So now I need to dig into who this person really is. I’ve got to understand their background—what’s their family like? Oh, your dad left when you were five? And he never even walked you to the bus stop? I can see why that might still bother you. Your mom never remarried, so you didn’t really have a traditional family experience. No wonder you might not get the whole marriage thing. Everyone’s buzzing about Drake being taken down, but it wasn’t just buzz—it was a real shock. Remember, you and Drake used to be neighbors, but that was out of my control. I’ve heard you have certain preferences—so just step aside. You’re not relevant either. Drake, you’re on the phone with someone who’s got their own agenda.
It looks like the entire rap scene has turned against Drake, and guess who’s saying, “I told you so”? Pusha T, who’s been warning us about Drake for years. Word is that Pusha and Kanye have buried the hatchet and are back in the studio, working on new music. And apparently, they’re planning a diss track aimed at Drake. That’s just adding fuel to the fire. More rappers are jumping on the anti-Drake train, especially after Kendrick Lamar humiliated him with that “Not Like Us” video. People are laughing at Drake for even thinking he could compete with Kendrick and disrespect the West Coast. Honestly, if I were Drake, I’d stay away from the West Coast and keep a low profile for a while—the backlash is intense right now.
So what’s Pusha T saying about Drake getting taken down and being banned from the West Coast? And are Pusha and Kanye really cooking up another diss track for Drake? Let’s break it down.
I get the feeling of being a clown when I think about it. I look at that blackface photo I use and it just clicks. Since Kendrick dropped “Not Like Us,” California has been celebrating Drake’s fall with a lot of enthusiasm, and it doesn’t seem like they’re ready to stop. This track has brought together all the critics of Drake in a way that’s never been seen before in hip-hop. But it’s also created a new sense of unity on the West Coast, especially in LA, which recently took down the biggest rap star in a legendary battle. Plus, Drake’s recent comments have rubbed the West Coast the wrong way, even disrespecting icons like Tupac.
Kendrick and Drake have had a beef for over a decade, but the West Coast’s grudge against Drake is pretty fresh. Remember when Drake’s first diss track aimed at Kendrick had Pusha T taunting that he’s more loved in LA than Kendrick? Rapping, “Get more love in the city that you’re from,” you could tell it hit a nerve with Kendrick. Instead of just responding with words, Kendrick showed with his actions. His recent concert was epic, proving that the West Coast is solidly behind him. Watching that show felt like seeing a major shift in rap—it was like Kendrick was officially crowned the new king. With Dre making a dramatic appearance and that record stuck in my head, it was clear: “They’re not like us.”
From the huge turnout at Kendrick’s concert to the legendary performers who joined him, it’s obvious that Drake doesn’t get the same love in Kendrick’s city. Drake misunderstood the situation, confusing the loyalty of LA with the glamor of Hollywood. He thought his fame in certain circles meant the entire West Coast would back him, but LA and Hollywood are not the same, and that misjudgment cost him.
Van Lathan recently brought this up on his “Higher Learning” podcast with Rachel Lindsay. He pointed out that Drake seems to have mixed up some key LA neighborhoods—confusing West Hollywood with Englewood, and Delilah with Watts. He even got Poppy and Compton mixed up. Lathan noticed that the people really vibing to “Not Like Us” were from the heart of LA, not the more glamorous parts like Hollywood or Beverly Hills. He saw locals like Shamik, Big Rong, and Lil CCE getting down to it—real LA people, not the ones Drake might think represent the city.
Drake clearly underestimated Kendrick Lamar’s impact in his own hometown, which has stirred up a lot of frustration. It’s surprising that nobody on Drake’s team caught this mistake.
Things got even worse for Drake when he used AI to create a freestyle track that featured the voices of Tupac and Snoop Dogg, dissing Kendrick Lamar. This move didn’t go over well. Tupac’s estate condemned the use of his voice, calling it a disrespectful violation of Tupac’s legacy. They even threatened legal action, saying they never would have approved such a use. Tupac’s brother, Mopar, also slammed Drake, suggesting that using AI-generated voices in this way was a cowardly attempt to throw shade.
The conversation was about AI, and just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. I come from the old school—Queens, New York, where battle rap is a serious art. To me, a battle should be all about skill and flow, going head-to-head. Bringing AI into that mix just throws things off balance.
