Drake has stepped back from his legal showdown with Universal Music and Spotify, which revolved around Kendrick Lamar's controversial diss track "Not Like Us." In a filing last November, the Canadian rapper suggested that the companies manipulated streaming numbers using bots and other tactics, painting a picture of unfair competition. However, after discussions with Spotify and Universal, Drake's legal team withdrew their pre-action petition, putting the case to rest.
This legal move comes after Drake's claims that "Not Like Us" attacked his character and popularity. The song, which alleged that Drake has inappropriate tastes, soared to #1 on charts and amassed over 1 billion streams. In retaliation, Drake released "The Heart Part 6," where he denied the accusations and stated he had fed Lamar misinformation.
While Universal asserted that they follow ethical marketing practices, Spotify similarly dismissed Drake’s claims, suggesting that users stream music based on personal preference. Legal experts hint that the case might not develop further, but the media attention could inadvertently boost the song's visibility and relevance. For now, Drake’s legal battle is over, but the feud with Lamar remains a talking point in hip-hop circles.
This legal move comes after Drake's claims that "Not Like Us" attacked his character and popularity. The song, which alleged that Drake has inappropriate tastes, soared to #1 on charts and amassed over 1 billion streams. In retaliation, Drake released "The Heart Part 6," where he denied the accusations and stated he had fed Lamar misinformation.
While Universal asserted that they follow ethical marketing practices, Spotify similarly dismissed Drake’s claims, suggesting that users stream music based on personal preference. Legal experts hint that the case might not develop further, but the media attention could inadvertently boost the song's visibility and relevance. For now, Drake’s legal battle is over, but the feud with Lamar remains a talking point in hip-hop circles.
