Kanye West has once again ignited controversy, this time targeting Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s chart-topping single “Luther,” which recently dethroned Drake’s “NOKIA” on U.S. Spotify charts.
In a series of impassioned social media posts, West suggested that supernatural forces are conspiring against Drake, stating, “They really coming for Drizzy huh.”
He further claimed, “I heard the devil asks God for permission before teaching sinners they lesson,” implying that malevolent forces have been unleashed upon Drake.
West didn’t stop there. He took direct shots at Kendrick Lamar and Tyler, The Creator, labeling them as “the two most overrated so-called artists” and asserting that Lamar “cannot rap.”
Despite these harsh criticisms, West briefly shifted his tone to praise Top Dawg Entertainment CEO Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith, acknowledging his positive energy.
However, he couldn’t resist adding, “Kendrick could have sent that Donda verse in though when I needed him,” referencing a missed collaboration opportunity.
In a discussion about lyrical prowess, West weighed in on a debate initiated by “Drink Champs,” which asked who the best rapper is bar for bar.
When a user listed Eminem alongside Kendrick and J. Cole, West responded emphatically, “J. COLE AND KENDRICK CAN’T TOUCH THE WHITE BOY,” placing Eminem above both in lyrical skill.
The backdrop to West’s comments is the ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
Their rivalry, which began with Lamar’s verse on Big Sean’s “Control” in 2013, has escalated over the years. In 2024, the tension peaked with a series of diss tracks, including Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” which accused Drake of inappropriate relationships.
The song’s success, bolstered by a Super Bowl performance and multiple Grammy wins, led Drake to file a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group, alleging that the label prioritized profit over his safety.
Amidst this turmoil, Kendrick Lamar and SZA have launched their “Grand National Tour,” featuring performances of their collaborative hits, including “Luther.” The tour’s success and the continued acclaim for “Not Like Us” have further solidified Lamar’s position in the industry.
