In a surprising turn of events, Canadian rapper Drake has chosen to discontinue his legal battle against Universal Music and Spotify regarding Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us."
Drake Drops Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s Controversial Track
Drake Drops Lawsuit Over Kendrick Lamar’s Controversial Track
Drake withdraws legal action against Universal Music and Spotify amid ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Drake’s initial legal action, filed last November, accused the music companies of manipulating streaming numbers using bots and other questionable practices to promote Lamar's provocative song, which alleges inappropriate behavior on Drake's part. "Not Like Us" was viewed as a significant escalation in the long-standing feud between the two artists, with Lamar's lyrics insinuating that Drake has a predilection for younger individuals.
Drake claimed in court documents that the sudden surge in popularity for "Not Like Us" was orchestrated through unfair promotional activities, but as of this past Tuesday, Drake's attorneys voluntarily withdrew their pre-action petition, signifying an end to this particular case. Following a meeting with representatives from Spotify and Universal, both companies expressed no objections to the withdrawal.
Drake's legal maneuvering had initially aimed to collect internal data from Spotify and Universal that could bolster his claims, yet the music giants refuted the accusations, asserting their marketing practices are ethical and based on genuine fan interest.
Meanwhile, a separate lawsuit against Universal and iHeartRadio remains active in Texas, hinting that Drake has not completely closed the door on legal avenues concerning the ongoing conflict. Industry analysts speculate that Drake’s legal proceedings may have unintentionally amplified the attention surrounding Lamar’s track, thus potentially increasing its streaming numbers post-controversy.
The narrative between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, which has simmered since the early 2010s, continues to captivate fans as both artists navigate the pitfalls of rivalry in the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry.
Drake claimed in court documents that the sudden surge in popularity for "Not Like Us" was orchestrated through unfair promotional activities, but as of this past Tuesday, Drake's attorneys voluntarily withdrew their pre-action petition, signifying an end to this particular case. Following a meeting with representatives from Spotify and Universal, both companies expressed no objections to the withdrawal.
Drake's legal maneuvering had initially aimed to collect internal data from Spotify and Universal that could bolster his claims, yet the music giants refuted the accusations, asserting their marketing practices are ethical and based on genuine fan interest.
Meanwhile, a separate lawsuit against Universal and iHeartRadio remains active in Texas, hinting that Drake has not completely closed the door on legal avenues concerning the ongoing conflict. Industry analysts speculate that Drake’s legal proceedings may have unintentionally amplified the attention surrounding Lamar’s track, thus potentially increasing its streaming numbers post-controversy.
The narrative between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, which has simmered since the early 2010s, continues to captivate fans as both artists navigate the pitfalls of rivalry in the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry.
