Amber Rose is speaking out in defense of Drake as he faces a storm of criticism in the music world. Her recent appearance on the Pillow Talk podcast shed light on why the Toronto rapper is receiving so much hate, and it all boils down to something deeper.
This year hasn’t been easy for Drake. He’s been in the headlines for clashing with Kendrick Lamar in a heated lyrical duel. Despite his efforts, many agree that Kendrick came out on top, especially with his track “Not Like Us,” which takes direct shots at Drake, even accusing him of being a sexual predator. This track gained massive popularity, adding to Drake’s woes.
In response, Drake has taken legal action against Universal Music Group and Spotify. He accuses these companies of artificially boosting Kendrick’s track, which he believes has further damaged his reputation. However, reactions to this lawsuit are mixed. While some think Drake might shake up the music industry with this bold move, others simply see it as an act of jealousy toward Kendrick’s success.
Despite all the backlash, Amber Rose is firmly in Drake’s corner. During the podcast, she expressed her unwavering support for him, attributing some of the criticism he faces to his biracial identity. “People want to act like Drake is not the voice of our generation,” she remarked, defending his impact despite recent setbacks.
Amber argues that society tends to build celebrities up only to tear them down, and she sees this pattern as unjust. Her theory is that the hate Drake receives is partly due to prejudice against his biracial heritage. She shared her own experiences with similar biases, stating, “He’s biracial, that’s what happens. When a biracial person… Sometimes they’ll say, ‘You’re acting white,’ ‘You’re acting light-skin,’ ‘You’re not like us.'”
Amber’s perspective is unique as she relates personally to the racial challenges Drake may be encountering. Her comments bring attention to a broader issue of identity and acceptance in the entertainment industry.
In a world where fame can quickly turn to infamy, Amber Rose’s defense of Drake highlights the complexities of identity and public perception. Whether or not people agree with her theory, it’s clear that discussions around race and celebrity are more relevant than ever.
