The buzz surrounding Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s recent lyrics referencing Tupac has been gaining attention. In Travis Scott’s “Meltdown,” Drake confirms he bought Pac’s ring at auction for $1 million when he raps, “I pull out a million to stare at this shit.” This lyric has sparked discussion among fans and critics alike.
Kendrick Lamar has also expressed his displeasure with Drake’s lyrics about Pac, as heard in his song “Not Like Us.” Lamar raps, “You think the Bay gon’ let you disrespect Pac, n***a?” Drake faced backlash for using an AI Tupac verse in a diss track called “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which has since been deleted.
On another note, Kendrick Lamar’s all-red outfit has caught the attention of many. The outfit seems to be a nod to one of Tupac’s iconic red ensembles worn at the 1994 Source Awards. The connection between these references and the homage paid to Tupac through lyrics and fashion choices is something that has not gone unnoticed by fans of both artists.