Kendrick Lamar has once again proven that he is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry by breaking yet another record on Spotify. His Drake diss single, ‘Not Like Us’, has surpassed Drake’s ‘Girls Want Girls’ featuring Lil Baby, as the biggest single-day stream for a hip-hop song in the United States.
Kendrick Lamar’s latest feat is more than just a victory for the Compton rapper. It’s a testament to the power of hip-hop rivalries and the impact they have on pop culture. The feud between Kendrick and Drake has been one of the most talked-about rivalries in recent years, with both rappers taking shots at each other in their music.
It is also worth noting that this record-breaking feat comes amidst the anticipation for Tems’ debut album ‘Born In The World’. This shows that Kendrick Lamar’s influence is still very much prevalent in the hip-hop world, even with new artists emerging.
And while some might argue that the beef has gotten too personal and gone too far, at the same time it has generated a lot of interest and hype around their music. Kendrick’s record-breaking streams for ‘Not Like Us’ prove that fans are still invested in this feud and are willing to stream and support their favourite rapper.
But beyond the rivalry, this record-breaking feat is also a win for hip-hop as a genre. It’s a clear indication of the growing influence and dominance of hip-hop in the music industry. With hip-hop songs breaking records left and right, it’s clear that the genre is not just a passing fad but a force to be reckoned with.
