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Earlier this year, the rap world found itself electrified as one of the biggest showdowns of the generation erupted. It all began with J. Cole casually mentioning the “Big Three” in one of his verses, but what seemed like a throwaway line quickly snowballed into an intense feud between two titans—Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Now, a new chapter has emerged, with The Weeknd seemingly added to Drake's ever-growing list of rivals, all thanks to a live session on Kick with the well-known streamer xQc. Let's break down everything that went down.
Drake Takes a Shot at Kendrick Lamar on xQc’s Stream!
Drake made an unexpected appearance on xQc's popular stream, and he certainly wasn’t shy about stirring the pot. During their hangout session, where they were seen relaxing and taking shots, Drake dropped some cryptic yet pointed comments, seemingly taking aim at Kendrick Lamar. He made sure to keep things mysterious but tantalizing enough to stoke the fire of the ongoing industry beefs, and he also teased some upcoming projects and tours. In his words:
"I’m Drake, this is xQc, real streaming legend. Me, I do music, in case you don’t know. I’m here, as you can see, fully intact. Mind, body, and soul. In case you’re wondering, right? You need facts to take me out. Fairy tales won’t do it."
Although his comment could have been aimed at just about anything, given it was one of his first significant public appearances since the infamous feud started, fans wasted no time speculating that it was yet another indirect jab at Kendrick. xQc chose not to push Drake to elaborate on the remark, but that didn't stop the rapper from reiterating his bold stance later in the stream. He confidently added:
"Nothing makes me uncomfortable, I’ve worked too hard to be uncomfortable. Nothing phases me, like I said, it takes only facts to fold me, fairytales don’t work."
The year 2024 has been an eventful one for Drake, with the rapper embroiled in a series of rivalries involving Rick Ross, Future, The Weeknd, and Kendrick Lamar. Following the release of his own version of “The Heart Pt. 6” as a parting shot at Kendrick, Drake shifted gears and began to focus on fresh music releases through his exclusive 100 GB website. Although he hinted at a possible rematch with Lamar, no official response has surfaced yet, leaving fans waiting on edge for what might come next.
Drake’s Enemies List Keeps Growing!
The situation became even more awkward during the stream when a track by The Weeknd started playing. Drake wasted no time making his feelings known by saying, "Switch this… We don’t listen to that." This comment instantly turned into a highlight of the stream, given the well-documented tension between the two Toronto-born stars. It left no doubt that there are still unresolved issues between them, and the bad blood runs deep.
But Drake wasn't done there. As if taking a swipe at Kendrick and The Weeknd wasn't enough, he also decided to throw some shade at Steve Lacy, calling him a “fragile opp,” a phrase that effectively added yet another name to his growing list of adversaries within the industry. It was clear that Drake was on a roll, and he wasn't in the mood to hold back.
In the midst of all this drama, Drake also dropped some exciting news for his fans. He revealed that his ‘Anita Max Wynn’ tour will be heading to Australia for the first time in eight years. The show is set to take place on Sunday, February 9th, which also happens to be Super Bowl Sunday—the same day Kendrick Lamar is scheduled to perform at the halftime show. This coincidence certainly adds an extra layer of drama to the already heated rivalry between the two, as fans speculate whether Drake is attempting to overshadow Kendrick's big moment.
The ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has fans and the industry at large on high alert. This rivalry, which started with a seemingly innocent mention of the “Big Three,” has escalated beyond anyone's expectations. And now, with The Weeknd and Steve Lacy also seemingly dragged into the mix, the situation has become even more complicated.
With all the back-and-forth shade, surprise announcements, and veiled threats, it feels like this drama isn’t going away any time soon. It has all the elements of an unforgettable chapter in modern rap history—two giants of the genre battling it out, with other major players caught in the crossfire. For Drake, his message was clear: he's still standing strong, and nothing but hard facts can take him down.
Meanwhile, fans are left speculating about what might come next. Will Kendrick respond with a track of his own? Will The Weeknd break his silence on Drake’s latest diss? Only time will tell, but one thing's for certain—this isn’t the end of the story.
