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Drake's Legal Assault on Universal and Kendrick Lamar's Disses: Escalating the Hip-Hop Feud

Drake has taken legal action against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us', escalating their ongoing rap feud into court.

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  1. Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar: A complete timeline of the rappers' beef, including every diss track

    The escalating feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has gone beyond lyrical exchanges, transforming into a legal battle, showcasing the outrageous lengths artists will pursue in hip-hop to protect their reputations and profits.

    Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar: A complete timeline of the rappers' beef, including every diss track

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Updated: Nov 26th, 2024, 10:05 PM ET

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Drake has filed multiple legal actions against Universal Music Group and Spotify, alleging that they artificially boosted the popularity of Kendrick Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us'. His petitions claim UMG engaged in inappropriate practices and defamation by allowing the track's release, which includes lyrics accusing him of being a sex offender. This situation marks a significant escalation in the ongoing feud between the two rap superstars, who have exchanged lyrical barbs over the years, with 2024 seeing an intense cycle of diss tracks and personal attacks.

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