Drake’s Beef with Kendrick Lamar: Why the Hip-Hop Community is Turning Against Him

Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar: A Brief History Of A Beef

In the world of hip-hop, beefs between artists are not uncommon. However, the recent feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has taken a particularly nasty turn, with many in the hip-hop community using this opportunity to dump on the Canadian megastar.

The animosity towards Drake has been building up over the years, with many feeling that he is finally getting his karma for past behavior. One of the key incidents that has fueled this hatred is the blackface photoshoot that Pusha T revealed during their 2018 beef. Despite Drake’s attempts to explain it away, the hip-hop community has continued to question his motives.

Furthermore, Drake’s tendency to diss prominent women in his music has not gone unnoticed. From taking shots at Megan Thee Stallion to Serena Williams’ husband, Drake has faced criticism for his disrespectful lyrics. Even musician Esperanza Spalding was not spared from his jabs in his songs.

While everyone’s reasons for hating on Drake may vary, the culmination of these incidents has led to a wave of backlash against the Toronto rapper, especially in light of his recent loss to Kendrick Lamar in their highly publicized rap beef.

As the hip-hop community continues to dissect and criticize Drake’s actions, it remains to be seen how the Canadian artist will navigate this storm of negativity and whether he can redeem himself in the eyes of his fans and peers.