Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake feud: Serena Williams taking sides?

In the midst of one of hip-hop’s most intense rivalries, American tennis legend Serena Williams has made her stance clear, showing support for Kendrick Lamar in his ongoing feud with Canadian superstar Drake.

Williams, a powerhouse both on and off the court, praised Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” during a recent appearance at the Essence Fest, declaring it the “hit of the summer.”

“Oh, I love that song [‘Not Like Us’],” Williams exclaimed. “It’s the hit of the summer! Whew! When they play that jam, I’m jamming.”

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Williams’ endorsement adds another layer to the heated conflict between Lamar and Drake, a feud that has captivated fans and stirred the hip-hop community. The rivalry, which ignited when Lamar took aim at Drake and J.Cole on Future and Metro Boomin’s “Like That,” has seen both rappers exchange a series of scathing diss tracks.

Lamar’s bold claim that he, not Drake or J.Cole, is the world’s biggest rapper, was the catalyst for the feud. Drake and J.Cole fired back with their own tracks, though J.Cole eventually apologized and removed his diss. Drake, however, has remained steadfast, continuing to respond to Lamar’s provocations with sharp lyrical retorts.

The feud reached a fever pitch with Lamar’s six-minute track “Euphoria,” where he lambasts Drake’s biracial identity, questions his parenting, and labels him a “scam artist.” These incendiary accusations have kept the rivalry burning, with fans eagerly following each new development.

Williams’ public support for Lamar comes at a time when tensions are high. Recently, American rapper Rick Ross faced backlash in Toronto, Drake’s hometown, after playing “Not Like Us” during a concert. The incident underscores the deep divisions within the hip-hop community over the feud.

The relationship between Lamar and Drake wasn’t always contentious. The two collaborated early in their careers, but friendly competition eventually erupted into a full-blown war of words, sparked by Lamar’s fiery diss tracks.

As the battle rages on, Serena Williams’ endorsement of Lamar adds a celebrity twist to the saga. Her praise for “Not Like Us” highlights the cultural impact of the feud, as even icons from outside the music world weigh in.

With both Lamar and Drake refusing to back down, the hip-hop community is bracing for more lyrical fireworks. Serena Williams’ entry into the fray is sure to keep fans on edge, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this explosive rivalry.