In 2024, rap beef is as common as inflation, and one particular feud stands out – everyone versus Drake. The conflict was ignited by Future and Metro Boomin’s album “We Don’t Trust You,” with Kendrick Lamar’s verse on the track “Like That” grabbing attention. Kendrick called out Drake’s previous sneak disses and asserted himself as the top dog over Drake and J. Cole. Drake responded with his own diss track, “Push Ups,” targeting not only Kendrick but also Rick Ross, The Weeknd, and NBA player Ja Morant. The beef has escalated with diss tracks and social media trolling, with even Uma Thurman offering up her “Kill Bill” suit to add to the drama.
Drake has faced criticism from fans for his stagnant growth as an artist. Hip-hop aficionado Jacques Morel discusses one aspect of Drake’s stagnation – his misogyny – on a podcast episode of “I Know That’s Right.” Morel points out that Drake’s music has shifted from making music for women to disrespecting them, possibly due to a broken heart that he’s been fighting over ever since. Drake’s subliminal disses at Megan Thee Stallion in “Circo Loco” and her response in “Hiss” added to the criticism of his misogynistic behavior. Drake’s tendency to weaponize the women involved in his adversaries’ lives, as seen in his feud with Pusha T in 2018 and now with Kendrick Lamar, further showcases his problematic behavior towards women.
Drake’s current beefs with various artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Future, and Metro Boomin, have unclear outcomes. However, it is evident that he needs to be called out for his behavior more than he currently is. The way he targets women and uses them as tools in his feuds is unacceptable, and his disregard for their autonomy is troubling. The unpredictability of where these rap beefs will lead only adds to the tension surrounding Drake in the music industry. For more insights into pop culture, interviews, and nuanced discussions, listeners can subscribe to “I Know That’s Right” for weekly episodes that promise entertainment, information, and lively conversations.
