Kendrick Lamar continues to make waves in the music industry, as evidenced by his recent Pop Out: Ken & Friends concert and the release of his official video for “Not Like Us.” The video has already garnered an impressive 35.6 million views on YouTube since dropping on July 4th.
Even DJ Akademiks, one of Drake’s staunchest supporters, seems to be acknowledging the shifting tides. During a livestream, the media personality admitted that he believes Drake’s prime may be behind him. He remarked that the “Drake stimulus package” seems to be lacking, pointing out that even Drake’s feature on Camila Cabello’s track failed to make a significant impact.
It’s clear that Kendrick Lamar’s influence in the industry is continuing to grow, while Drake’s star may be on the decline. Only time will tell how these developments will shape the future of hip hop.