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Drake Flaunts Billboard Awards Amidst Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole Drama

BY JO Mensah April 11, 2024 10:43 AM EDT
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Drake and Kendrick Lamar Photo source: Instagram/@champagnepapi, @kendricklamarzz

Amid the ongoing feud involving the “Big Three” of hip hop – Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole – Drake has moved to reassert his dominance in the rap game.

The tension between these three artists has been escalating recently, with Kendrick Lamar throwing lyrical jabs at both Drake and J. Cole in Future and Metro Boomin’s track Like That.

J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar in a dissing drama

J. Cole responded with his diss track, 7 Minute Drill, only to retract it later in a surprising turn of events. He publicly apologized to Kendrick Lamar on stage at the Dreamville Festival, adding another layer of complexity to the unfolding drama.

J. Cole’s decision to retract his diss song and apologize to Kendrick Lamar was met with mixed reactions from other artists in the Hip Hop community.

Drake’s flaunts Billboard plaques

While Drake has yet to directly respond to Kendrick’s disses, he has made his statement. Rather than engaging in a lyrical battle, Drake has chosen to let his achievements speak for themselves.

On Tuesday, April 9, Drake took to his Instagram Stories to showcase his two Billboard Music Awards, which he won in 2023 for Best Rap Song and Best Rap Album. He shared these accolades with 21 Savage.

Drake gifts pregnant fan $25,000

Meanwhile, Drake has continued to make headlines for his generous gestures towards fans during his ongoing ‘It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As The What?’ tour.

At the latest stop, the Canadian rapper went above and beyond for a pregnant fan, offering to give her a staggering $25,000. He also relocated her to the VIP section to ensure her safety.

The heartwarming moment unfolded when Drake noticed the fan holding a sign referencing his song Rich Baby Daddy. He quickly pointed out the lady and asked for her to be treated

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