Rapper accuses label of defamation after being falsely portrayed as a pedophile in Lamar’s song “Not Like Us.”
Drake has filed a defamation lawsuit in federal court against Universal Music Group (UMG), claiming that the record label spread a false and harmful narrative about him through the release of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.” The song, which debuted on May 4, 2024, allegedly accuses Drake of being a pedophile and calls for violent retribution.
In the lawsuit, Drake asserts that UMG not only approved and published the track but also orchestrated a campaign that amplified the accusations, making them go viral. This legal action marks an intensification of the ongoing feud between the two hip-hop stars.
Drake, 38, seeks to hold UMG accountable for what he calls a malicious campaign aimed at damaging his reputation. The rapper’s legal team has emphasized the severity of these defamatory claims, which they argue have no basis in truth. As the case unfolds, it brings attention to the broader implications of public statements and the responsibility of record labels in curating the content they release.
The lawsuit highlights the growing tension between the two artists and the significant influence that their respective labels wield in the music industry. Drake’s legal move against UMG could set a precedent for how artists handle potentially damaging content in the future.
