Akademiks Hints at Drake Potentially Sneak Dissing Kendrick in Upcoming Release
The ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar is set to dominate the hip-hop landscape in 2024.
With both artists having exchanged pointed diss tracks, the rivalry has captivated fans and critics alike. Despite a quieter period from Drake, recent comments from DJ Akademiks suggest that the conflict is far from over.
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DJ Akademiks, a prominent figure in the hip-hop community known for his close ties with the OVO camp, has hinted that Drake may have more to say about Kendrick Lamar on his upcoming projects.
Akademiks, whose insider knowledge often proves accurate, hinted during a recent livestream that Drake’s next moves could include subtle jabs at his rival.
Akademiks expressed enthusiasm about the potential for new diss tracks, describing the situation as “sneak dissing time.”
He noted, “It’s really never over.” This statement underscores the ongoing nature of the feud, suggesting that even though both artists have previously swapped barbs, the rivalry remains very much alive.
Akademiks Claims Drake Has a Kendrick Lamar Sneak Diss Ready to Drop:
Akademiks on Drake potentially sneak dissing Kendrick in whatever he has coming next 👀
— WhatsOnRap (@WhatsOnRap__) July 19, 2024
“I can’t wait to tell yall — the first sneak diss Drake got that’s dissing Kendrick, how he positions it… that’s gon’ be interesting”
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The excitement from Akademiks was palpable as he teased that Drake’s forthcoming material might include more covert shots at Kendrick Lamar. “I can’t wait to hear the first sneak diss,” he said.
However, Akademiks stopped short of revealing specifics, indicating that he had inside information about Drake’s plans but chose to keep it under wraps for now.
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Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s battle has been a significant storyline in hip-hop, with Lamar’s track “Not Like Us” recently climbing back to the top of the Billboard charts.
This track, which was a direct response to Drake’s previous diss, has maintained Lamar’s strong position in the ongoing feud.
Additionally, Ab-Soul, a former label mate of Lamar, added fuel to the fire by tweeting about the possibility of Drake re-engaging in the battle.
As 2024 progresses, the anticipation surrounding this high-profile clash continues to build.
Fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see how Drake will respond to Lamar’s latest moves and whether Akademiks' predictions will come to fruition.
The Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud remains one of the most compelling narratives in modern hip-hop, and it seems that the best is yet to come.