Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar Reignites Feud with Vicious Diss Track “Not Like Us”
The war of words between Kendrick Lamar and Drake shows no signs of slowing down. Just a day after unleashing the brutal diss track “Meet the Grahams,” Lamar returns with another ferocious assault titled “Not Like Us.” This marks Lamar’s fourth diss track aimed at Drake in less than a week, solidifying his intention to completely dismantle his rival.
The impetus for “Not Like Us” seems to be Drake’s controversial use of AI vocals from West Coast legends Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg on his song “Taylor Made Freestyle.” This move backfired spectacularly, resulting in a cease-and-desist order from Tupac’s estate, forcing Drake to remove the song from streaming platforms. Kendrick Lamar wastes no time capitalizing on this misstep, taking it upon himself to avenge the disrespectful appropriation of West Coast icons.
Musically, “Not Like Us” is a stark departure from the seriousness of Lamar’s previous attacks. The track boasts a bouncy,hyphy-inspired beat produced by Mustard, reminiscent of the Bay Area’s legendary E-40. Lamar utilizes this playful soundscape to deliver his venomous lyrics with zany vocal inflections and lightning-fast flows, showcasing his lyrical dexterity.
However, the playful beat doesn’t mask the viciousness of Kendrick Lamar’s words. He doubles down on his previous accusations against Drake, this time taking aim at Drake’s entire team, labeling them all “certified pedophiles” in a blatant reference to Drake’s 2021 album title “Certified Lover Boy.” The song’s cover art is equally brutal, resembling a sex offender registry with a chilling message: Drake’s Toronto mansion, nicknamed “The Embassy,” is marked as a hub for alleged illegal activity.
“Not Like Us” doesn’t stop there. Lamar throws in personal jabs, referencing Drake’s comments about dating younger women and ruthlessly mocking some of his biggest hits like “Toosie Slide” and “God’s Plan.”
This latest salvo has thrown fuel on the fire of the already heated feud. Fans are on the edge of their seats, desperately curious about how Drake will respond. One thing’s for certain: with “Not Like Us,” Kendrick Lamar has ensured that this hip-hop battle will continue to dominate headlines for the foreseeable future.
Quotable Lyrics:
Ayy, Mustard on the beat, ho
Deebo any rap ni**a, he a free throw
Man down, call an amberlamps, tell him, “Breathe, bro”
Nail a ni**a to the cross, he walk around like Teezo
What’s up with these jabroni-a** ni**as tryna see Compton?
The industry can hate me, f**k ’em all and they mama
How many opps you really got? I mean, it’s too many options
I’m finna pass on this body, I’m John Stockton
Beat your a** and hide the Bible if God watchin’
Sometimes you gotta pop out and show ni**as
Certified boogeyman, I’m the one that up the score with ’em
Walk him down, whole time, I know he got some ho in him
Pole on him, extort sh*t, bully, Death Row on him