Now, let’s talk about “Not Like Us.” Kendrick really came after Drake for even thinking he could disrespect Tupac. At a pop-up show in Englewood, Kendrick called out Drake and told the crowd to stand firm against anyone mocking their legends: “So, y’all aren’t gonna let anybody disrespect the West Coast, huh? Y’all aren’t gonna let anyone imitate our legends, huh?”
Drake’s been flaunting Tupac’s ring, which he bought at auction last year for over a million dollars—way more than anyone expected. This understandably got Kendrick and the whole West Coast upset. Kendrick first mentioned the ring in his track “Euphoria,” rapping, “Somebody told me you got a ring on, God, I’m ready to double the wage. I’d rather do that than let a Canadian ninja make Pac turn in his grave.” He didn’t stop there. During his Englewood show, he changed a line from “Euphoria” to: “Give me Tupac’s ring back, and I might give you a little respect.” Kendrick even called Drake a colonizer on “Not Like Us,” suggesting that Drake is collecting hip-hop memorabilia like British colonizers collected artifacts. The West Coast is feeling victorious right now, and Drake should be careful if he plans to return. It’s worth noting, though, that before Kendrick, Pusha T also took shots at Drake, accusing him of being a culture vulture with that blackface photo in his 2018 diss track “The Story of Adidon.”
When I look at him, I think, “Seriously? You parade your dad around in those ridiculous outfits? It’s like a circus act!” That’s the vibe I get—it feels like a joke. And then I think about that blackface photo I use, and it all makes sense now. It’s like you’re just showing off your dad, not realizing how wrong it is. This was from 2008, and it’s clear you didn’t even know it was inappropriate. I don’t see any excuse for that.
Pusha T also called out Drake for staying silent on important Black issues, saying Drake only engages with Black American culture when it’s profitable. “Look, I’m Pusha T. My biggest recent accomplishment has been working with Obama on prison reform. That’s who I am—authentic and involved. But you, Drake, you stay quiet on every Black issue. You have a huge platform, yet you don’t speak up about anything. You don’t stand for anything. You used to be passionate, but where’s that now?
It’s clear you don’t even get where you stand or what’s right and wrong. That’s why you can flaunt your dad like that. You run to Memphis and Houston, claiming those are your roots, but you never really connect with them.”
Kanye West, who’s worked with Pusha for a long time, touched on this recently during the “Download” podcast. In typical Kanye fashion, he took it a step further, calling out Universal Music CEO and referring to him as Drake’s “rich baby daddy.” Kanye suggested that Drake sold out, implying that his success came at the cost of his integrity.
Why does everyone seem to dislike Drake so much? It’s weird because it’s not just him—other big names like Future, Pluto, Metro, Ross, and Kendrick get similar treatment. It feels like there’s something about Drake that people don’t want to talk about.
You’ve mentioned this idea of Drake having a “rich baby daddy” in the form of Lucian and Universal, which suggests his success might be more about connections than talent. It’s almost like his streams and chart positions are controlled by Lucian, who’s linked to big financial powers.
This situation feels like a repeat of historical injustices, like what happened with Black Wall Street and Harlem. Despite these setbacks, we often see celebrities criticized for their views or behavior, as if it’s a way to reduce their impact.
In the end, you’re seeing a pattern where influential figures are framed in a way that distracts from bigger issues. And through all of this, you’re feeling a sense of personal empowerment.
So, Pusha T and Kanye West are totally backing Kendrick Lamar’s move to push Drake out of the West Coast scene, even though neither of them are from there. They’re not just giving Kendrick props for calling out Drake—they’re reportedly back in the studio working on new tracks, and it sounds like they’re planning to dig into that “colonizer” narrative even more.
Fans are hyped about the possibility of another Pusha T and Drake showdown. Remember last time? Pusha’s diss forced Drake to admit he had a secret son. Imagine what Pusha might have up his sleeve this time! One fan said, “I’m still mad Pusha didn’t get to finish the job in 2018. He had a ton of info and was ready to go. The beef was just starting to get good.” Another added, “We need that Pusha-Kanye feature ASAP.”
What do you think about Kendrick uniting the West Coast against Drake? Do you feel like Pusha and Kanye coming for Drake again is over the top, or does Drake need to be exposed even more? Drop your thoughts below