Drake Takes Universal Music to Court Over Kendrick Lamar's Controversial Track

In an escalating conflict between Drake and Universal Music, Drake has initiated a second legal move, alleging defamation tied to Kendrick Lamar's contentious hit "Not Like Us." This latest filing follows a previous complaint where Drake accused Universal of artificially enhancing the song's presence on streaming platforms. His legal team claims that Universal not only knew of the song’s damaging lyrics but actively fanned the flames of their ongoing feud for profit.

Drake's legal team argues that "Not Like Us" falsely portrayed him as a sex offender, further asserting that the label should have intervened before its release. The pre-action petition filed in Texas aims to have Universal and iHeartRadio preserve any evidence related to their marketing strategies, which Drake suspects may have included illicit financial arrangements. Universal has dismissed these claims as unfounded, asserting their commitment to ethical practices in music promotion. As the situation unfolds, it demonstrates the complexities of artist-label relationships in the competitive world of hip-hop.

Currently, "Not Like Us" is a hit and nominee for multiple Grammy Awards, intensifying the scrutiny on both Lamar and Universal Music. Meanwhile, Drake has reacted with his own track "The Heart Part 6" addressing the accusations, which he later retracted. As this legal drama continues, it highlights the intersection of legal battles and artistic rivalry in the music industry.