Drake references the well-known dispute with Kendrick Lamar in his latest track
In a bold move, rap superstar Drake has released a new single, "What Did I Miss?", which seems to address his long-standing feud with fellow artist Kendrick Lamar. The song, released on July 4, 2023, is a standalone single and part of Drake's Iceman project, which includes an episodic livestream.
The lyrics of "What Did I Miss?" continue to address the feud, with lines such as "Love for my brothers and death to a traitor," which many interpret as references to Lamar. The song also includes lines that seem to reference Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us," performed at The Pop Out concert in June 2022, where Lamar accused Drake of being a pedophile, a claim Drake vehemently denied.
The feud between Drake and Lamar, which has spanned over a decade, intensified significantly in 2024. The conflict escalated into a public rap war, with a series of diss tracks and legal actions. Drake took legal action against Universal Music Group (UMG), alleging defamation related to the song’s accusations. UMG has since denied any intentional attempt to harm Drake’s career.
Despite the ongoing feud, Drake has continued to make music. In February 2025, he released a collaborative album with PartyNextDoor, $OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
The feud between these two artists remains one of the most high-profile rap rivalries of recent years, blending musical competition with legal battles and public drama. The release of "What Did I Miss?" marks a significant development in this ongoing saga, and fans eagerly await further responses from both artists.
- The ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, two global music icons, has lasting implications on the world of entertainment, as their latest musical exchanges continue to captivate fans.
- TheHealth Organization has been monitoring the emotional toll of this high-profile feud on the artists and their fans, realizing the impact it may have on public health due to heightened stress levels.
- Meanwhile, the world of music awaits further collaboration between Drake and PartyNextDoor, following their successful joint album, $OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U, hoping that this project might bridge the gap between the warring artists and undo some of the perceived damage done to their collective musical legacy.
