “Not Like Us,” went viral. The incident took place during a performance in Las Vegas over the weekend, where T-Pain’s dance moves to the popular song quickly became a topic of discussion among fans. Drake enthusiasts criticized T-Pain…
Snoop Dogg has voiced his support for Kendrick Lamar and Drake amid their recent feud, praising the rap titans for reviving the art of lyricism in Hip Hop. While promoting his role in The Garfield Movie during an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Snoop commended both artists for their contributions to the genre through their high-profile…
Kendrick Lamar has once again outperformed Drake, as his track “Not Like Us” sets a new record on Spotify. On Saturday (May 25), it was announced that Kendrick’s diss track directed at Drake surpassed Drake’s “God’s Plan” as the fastest rap song to reach 200 million streams on the platform, achieving this milestone in just…
Kendrick Lamar is reportedly on the verge of acquiring a $40 million mansion in Los Angeles, marking a significant move for the acclaimed rapper and his family to the upscale neighbourhood of Brentwood. This news was confirmed by The Wall Street Journal on Friday (May 17). The property is being sold by a trust associated…
In a surprising turn of events, Drake seems to have conceded defeat in his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar, signalling a possible end to one of hip-hop’s most talked-about rivalries. On Saturday (May 11), Drake took to his Instagram Stories to share an illustration depicting a Japanese samurai confronting a formidable cavalry, reminiscent of the…
The fallout from Drake’s recent rap feud with Kendrick Lamar seems to be extending beyond the realm of music, as evidenced by lacklustre sales of his latest Nike shoe release. Drake, a megastar in both the music industry and the world of endorsements, has faced considerable backlash following his highly publicized exchange with Lamar. With…
Following a playful tweet directed at Kendrick Lamar over the weekend, emerging artist 4Batz is setting the record straight regarding his relationship with Drake, denying any underlying issues between them. In the now-deleted social media post, 4Batz humorously requested a brief hiatus for his debut mixtape “U Made Me A St4r,” as he jokingly accused…
As Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s ongoing feud intensifies, Kendrick’s fiancée, Whitney Alford, finds herself unexpectedly dragged into the fray over accusations of light skin “hypocrisy.” The controversy erupted after Kendrick referenced Drake’s mixed-race background in his diss track “Euphoria,” sparking allegations of inconsistency given Alford’s own light-skinned complexion. Alford, who is Kendrick’s high school sweetheart…
Kendrick Lamar continues to escalate his rivalry with Drake, dropping a second diss track aimed squarely at his fierce competitor. Just days after unleashing the explosive “Euphoria,” the Compton rapper took to his Instagram page on Friday (May 3) to share another fiery track titled “6:16 in LA” – a clever reference to Drake’s timestamp…
In the midst of ongoing rap discussions, Lupe Fiasco has ignited controversy by declaring Drake as a superior rapper to Kendrick Lamar. During an episode of X Spaces with Aye Verb on Monday (April 15), the Chicago rapper made the bold assertion, citing his appreciation for Drake’s response track “Push Ups (Drop & Give Me…
Kendrick Lamar’s highly anticipated musical collaboration with pgLang partner Dave Free and “South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone is set to hit theatres next summer. According to Variety’s report on Thursday (April 11), the live-action comedy film, distributed by Paramount Pictures, is slated for release on July 4, 2025. While details about Lamar’s…
Rapper Kanye West has entered the fray surrounding the ongoing debate over the best rapper, asserting his supremacy over his colleagues Kendrick Lamar and Drake. The discussion escalated when Kendrick Lamar reportedly took shots at fellow hip-hop artists Drake and J.Cole in the song “Like That,” suggesting his superiority in the rap game. Several rappers,…
Renowned rapper Kendrick Lamar has collaborated with luxury fashion house Chanel to unveil a new song featured in a captivating short film. On Saturday (January 20), Chanel released a mini-movie starring actress Margaret Qualley, accompanied by the soundtrack crafted by the Compton native. The short film aims to build anticipation for an upcoming visual package…
In a recent appearance on Amazon’s +44 podcast, renowned rapper Busta Rhymes opened up about his admiration for fellow artists, delving into a battle between Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole. When asked to share his Top 5 MCs, Busta found himself in a dilemma over Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole. He expressed his struggle, saying,…
Grammy-winning artist Kendrick Lamar has expanded his real estate portfolio with the recent purchase of a lavish penthouse in Brooklyn, demonstrating his bi-coastal residential presence. As reported by The New York Times on Friday (December 1), the Compton-native rapper has acquired a residence in a 106-unit condominium situated near Brooklyn Heights’ waterfront. The 36-year-old artist,…
Kendrick Lamar recently opened up about his admiration for 50 Cent in a candid interview with Nigerian singer Tems for Interview Magazine, shedding light on a valuable perspective-changing moment. Reflecting on the early stages of his career, Kendrick shared that he diligently studied the music and interviews of 50 Cent, the G-Unit icon. He highlighted…
Star athletes weren’t the only ones going crazy for LeBron James after becoming the NBA’s all-time scoring leader … so were A-list celebrities like Drake, Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar, and one of his biggest fans, Rihanna! In fact, Ri-Ri, Drake, and Kendrick’s toast to King James was shared in a video montage after he passed…
