Funkmaster Flex Backs Drake's Claims in Kendrick Lamar Feud and UMG Legal Fight
Drake is receiving support from Funkmaster Flex amid his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar and legal battle with Universal Music Group. The conflict intensified after Lamar released his surprise album GNX, which directly references Drake and Lil Wayne.
The situation has multiple layers:
- The Kendrick Lamar Beef:
- Lamar dropped GNX, directly targeting Drake and others
- Lil Wayne promised to "destroy if disturbed" after being mentioned
- The feud extends to potential issues with The Weeknd
- The Legal Battle:
- Drake is suing Universal Music Group, Spotify, and iHeartRadio
- Claims involve alleged artificial inflation of Lamar's "Not Like Us" performance
- Lawsuit includes defamation and streaming fraud allegations
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Funkmaster Flex's Support:
- Endorsed Drake's payola allegations on X (formerly Twitter)
- Revealed alleged radio play costs:
- Pop stations: $350,000 per song
- Urban radio: $250,000
- Local DJs: $3,000-$5,000
- Plans to discuss the matter further during his broadcast
Future Developments:
- Legal proceedings expected to continue throughout 2024
- Lamar's February Super Bowl halftime show may escalate tensions
- Additional controversy surrounds Lil Wayne's alleged Super Bowl performance snub
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The situation continues to evolve, with implications for both the music industry and streaming platforms. The combination of personal beef and legal challenges makes this one of the most significant conflicts in recent hip-hop history.
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