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Kendrick performs his Drake diss record 'Not Like Us' 5 times in pop-out concert

Following years of subliminals and sneak disses, Kendrick Lamar and Drake finally decided to go head to head in a rap feud that many consider the greatest in hip-hop history.
Kendrick Lamar has won 17 Grammys but lost the award for best new artist in 2014.
Kendrick Lamar has won 17 Grammys but lost the award for best new artist in 2014.

Following years of sneak disses, Kendrick Lamar and Drake finally decided to go head to head in a rap feud that many consider the greatest in hip-hop history.

After releasing several diss records, Kendrick Lamar released 'Not Like Us' as a victory lap in his feud with Drake. The hip-hop club banger instantly became a favourite among listeners while breaking multiple streaming records in the process.

On June 19, 2024, Kendrick Lamar performed the song for the first time at a packed-out pop-out concert at The Forum in Los Angeles.

Not only did Kendrick Lamar perform the diss record, he rolled it back 5 times to an excited crowd who sang along to every word.

The performance was introduced by hip-hop icon Dr Dre who joined Kendrick Lamar on stage to perform the hit diss record that tagged Drake as a poser in American hip-hop while stating that the Canadian rapper was not like them.

While 'Not Like Us' was the highlight of the pop-out concert, Kendrick also performed another Drake diss record 'Euphoria' whose lyrics he tweaked to pass a message to the 6 god.

During the performance of 'Euphoria', Lamar substituted the line "Matter of fact, I ain't even bleed him yet, can I bleed him" for "Give me Tupac’s ring back and I might give you a little respect" which is a direct message to Drake.

Kendrick Lamar's performance at The Forum marks another high point in his rap feud with Drake which continues to generate conversation on its long-term impact on their respective careers and hip hop.

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